Programmed learning, UNESCO and the attempts to change the curriculum in the Development Spain (1962-1974)

Abstract

This paper focuses on studying the origin and evolution of the programmed learning in Spain. For this, an interpretation about the influence exerted by the international governmental organization for its implantation is emphasizes. First, the paper explains its beginnings in relation to the educational framework opened by UNESCO. The article continues with the explanation of the first criticisms that were established on this curricular policy. Finally, an attempt is made to give an explanation about its rapid decline. It concludes by indicating the importance of international and local social factors in understanding the historical construction of the curriculum in the Development Spain.

Keywords

• Enseñanza programada
• UNESCO
• Organismos Internacionales
• historia del currículum