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July 11, 2026Teachers and Teaching

Experiences of curriculum integration: the challenges in practice between learner relationships, agency, and knowledge

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STSimon TaylorBWBarbara Whyte

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Overview

Qualitative study explores curriculum integration experiences in secondary schools, suggesting improved collaboration is needed.

Key Points

  • This research aims to explore how teachers interpret and implement curriculum integration (CI) and identify factors affecting its success.
  • Qualitative study design examining experiences of teachers in Aotearoa New Zealand
  • Focused on CI implementation for students aged 13-14
  • Data collected through case studies in multiple secondary schools
  • Teachers reported varied approaches to CI, including thematic contexts and student-led processes.
  • A consensus emerged on the need for balance between supporting learner relationships and fostering student agency.
  • The study highlighted examples of sustained collaboration among teachers and potential pathways for future improvement.

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Taylor et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a51e1f3c18d7f28ca501243https://doi.org/10.1080/13540602.2026.2700747
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