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- 1. Hidden/Silent Curriculum What Colleges Really Teach Beyond the Syllabus
- 2. The hidden curriculum refers to the unwritten, implicit, and often unintended lessons, values, and norms that students learn in schools, beyond the formal and explicit curriculum. It is called “Hidden” or “Silent” because it is not explicitly taught but is rather transmitted through the socialization and culture of schools. The hidden curriculum can have both positive and negative effects on student’s academic and social development.
- 3. cont….. The concept of the hidden/silent curriculum was first introduced by researcher Phillip Jackson in 1968. The hidden curriculum is what educators teach students without even realizing it, through their interactions, modelling, and school or classroom culture; it consists of unspoken values, beliefs, norms and culture..
- 4. Definition According to Raymond A. Horn, "Hidden curriculum is a broad section that includes all unfamiliar and often unintended knowledge, values and beliefs are part of the learning process in schools and classrooms.“ According to Blackwell Dictionary, "Hidden curriculum is a concept used to in scribe the often unarticulated and unlash Hedged things that students are taught in school.“ According to Demirel (2007), "The hidden curriculum is the set of assumed knowledge that is generally not directly taught then use it is considered to be Universally and understood." Margolis (2001) argues that, "Hidden curriculum the school and classroom life, is the reproduction of schooling that enables to understand schools."
- 5. Characteristics of Hidden Curriculum • In this curriculum, students are informed to the ideals, values and Perceptions in the classroom and social environment. • By this, to develop the spirit of sociality among the students so that they can become social beings. • To enable students to imbibe the qualities of humanity in themselves. • Through this curriculum, students can be made aware of the culture of the school, state and nation. • In this curriculum, education is provided keeping in mind the social environment of the students. • It is a student-centric curriculum. • In this curriculum, students gain experience through activities, planned and unplanned.
- 6. • It consists of unspoken or implicit academic social and cultural messages that are communicated to students while they are in school. • It includes behavior, attitudes and perspective that students pick up while they are at schools. • Hidden curriculum can reinforce the lessons of formal curriculum or it can even contradict the formal curriculum. • Hidden curriculum is influenced by the school culture. • Hidden curriculum conveys a great deal of knowledge to its students. For example-cultural values, cultural perspectives, cultural norms etc. • Hidden curriculum can be understood as the socialization of the school system. • It has the potential to positively impact students and even change lives.
- 7. Key Features of Hidden Curriculum • Non-academic focus on teaching values and skills apart from official curriculum; • consciously or unconsciously hidden at least for a group of students; • not written and not explicitly acknowledged; and has potential to lead to positive and negative influences on individuals.
- 8. Advantages of Hidden Curriculum i) It helps to maintain law and order. ii) Hidden curriculum prepare us far life in a society beyond school. iii) It teaches children to obey elders. iv) Students are encouraged to think about the complex layers of an issue for which only a surface knowledge may be required. v) It teach students beyond the subject content of their courses. vi) It is dynamic in nature. vii) It help to maintain overall development of the students.
- 9. Limitations of Hidden Curriculum (i) Minorities are expected to assimilate to the majority culture. (ii) Outdated social roles are reinforced. (iii) Reproduces social class inequalities. (iv) It cannot be satisfied the needs of all the learners. (v) It is time consuming.
- 11. 🌟 Top Points on The Silent/Hidden Curriculum 1. Hidden Lessons in Culture and Values Students learn institutional values like conformity vs. critical thinking, competition vs. collaboration, and respect for hierarchy—even if these aren’t explicitly taught. The way faculty and administration respond to issues (e.g., student protests, inclusivity) speaks volumes. 2. Social Norms and Behaviour College teaches unwritten rules: how to dress, how to speak, when to challenge authority, and how to network. Peer influence often shapes attitudes towards gender roles, success, failure, diversity, etc.
- 12. 3. Power Structures and Inequality Who gets to speak, lead, or get recognized often reflects social, racial, and economic dynamics—teaching students about power, privilege, and marginalization. Access to resources (internships, mentors, clubs) varies and sends subtle messages about belonging and potential. 4. Professionalism and Institutional Etiquette Through interactions with faculty, admin, and the system, students learn how to write emails, manage deadlines, handle criticism, and present themselves professionally. 5. Emotional and Social Intelligence College subtly teaches resilience, adaptability, time management, and self-advocacy —crucial for life beyond academics. Conflict resolution, teamwork, and emotional awareness are developed through group projects, campus life, etc.
- 13. 6. Ideology and Worldview Students are exposed to dominant narratives and also counter-narratives—shaping their political, ethical, and philosophical outlook. Institutions often promote liberalism, nationalism, capitalism, or other ideologies subtly through course content, guest speakers, and campus culture. 7. Identity Formation College is a site where students question, explore, and redefine their identities— influenced by peer groups, social clubs, and classroom dynamics. Teaches them what kinds of identities are celebrated, tolerated, or marginalized. 8. Silence and Complicity Sometimes, silence itself is a lesson—when institutions stay silent on key issues (like casteism, racism, sexual harassment), it teaches students what is prioritized and what is ignored.
- 14. 9. Success and Failure Students absorb definitions of success (grades, placements, achievements) and failure (mental health stigma, dropping out) not through lectures, but through institutional rewards and punishments. 10. The Role of the “Hidden Curriculum” in Reproduction of Society Colleges often unconsciously reproduce class, gender, and cultural hierarchies—preparing students to “fit in” with existing societal structures.
- 15. Examples of the hidden curriculum include: 1. Socialization: Schools not only teach academic skills but also teach social skills. For eg, such as how to interact with others, follow rules, and respect authority. These social skills are often learned through observation and imitation of teachers and peers. 2. Conformity: Schools reinforce conformity to social norms and expectations, such as following dress codes, speaking in standard English, and adhering to classroom rules. This can lead to students suppressing their individuality and creativity in order to fit in. 3. Gender roles: Schools reinforce traditional gender roles, such as boys being encouraged to participate in sports and girls being encouraged to pursue artistic or nurturing activities. This can limit students’ opportunities and perpetuate gender stereotypes.
- 16. 4. Cultural biases: Schools can transmit cultural biases, such as racism and homophobia, through the curriculum, textbooks, and classroom interactions. This can lead to discrimination and marginalization of certain groups of students. 5. Work ethic: Schools often emphasize the importance of hard work, punctuality, and discipline. While these values are important for academic success, they can also lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout in students who feel pressured to perform. 6. Informal Learning: It is an informal way of learning. It is not directly taught but is transmitted through the socialization and culture of the institution. It is learned through the observation and imitation of behaviors and actions of teachers, peers, and the environment. 7. Unconscious Learning: Students are often unaware that they are learning the hidden curriculum as it is not explicitly taught. The hidden curriculum is often implicit and unconscious, and students learn it through the socialization process of the school. 8. Impact on Student Development: The hidden curriculum can have a significant impact on the social and emotional development of students. It can shape their attitudes toward education, work, and society.