×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Informed Minds Prefer The Standard
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

It’s not too late for dialogue on new curriculum

Debate on the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) raises fundamental questions. First, what is the need for reforming the curriculum? Second, what is informing the shift from 8-4-4 curriculum to CBC?

The CBC is expected to seal gaps identified in the 8-4-4 system. However, it would be important to understand the original intention of the 8-4-4 system. The guiding philosophy of the 8-4-4 system was “education for self-reliance”.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week
Bold Journalism Builds Kenya. Stand With Credible Reporting
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in