Cognitive demands of subjects crucial in shaping CBC, experts

Education stakeholders follow proceedings during Kakamega County dialogue on education quality and learning outcomes on March 11, 2025 at Kakamega High School. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]

Kenya's education system has been criticised for being overly exam-focused, emphasizing grades over true understanding.

But as the country transitions from the 8-4-4 system to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), a growing debate has emerged on whether the new model adequately challenges students at different cognitive levels.