Teachers In Zambia Embark On New Curriculum Implementation

The Zambian government has introduced a new education curriculum framework, marking a significant milestone in the country's education system ยน. The revised syllabus aims to deliver high-quality, inclusive education to all Zambians. Key Changes: Primary School: Now spans six years, from Grade 1 to Grade 6 Secondary School: Junior and senior secondary school have been merged into Forms 1 to 4, with Advanced Secondary level or A-levels introduced as Forms 5 and 6 -Assessments: School-Based Assessments (SBA) will be used alongside traditional exams to gauge learning outcomes Subjects: Social studies has been split into Geography, History, and Civics Education, while Science 5124 has been abolished in favor of Physics or Chemistry Competence-Based Approach: The new curriculum focuses on enhancing students' skills and preparing them for global competitiveness These changes are designed to strengthen the education system and lay the foundatio...