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Heritage-Based Curriculum under review
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The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is set to conduct the first official assessment of the Heritage-Based Curriculum at the end of February, following growing concerns from teacher unions and critics that the programme is overly politicised.
The curriculum, introduced after the controversial Continuous Assessment Learning Activities (CALA) was scrapped, is designed to produce "patriotic students" and integrate Zimbabwe's cultural heritage, traditions, and history into classroom learning.
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerayi Moyo said the evaluation will focus on the curriculum's effectiveness in helping students connect with local culture and national history.
"We want to see how well the Heritage-Based Curriculum is helping our students to connect with Zimbabwe's culture, traditions and history," Moyo said.
He added that feedback from the assessment will inform improvements to enhance teaching and learning outcomes across schools. Schools will be required to submit reports detailing challenges, successes, and best practices observed during implementation.
"By embedding local history and culture into the classroom, we are ensuring that future generations are aware of their roots and the values that define our nation," Moyo said.
The Heritage-Based Curriculum emphasises core values such as discipline, patriotism, Ubuntu, volunteerism, honesty, and pride in being Zimbabwean.
However, educators and union leaders have raised concerns about the curriculum. Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe leader Obert Masaraure warned that it risks producing "politicised robot machines" rather than equipping students with practical skills for society.
The ministry has reiterated its commitment to continuous monitoring and improvement of educational programmes, emphasising that the evaluation is intended to refine and enhance the curriculum's delivery and relevance.
The outcome of the assessment, expected by the end of February, will determine possible adjustments to the Heritage-Based Curriculum nationwide.
The curriculum, introduced after the controversial Continuous Assessment Learning Activities (CALA) was scrapped, is designed to produce "patriotic students" and integrate Zimbabwe's cultural heritage, traditions, and history into classroom learning.
Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerayi Moyo said the evaluation will focus on the curriculum's effectiveness in helping students connect with local culture and national history.
"We want to see how well the Heritage-Based Curriculum is helping our students to connect with Zimbabwe's culture, traditions and history," Moyo said.
He added that feedback from the assessment will inform improvements to enhance teaching and learning outcomes across schools. Schools will be required to submit reports detailing challenges, successes, and best practices observed during implementation.
The Heritage-Based Curriculum emphasises core values such as discipline, patriotism, Ubuntu, volunteerism, honesty, and pride in being Zimbabwean.
However, educators and union leaders have raised concerns about the curriculum. Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe leader Obert Masaraure warned that it risks producing "politicised robot machines" rather than equipping students with practical skills for society.
The ministry has reiterated its commitment to continuous monitoring and improvement of educational programmes, emphasising that the evaluation is intended to refine and enhance the curriculum's delivery and relevance.
The outcome of the assessment, expected by the end of February, will determine possible adjustments to the Heritage-Based Curriculum nationwide.
Source - newsday
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