Catholic Education Magazine July 2009

July 01, 2009

The new minister of Basic Education has already spoken about simplifying the curriculum. Meanwhile, across the oceans in England the primary curriculum is destined to be revamped. Sir Jim Rose, a former chief inspector of schools, had the task of reviewing the curriculum – the main aim was instilling “a love of learning”. For the past 20 years teachers in England had to follow an over-prescriptive curriculum which spelt out exactly what to learn when.

The new philosophy is concerned that learners enjoy their lessons. Lessons will be structured around themes as opposed to narrow disciplines. Teachers will have the opportunity to apply their professional knowledge in the classroom again.

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