A relevant curriculum system is constantly deliberate and explicit in effective implementation of differentiated assessment.

It is important to acknowledge that the existence of a curriculum is intrinsically linked to what society offers. High-quality curriculum systems are designed in accordance with the societal needs of communities. One crucial aspect of a curriculum system is its…

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The theory underpinning personalized education curriculum system (PECS).

The theoretical underpinning of the Personalized Education Curriculum System (PECS) signifies a transformative curriculum aimed at reforming the current South African CAPS-NSC curriculum. PECS amalgamates various educational philosophical foundations, incorporating core principles espoused by Dewey, a prominent figure in the…

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A poorly structured curriculum system is privy to youth unemployment.

La Cordeur’s 2023 findings present compelling statistics for the second quarter of 2023 in South Africa. According to the report, the current unemployment rate stands at 32.6%, with an extended unemployment rate, which includes individuals who have ceased job-seeking efforts,…

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South African Curriculum International recognition issues.

Curriculum international recognition entails the acknowledgment of a country’s curriculum by international educational institutions, contingent upon rigorous assessments of its relevance, pass requirements, and quality assurance. Such recognition enable learners who have completed this curriculum to pursue higher education abroad,…

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NSC Pass mark requirements amongst the lowest in the world

Several commentators have expressed concerns regarding the minimum passing grade requirements established for the National Senior Certificate (NSC) qualification in the context of broader apprehensions about the quality of the educational system, as noted by Wedekind (2013). The pass requirements…

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