KEY ISSUES THE NEW EDUCATION REPORT WILL ADDRESS IN EDUCATION SECTOR IN KENYA. Get More
The new reforms in education in Kenya are meant to improve the quality and relevance of education for all learners. According to the web search results, some of the main features of the new reforms are:A competency-based curriculum (CBC) that focuses on developing skills, values, and attitudes rather than memorizing facts
1. The CBC is designed to nurture every learner’s potential and prepare them for life and work in the 21st century
2.A new structure of education that consists of 2 years of pre-primary, 6 years of primary, 3 years of junior secondary, 3 years of senior secondary, and 3 years of tertiary education
3. The new structure aims to provide more opportunities for learners to pursue their interests and talents in different pathways
3.A reform of teacher development that includes pre-service and in-service training, teacher appraisal, and career progression
4. The reform aims to enhance the professionalism and competence of teachers and ensure they are well-equipped to deliver the CBC
.A new textbook policy that ensures every learner has access to quality and standardized textbooks that are aligned with the CBC
1. The policy also promotes local publishing and reduces the cost of textbooks for parents and schools
2.A new information management system that collects and analyzes real-time data on education indicators such as attendance, enrollment, staffing, and learning outcomes
3. The system enables the government to monitor and evaluate the performance and efficiency of the education sector and make evidence-based decisions
4.These reforms are part of Kenya’s vision to provide quality education for all and achieve sustainable development.
However, the reforms also face some challenges such as inadequate funding, infrastructure, human resources, and stakeholder engagement
Therefore, the government needs to address these challenges and ensure a smooth implementation of the reforms with the support of all stakeholders.
