The High Court recently mandated that Julius Ogamba, the cabinet secretary for education, expedite the rollout of the Competency-Based Curriculum. This action is motivated by worries about the system’s effects on students and the overall cost to Kenyan families.
The CBC, which took the place of the 8-4-4 system, has drawn harsh criticism from educators and parents. Many contend that the CBC is much more costly, with parents footing the majority of the bill.
Citing dissatisfaction with the growing costs of school supplies, tests, and other responsibilities, some are advocating for a return to the more economical 8-4-4 system.
Within 14 days, the court has ordered Education CS Ogamba to set up a quality assurance commission to examine the efficacy and advancement of the CBC. The necessity of carrying out a comprehensive assessment of the CBC is highlighted by the court’s order to form a quality assurance committee. This committee is in charge of monitoring the curriculum’s application and offering a thorough assessment of its advantages and disadvantages.
The findings may influence the choice to stick with the CBC or go back to the 8-4-4 system, which many Kenyans believe was easier and more realistic for typical families to implement. The public and educational community are eagerly awaiting CS Ogamba’s response to the court’s directives as the deadline draws near. The findings of this evaluation could significantly affect Kenya’s future and provide significant obstacles to the nation’s educational path.
By Newsmedia