The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has praised Ghana’s new secondary school curriculum for its flexibility, allowing students to select subjects that align with their strengths and interests.
In an interview on Joy News’ AM Show on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, Kofi highlighted the significant changes from the previous system, noting that students are now permitted to choose and change their subjects freely.
He explained that first-year students undergo assessments upon entry to identify their strengths and the subjects that suit them best. “The curriculum includes a remedial component for Maths and English, where diagnostic tests will be conducted to assess students’ abilities. Based on the results, targeted interventions can be provided to those needing additional support,” Kofi stated.
He emphasized the benefits of the new curriculum, saying, “When you enter secondary school, you might not know what you want to study at university. Even I didn’t know at first. Through your academic journey, you discover your interests. This curriculum offers the flexibility to switch subjects or transition between disciplines when you make decisions about your future career.”
Kofi Asare urged parents and stakeholders to embrace the new curriculum, as it will guide learners in achieving their academic and career aspirations.
Recently, the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) and the Ghana Education Service (GES), launched the updated curriculum for Senior High Schools (SHS), Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS), and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) schools across the nation.
For the past two years, NaCCA has worked with GES to develop and implement the new curriculum, which is now in use at all second-cycle institutions.
