The Ministry of Education, in collaboration with NaCCA and GES, has streamlined the Senior High School (SHS) curriculum, reducing the number of subjects from 63 to 36 for the 2024 BECE graduates. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the core and elective subjects included in the new SHS curriculum:
Core Subjects:
- English Language
- Additional Mathematics
- Mathematics
- General Science
- Social Studies
- Art & Design Foundation
- Agricultural Science
Elective Subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Computing
- Agriculture
- Physical Education & Health
- Home Economics
- History
- Economics
- Geography
- Government
- Art and Design Studio
- Performing Arts
- Applied Technology
- Business
- Religious Studies
- Literature-in-English
- ICT
- Ghanaian Languages* (based on teacher availability)
- French*
- Arabic*
- Spanish*
New Specialized Subjects:
- Engineering Science & Robotics
- Biomedical Science
- Aviation & Aerospace Engineering
- Robotics
- Manufacturing Engineering
Changes and Integration:
- Streamlined Approach: Subjects have been combined into more comprehensive courses to provide integrated learning experiences.
- Subject Removal: Less critical subjects have been discontinued based on their relevance and importance in today’s educational context.
- Interdisciplinary Courses: Some subjects have been blended with others to create interdisciplinary courses, promoting holistic education and connections across different fields.
- Focused Curriculum: The reduced number of subjects aims to deepen student understanding and improve teaching effectiveness.
Implementation and Preparation:
- Teacher Training: Programs are underway to train teachers on the new curriculum and teaching methods.
- Teaching Materials: Updated materials are being developed to support the revised subjects.
- Assessment Methods: Assessment strategies are being revised to align with the new curriculum’s goals.
The introduction of this revised SHS curriculum reflects efforts to enhance the quality and relevance of education in Ghana, preparing students more effectively for future academic and career success.
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