New curriculum deemed difficult by learners

The introduction of the new curriculum has caused considerable confusion among the youth, resulting in a significant drop in performance and understanding for both teachers and learners. Mweshipandeka was one of the schools affected by these changes. "The Education Act of 2021 introduced a new curriculum that has had a significant impact on many Namibian children. It's causing younger students to struggle as they are being taught concepts beyond their level," one person pointed out.Another person mentioned: "To enhance learning, students need access to ample study materials and reliable internet, which can improve listening skills and overall performance. Internet access should ideally be both reliable and free for learners."This demotivated many learners, particularly those aiming for NSSCO (ordinary level) and NSSCAS (AS level), making it seem impossible due to the additional requirements. To qualify for AS, candidates need a minimum of three C symbols or above, including the second language (English). Meanwhile, for the NSSCAS level, a minimum of D and above is considered acceptable for admission to various institutions."These changes led to a significant number of young people either being left on the streets or staying at home, which was deemed unfair because the AS-level qualifications only consider symbols and not points. Points are crucial for a student's future, especially when it comes to career guidance, and many students are unaware of this, as pointed out by one of the Mweshipandeka learners who is pursuing an AS level.Furthermore, one individual emphasised the need for the government to carefully reconsider this curriculum, taking into account the impact it has on learners. They urged the government to reconsider the new curriculum strategy, particularly in AS-level qualifications, as many teachers are struggling to provide knowledge-based skills to their students.In summary, the new curriculum has been quite traumatic for many learners, especially those in grade 11 and pursuing AS levels.

New curriculum deemed difficult by learners

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Namibian Sun 2025-07-01

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New curriculum deemed difficult by learners

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