Curriculum management & adaptation for holistic development

Topics to be covered

The main focus of the learning in this knowledge module is to build an understanding of the national curriculum, its changing nature and the principles of inclusion, the approaches of teaching and learning, quality assurance strategies for the implementation of the school curriculum to offer effective leadership and management of the overall curriculum delivery to ensure improved teaching and learning practices in the school.

Curriculum delivery and management

Overview of the national curriculum, curriculum change and adaptation
Functions, roles, responsibilities and accountabilities of the school principal, School Governing Body, Head of Departments and other structures for curriculum planning and implementation
Inclusion framework for the curriculum
Quality assurance strategies and implementation
Approaches and methodologies on teaching and learning including learning theories
Education processes and quality assurance systems

Improving teaching and learning practices

Data-driven interventions and benefits for teaching and learning
Fundamentals, models and theories for continuous improvement and the implementation of School Improvement Plan
Strategies and methodologies to support teaching, learning and development
Alignment of intended learning, instructional and assessment practices
Strategies and approaches to manage specific learning needs

Assessment requirements and assessment practices

Assessment practices in the school
Monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of assessment practices

Learning outcomes

Outcome 1

Identify and explain the various structures and support structures including School-Based Assessment, School Assessment Team, School Based Support Team in terms of their functions, roles and responsibilities

Outcome 2

Explain the application of up-to-date knowledge and understanding of research in teaching and learning and its implications for improving practice

Outcome 3

Assess the school’s strengths and weaknesses in the implementation of assessment practices, and determine a priority for improvement in this area