Seychelles Secondary 1 Curriculum - Science

The Seychelles Secondary 1 Science curriculum is part of the broader National Curriculum Framework, which emphasizes a learner-centered, inclusive, and holistic approach to education. Science education in Seychelles aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values to become successful lifelong learners and responsible citizens. The curriculum promotes scientific inquiry, critical thinking, and an understanding of the interconnectedness of science with other disciplines and everyday life.

Key Stage 4 (Secondary 1 - 3)

At Key Stage 4, the science curriculum builds upon the integrated science taught in primary school. It branches out into distinct scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and environmental science. The curriculum emphasizes the development of fundamental scientific concepts, principles, and methods. Students are encouraged to investigate, explore, model, record, and discuss their observations of the natural world. The curriculum also highlights the impact of science on individuals, communities, and the environment, including the benefits, risks, and limitations of scientific applications.

TESSA (Teacher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa)

The TESSA program has collaborated with Seychelles to develop teacher training resources and materials that support the implementation of the secondary science curriculum. These resources emphasize active learning approaches and encourage teachers to connect scientific concepts to students' prior knowledge and experiences.

Nature of Science

The Seychelles science curriculum emphasizes the nature of science (NOS), which encompasses the understanding of what science is, how scientific knowledge is generated, and the limitations of scientific inquiry. This includes an understanding of scientific inquiry, the role of evidence in supporting scientific claims, and the social and cultural contexts of science.

Assessment

Assessment in science is an ongoing process that aims to enhance student learning and improve teaching practices. A variety of assessment methods are used, including experiments, project work, presentations, and tests. Assessment information is used to provide feedback to students, guide teaching adjustments, inform parents about student progress, and evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum.