Seychelles Secondary Science Curriculum Overview
The Seychelles secondary science curriculum draws upon the principles outlined in the Seychelles National Curriculum Framework. Science education in Seychelles transitions from a more integrated approach in primary school to distinct scientific disciplines in secondary school. This framework emphasizes the development of essential competencies and core life skills, with science education playing a crucial role.
Key features of the secondary science curriculum include:
- Core Subjects: Science is a core subject alongside English and Mathematics.
- Differentiated Instruction: Provisions are made for different learning levels, as indicated by resources for both Core and Extended exams in Science.
- Nature of Science (NOS): The curriculum emphasizes an understanding of 'what science is' as a fundamental component of science education.
- Teacher Resources: The Ministry of Education provides teacher resources to support science instruction.
- Student Resources: Student resources are also available to supplement learning.
TESSA (Teacher Education in Sub-Saharan Africa) Modules and Themes:
The TESSA program offers resources and modules designed to support secondary science teachers in Seychelles. These modules cover a range of topics within biology, chemistry, and physics, organized around key themes:
- Probing children's understanding / learning:
- Biology: Classification and adaptation
- Chemistry: Elements, compounds, and mixtures
- Physics: Properties of matter
- Making science practical:
- Chemistry: Acids, bases, salts
- Science lived (relevant and real):
- Problem-solving - creativity - innovation in science:
- Chemistry: Atomic structures, chemical families, and the periodic table
- Dealing with challenging ideas in science:
- Chemistry: States of matter
- Physics: Electricity and magnetism
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