South Sudan Secondary 1 History Curriculum

This curriculum focuses on the history of South Sudan, comparing it with 20th-century global developments and post-colonial Africa. Emphasis is placed on understanding historical events and their significance, rather than memorizing dates. The curriculum aims to develop critical thinking, communication, and cooperation skills, within a context of South Sudanese culture and heritage. Values such as human rights, gender equality, respect, tolerance, compassion, social justice, democracy, and national pride are emphasized.

Units Covered:

• Unit 1: The Pre-colonial Era: This unit explores the period before colonialism in South Sudan.
• Unit 2: Colonial Rule: This unit examines the period of colonial rule in South Sudan.
• Unit 3: Early Societies in South Sudan: This unit investigates the development of early societies within South Sudan.

Key Learning Outcomes:

By the end of Secondary 1, learners are expected to:

• Analyze and describe pre-colonial trade in Africa.
• Analyze and explain colonial rule and African responses to it.
• Understand and explain the evolution of societies and heritage in Africa, including the development of Sudan as a nation.

Assessment:

Ongoing classroom-based assessment is used to ensure learning is tailored to individual student needs. A "triangulation" approach is employed, involving:

• Conversations with learners
• Observations of student work
• Analysis of work produced

Additional Resources:

• Secondary History Syllabus Adjustment for 2021:
• History Student Book 1:
• History S1 Teacher Guide:
• Secondary History Student Textbooks:

This curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in South Sudanese history, preparing them for further study in Secondary 2 and beyond. It encourages active learning and the development of essential skills for success in the 21st century.