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    CURRICULUM & SYLLABUS

    Definition of Curriculum
    • The curriculum is defined as the guideline of the
    chapters and academic content covered by an
    educational system while undergoing a particular
    course or program.
    • In a theoretical sense, curriculum refers to what is
    offered by the school or college. However, practically it
    has a wider scope which covers the knowledge,
    attitude, behaviour, manner, performance and skills
    that are imparted or inculcated in a student.
    • The curriculum is well planned, guided and designed by
    the government or the educational institution. It is the
    overall learning experience that a student goes through
    during the particular course of study
    A syllabus

    • … is an academic document that


    communicates course information and defines
    expectations and responsibilities

    • There are seven essential components to an


    academic syllabus: Instructor information,
    General course information, Course
    objectives, Course policies, Grading and
    evaluation,
    Definition of Syllabus
    • The syllabus is defined as the documents that
    consist of topics or portion covered in a
    particular subject. (It is determined by the
    examination board)
    Generally, a syllabus should include the following
    information:

    • Goal/Rationale. Apply the grade 8/9 Accounting syllabus

    • Basic Information. Apply the grade 8/9 Accounting syllabus

    • Course Content. Topics to cover during the year

    • Learning Objectives. What students will gain or take away from your
    content. (What the learner should know or be able to do after completing
    this content)

    • Student Responsibilities. Continuous Assessment requirements

    • Grading Method. Clear, explicit statement of assessment process and


    measurements.
    • Grading
    Purpose
    • The syllabus ensures a fair and impartial
    understanding between the instructor and
    students
    • Ensure uniform presentation of the subject
    throughout Namibia (National examinations)
    • Ensure teachers teach all relevant content
    • Ensure all teachers assess learners similarly
    and appropriately
    Difference Between Syllabus and Curriculum

    • When it comes to education, the two concepts


    which pop up in our mind which are commonly
    misconstrued are syllabus and curriculum.
    Syllabus connotes the subjects as well as the topics
    covered in the course of study.
    On the other hand,
    curriculum implies the chapters and academic
    content taught in school. It alludes to the
    knowledge, skills and competencies students
    should learn during study.
    QUESTIONS TO ANSWER
    • Define a curriculum
    • Define a syllabus
    • What is the purpose of a syllabus?
    • What should be included in a syllabus?
    • Differentiate between a curriculum and a
    syllabus

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