New curriculum for secondary schools in nigeria

The Nigerian government has introduced a new curriculum for secondary schools in Nigeria, which is designed to improve the quality of education and prepare students for the 21st century. The new curriculum, known as the "9-Year Basic Education Curriculum", was introduced in 2017 and is being implemented in all public and private secondary schools in Nigeria.

The new curriculum has several key features, including:

  1. Emphasis on STEM education: The curriculum places a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, with the aim of developing students' skills in these areas.
  2. Focus on critical thinking and problem-solving: The curriculum encourages students to think critically and solve problems, rather than simply memorizing facts.
  3. Increased emphasis on entrepreneurship and vocational skills: The curriculum includes modules on entrepreneurship and vocational skills, with the aim of preparing students for the workforce.
  4. Greater emphasis on Nigerian culture and history: The curriculum includes more content on Nigerian culture and history, with the aim of promoting national identity and pride.
  5. Improved assessment and evaluation: The curriculum includes new assessment and evaluation methods, including project-based assessments and oral exams.

The new curriculum is designed to be more flexible and adaptable to the needs of individual students, and includes more opportunities for students to choose their own courses and pursue their own interests.

Some of the key subjects included in the new curriculum are:

  1. English Language
  2. Mathematics
  3. Science (including biology, chemistry, and physics)
  4. Social Studies (including history, government, and civic education)
  5. French or Arabic (as a second language)
  6. Business Studies
  7. Agricultural Science
  8. Home Economics
  9. Computer Science
  10. Technical Drawing

The new curriculum also includes a range of extracurricular activities and clubs, such as:

  1. Debate Club
  2. Drama Club
  3. Music Club
  4. Sports Club
  5. Robotics Club
  6. Coding Club
  7. Environmental Club
  8. Literary Club

Overall, the new curriculum is designed to provide students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for success in the 21st century.