ECDE TEACHER PREPAREDNESS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR COMPETENCY-BASED CURRICULUM (CBC) ADOPTION IN KENYAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS

Joy Igoki Njiru - Doctor of Philosophy in Early Childhood Education, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Professor Paul Odundo - Department of Education, Early Childhood Education, University of Nairobi, Kenya

ABSTRACT

This study investigates implications of the adoption of Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) on student learning outcomes and educational equity in Kenyan higher education institutions. Through reviewing a synthesis of existing studies, this paper highlights advantages and disadvantages associated with the introduction of CBC. The outcomes indicate that students develop more interest, creativity and learn how to apply knowledge in real life situations leading to an increase in academic achievement. Furthermore, CBC is seen as a mechanism for enhancing equity through meeting the different learning needs and equalizing access to quality education across populations. However, among other issues, this analysis identifies teacher training at various levels, resource allocation as well as ongoing evaluation need greater attention for successful CBC implementation. This emphasizes the need for investing in teacher development programs, providing adequate resources and constantly improving these strategies for maximum impact on students’ performance and equal opportunities to education especially at tertiary institutions in Kenya.

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