Four National Goals of Education in Kenya
1. National Unity and Cohesion: Foster a sense of belonging, tolerance, and mutual respect among all Kenyans.
2. Economic Development: Equip learners with knowledge, skills, and values to contribute to the country's economic growth and prosperity.
3. Moral and Ethical Development: Nurture learners' moral and ethical values, promoting honesty, integrity, and responsibility.
4. Scientific and Technological Advancement: Develop learners' scientific and technological knowledge and skills, fostering innovation and scientific inquiry.
Actualization in the Kenyan Curriculum
1. National Unity and Cohesion:
- Cross-curricular activities promoting dialogue, understanding, and appreciation of different cultures.
- Subjects like Social Studies and Kiswahili emphasizing national identity, history, and shared values.
2. Economic Development:
- Focus on STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to equip learners with technical and problem-solving skills.
- Business and Entrepreneurship Education introduced in secondary schools to foster creativity and innovation.
- Practical learning through the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) to enhance learners' employability.
3. Moral and Ethical Development:
- Life Skills Education integrated into the curriculum from primary to secondary levels, promoting values like empathy, cooperation, and respect.
- Character Education component in CBC to nurture positive attitudes, behaviors, and values.
- Religious Studies and Ethics subjects to provide moral guidance and ethical decision-making.
4. Scientific and Technological Advancement:
- Increased emphasis on science, technology, and innovation in CBC.
- Establishment of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) centers to provide hands-on learning experiences.
- Introduction of coding and robotics in primary and secondary schools to promote computational thinking and technological literacy.