Summary

• Description:

  The PDF document comprises Grade 8 Rationalized Pre-Technical Studies Curriculum Design.

  This curriculum design is developed by the Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD). It was first published in 2023 and revised in 2024 to align with the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) and the recommendations of the Presidential Working Party on Education Reforms. The design builds on competencies acquired in Upper Primary and prepares learners for technical, vocational, and STEM-related pathways at Senior School.

  • Level: Junior School – Grade 8
  • Learning Area: Pre-Technical Studies
  • Lesson Allocation: 4 lessons per week (40 minutes each)
  • Total Suggested Lessons: 120
  • Curriculum Focus: Technical drawing, materials, tools, ICT application, production skills, safety, and entrepreneurship
  • Integrated Areas: Business Studies, Computer Studies, and Technical Studies
  • Key Components Included: National goals of education, essence statement, general learning outcomes, strands and sub-strands, suggested learning experiences, key inquiry questions, core competencies, values, PCIs, assessment rubrics, Community Service Learning (CSL), and suggested learning resources

  It covers the following strands and sub-strands with suggested lesson allocation:

  • Strand 1: Foundations of Pre-Technical Studies
    • Fire Safety – 7 lessons
    • Data Safety – 11 lessons
  • Strand 2: Communication in Pre-Technical Studies
    • Plane Geometry – 4 lessons
    • Dimensioning – 7 lessons
    • Plain Scale Drawing – 6 lessons
    • Visual Programming – 14 lessons
  • Strand 3: Materials for Production
    • Composite Materials – 7 lessons
    • Ceramic Materials – 7 lessons
  • Strand 4: Tools and Production
    • Cutting Tools – 15 lessons
    • Computer Software – 6 lessons
  • Strand 5: Entrepreneurship
    • Bookkeeping – 12 lessons
    • Income and Budgeting – 9 lessons
    • Marketing Goods and Services – 8 lessons
    • Distribution of Goods and Services – 7 lessons

  The curriculum promotes development of critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, digital literacy, financial literacy, safety awareness, and career exploration. It equips learners with practical technical and entrepreneurial skills necessary for innovation, productivity, and future participation in technical and vocational careers.

• File Size:

  393.56 KB
• Length:

  51 pages
• Category:

  Curriculum Designs
• Level:

  Grade 8
• Subject:

  PRE-TECHNICAL STUDIES
• Posted By:

  Caleb_Peter

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