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This paper reports on an attempt by MALATI (Mathematics Learning and Teaching Initiative) to implement the statistics aspect of the Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy and Mathematical Sciences Learning Area, an area of study regarded as a particular challenge … The Maldives consists of an archipelago of nearly 1,200 islands and a population of approximately 400,000 inhabitants; 310,000 Maldivians and 90,000 expatriate workers. Challenges in implementing the new mathematics curriculum in Grade 10: A case study. 8 0 obj <> While some standards are already set in place, further reviews and checks need to be undertaken to 9 0 obj The reasons for failed strategies are varied, but most hinge on the fact that strategy implementation is resource intensive and challenging. 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Successful implementation of curriculum requires understanding the power Common Implementation Challenges There are a range of different issues and challenges that need to be addressed for successful program implementation. <>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/Annots[ 22 0 R 23 0 R 24 0 R] /MediaBox[ 0 0 595.32 841.92] /Contents 14 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 3>> This involves the dissemination of the structured set of learning experiences, the provision of resources to effectively execute the plan, and the actual execution of the plan in the classroom setting where teacher-learner interactions take place (Ivowi, 2009). processes across a breadth of key learning areas. (News Of The South) - A teachers union has revealed that the new education curriculum is posing challenges to teachers. OBSTACLES TO IMPLEMENTING A NEW CURRICULUM1. 14 0 obj Statistics 99. 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By Evans Muranganwa. implementation of the curriculum Observe school/classroom practice, survey and conduct an analysis teaching the new curriculum in schools Identify areas of strengths, gaps and issues in relation to the curriculum 20 days Draft report on the implementation of the national curriculum <> The Inclusive Education policy has been formulated to ensure the inclusion of children in education in Maldives. Implementation of the revised curriculum for basic education. ���"Q�YB�)ԃ�*��Pl�$�*����=ʃy6��Ea;=�4F��l"Пz�c���/l-F`��m[��K~E_����f�m4%Ju������y�ܱ���uo��c� ti�";� ���Ъ����nr��0^�T����ؠ��hb��ӸԎ3�Ү�3,~����! 5 0 obj The new National Curriculum (appendix 3) was published on 11 September 2013 with schools being advised to start teaching it immediately to students in years 3 and 4 because they will face high stakes assessments on it when they are in year 6. 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