Integration of outdoor learning approach in implementation of competence-based curriculum: experience from public secondary schools in Igunga district
Loading...
Date
2023
Authors
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
Volume Title
Publisher
The University of Dodoma
Abstract
This study explored the integration of outdoor learning approach (OLA) to school based instructions and learning in implementing competence-based curriculum (CBC) in public secondary schools. Qualitative research approach with case study design guided the study. Methods for data collection were interview, focus group discussion and document review. Data analysis conducted thematically. The research conducted in Igunga district in Tabora region. Sixty-nine informants purposively selected embedded with saturation from four public secondary schools. In this regard, 22 were students, 24 teachers, 12 parents, four heads of school (HoS), two ward education officers (WEO), one district education officer (DEO) and four heads of subject departments (HoD). The study found that outdoor learning activities vary across schools. Stakeholders who are teachers, students, DEO, WEO as well as parents are aware on how the approach is useful in implementing CBC. It exposes learners to real environment of which they actively learn. Through OLA, a learner integrates all domains of learning that is cognitive, affective and psychomotor which leads to competence in learning. The study also found that OLA conducted very rarely due to lack of supportive resources, administrative matters and issues related to security and safety during outdoor adventures. In addition, the education and training policy of 2014 puts little emphasis on CBC in the way that education for self-reliance (ESR) of 1967 did. It is therefore, suggested that there shall be proper utilisation of surrounding environment so as to run OLA for zero or minimal cost. This will help to unpack government load towards accommodating schools. Stakeholders should cooperate well on matters related to academics particulary teaching and learning approaches. Budget to implement OLA should be allocated and specified; more so, the available ETP policy should be revised. This research is on the stand that OLA is the best teaching and learning pedagogy to fully implement CBC in the way that other indoor pedagogies does not. It should therefore, be fully employed along with other methods for effective implementation of CBC.
Description
Dissertation ( Education)
Keywords
Outdoor learning, Competence based curriculum, Secondary school curriculum, Learning approach, School instructions
Citation
Seni, S. E. (2023). Integration of outdoor learning approach in implementation of competence-based curriculum: experience from public secondary schools in Igunga district. (Master's Dissertation) The University of Dodoma