Challenges being faced by satellite schools in implementing the Competence Based Curriculum (CBC) in Shayauripo Cluster Chiredzi District, Masvingo Province

Abstract

The implementation of the Competence Based Competence in Zimbabwes’ education system in satellite schools is faced by so many challenges despite it being introduced three years ago in 2017. The Government of Zimbabwe through the Ministry of Primary and Education (MoPSE) opened satellite schools in resettlement areas as a way of promoting the right to education to the learners whose parents had relocated to these resettlement areas. However there is poor growth and development of these schools in terms of infrasture and other vital teaching and learning resources for the successful implementation of the curriculum. It was because of these basis that this research study was carried to identify the challenges being faced in satellite schools in implementing the CBC. The researcher used a case study as a qualitative research design and interviews and observations were the research instruments used for data gathering. The sample included 9 Teachers from 3 satelite schools and 3 TICs. The identified challenges by both the Teacher in Charges (TICs) and teachers include lack of text books, inadequate and suitable infrastructure, lack of confidence amongst the administrators amongst others. However the researcher came up with recommendations as solutions to the challenges faced.