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English
The English Syllabus emphasises the acquisition of communicative skills and is conducted in a student-centred, activity-based environment which makes use of students’ experiences and simulates real life situations for the practice of the language. The programme stresses careful attention to the processes involved in the development of the language skills and provides scope for integration across the curriculum. It focuses on the development of communicative competence in Caribbean Standard English (CSE) that enables citizens to function nationally, regionally and internationally. The competencies to be developed in the course are categorised under three broad headings: Listening and Speaking; Reading and Viewing; and Writing. The syllabus is arranged in five Modules, each of which represents a context for language use.
Module 1 - Welcome to My World – Communicating Personal Information
Module 2 - Searching and Sharing – Accessing and Presenting Information
Module 3 - Speaking Up and Speaking Out – Convincing and Informing Through Language
Module 4 - Windows to Our World – Language for Understanding and Using the Media
Module 5 - Exploring New Frontiers – Communicating in the Work Environment
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Integrated Science
The inclusion of Integrated Science in the school curriculum is influenced by the premise that knowledge of an organism and its interaction with the environment will enhance the application of Science in shaping the quality of life, through promotion of personal health practices and respect for the environment. The programme, therefore, aims at producing young adults with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes that would help them negotiate an increasingly complex and dynamic technological environment in which they have to live and work.
Students, who successfully complete this programme, will have developed an understanding of how science affects their daily lives and acquired lifelong learning skills that will allow them to solve everyday problems. This programme will provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for further education and training in institutions and in the workplace.
The syllabus will assess the skills listed below:
• Recording and Communication
• Manipulation and Measurement
• Investigation
• Group Work
The programme of study is arranged in five Modules, namely:
Module 1 - Working like a scientist
Module 2 - Investigating Matter
Module 3 - Understanding life
Module 4 - Focusing on me
Module 5 - Exploring energy
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Mathematics
Mathematics in the Caribbean responds to the broad spectrum of needs of the Caribbean community. Caribbean people need to be mathematically literate as this will enable them to identify and understand the role that mathematics plays in the world, make sound judgements, and engage in mathematical thinking that meets the needs of their current and future life as constructive, concerned and reflective citizens. The Mathematics programme of study is, therefore, designed to help Caribbean students to develop mathematical literate competencies such as thinking and reasoning; mathematical communication; argumentation; modelling; problem posing and solving; representation; the use of symbols, tools and technology. On completion of this course of study, students will be equipped to use mathematics for the enhancement of their environment, as well as for the empowerment of self, country and region, in order to be more competitive in an ever-changing world environment.
The Mathematics programme generally recognizes that Mathematics teaching and learning may be enriched by approaching content and teaching and learning activities through the use of concrete examples and experiences, as well as, through real-life experiences. If implemented as suggested, the programme would equip all Caribbean students for the world of work or further study, and in general, for life-long learning.
The Syllabus aims to develop in students the competencies listed below
• Mathematical Thinking and Reasoning
• Mathematical Argumentation
• Mathematical Communication
• Modelling
• Problem Posing and Solving
• Use of Representation
• Use of Symbols
• Use of Tools and Technology
The programme of study is arranged in five Modules, namely:
Module 1 - Number and Number Sense
Module 2 - Conscious Consumer
Module 3 - Spaces in the Environment
Module 4 - Measuring around us
Module 5 - Data Handling
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Modern Languages
The Modern Languages Syllabus focuses on the development of fundamental language skills to communicate effectively in French and Spanish in everyday situations. Emphasis is placed on providing opportunities for students to communicate through practical, authentic and functional activities appropriate and relevant to their experiences. All five Modules are to be taught in the context of the four language skills in a cultural setting. The Aims and General Objectives can be attained by developing the related key competencies in the student. These are categorized under four broad headings: Listening; Speaking; Reading; Writing. The programme of study is arranged in five Modules, namely:
Module 1 - Knowing Me, Knowing You - Self, Family, Friends, Neighbours, Pets and Community
Module 2 - See Me On The Go - School And Daily Routine
Module 3 - Let’s Live It Up - Sports And Leisure, Eating Out, Travel
Module 4 - Cash It Or Charge It? - Shopping
Module 5 - Watch Me Grow - Occupations, Professions and Future Plans
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Social Studies
Social Studies contributes to the effective development of the learner by increasing personal and social awareness, and by placing emphasis on values as well as on social and interpersonal relationships. In addition, it introduces students to concepts from the various social science disciplines and enables them to recognize the significance of these experiences as they seek to understand more about themselves and the complex social relationships of which they are a part. An interpretation of this kind makes the Social Studies programme not only relevant to the learners but also facilitates the smooth transition of the student from secondary to tertiary education and to the wider society.
The continued development of the Caribbean region will depend on the individual’s understanding of his or her roles and responsibilities in families, groups, social institutions, government, sustainable development and use of resources, the regional integration process and global issues. These are critical to the individual’s personal development and the social, political and economic well-being of his or her country and region.
This syllabus seeks to ensure that students develop the necessary skills and at the same time introduces them to knowledge of social phenomena that may enhance their effectiveness as social participants in the Caribbean community. It is also intended that, through the syllabus, the process of valuing would be made conscious so that persons become aware of their position, thus enabling them to bring conscious criteria to bear on their choices as social participants.
Although the main focus of the syllabus is the Caribbean, opportunities have been provided for the treatment of international issues which have a bearing on Caribbean development.
The Syllabus content is organised into three major sections. Students are required to complete Sections A and B and one Option from Section C.
Section A - Individual, Family and Society
Section B - Sustainable Development and Use of Resources
(i) Development and Use of Resources
(ii) Regional Integration
Section C - Options
C1 - Communication
C2 - Consumer Affairs
C3 - Tourism
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