What is the aim of CAPS curriculum?

The Main aim of CAPS is to lessen the administrative burden on teachers and ensure consistency and guidance for teachers when teaching. The teaching and learning of the subjects have specific aims, skills, focus of content areas and weighting of content areas.

When did CAPS curriculum start in SA?

2014
CAPS was introduced in Grade 12 in 2014 so there were no benchmarks for achievement, although DBE had provided exemplar question papers. Adjusting to a new curriculum, new assessment and the way in which examiners interpret the curriculum would have impacted on results and therefore examination adjustments by Umalusi.

What is wrong with caps curriculum?

It is too rigid. They are unable to slow the pace down if needed, or recap concepts if their learners have struggled to catch on, due to the fact that they need to keep up with the schedule set in the curriculum. Many educators also feel that CAPS has sucked all the creativity out of them.

What is the National Curriculum and assessment policy statement ( caps )?

A National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) is a single, comprehensive, and concise policy document introduced by the Department of Basic Education for all the subjects listed in the National Curriculum Statement for Grades R – 12. CAPS gives detailed guidance for teachers on what they should teach…

What is the Curriculum Statement in South Africa?

The National Curriculum Statement Grades R-12 represents a policy statement for learning and teaching in South African schools and comprises the following: The policy document National Protocol for Assessment Grades R – 12 which standardises the recording and reporting processes for Grades R – 12 within the framework.

Where can I find the curriculum for caps?

CAPS gives detailed guidance for teachers on what they should teach and how to assess. You can find more information under Curriculum on the website of the Department of Basic Education.

How to study caps online in South Africa?

The complete online CAPS and IEB exam revision platform for Grade 1 to 9 learners in South Africa. Study with interactive online practice exams and worksheets that give you immediate feedback and instant help. Reduce the stress of trying to figure out what your child needs to study for the upcoming exams.

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