This article examines the implementation of competency based education in Zambia, highlighting strategies for aligning policy with classroom practice.
Zambia’s ongoing transition to a Competency-Based Education (CBE) model marks a strategic shift toward aligning its education system with 21st-century skills and national development priorities. This article examines the conceptual foundations of CBE, its policy context within Zambia, and the practical strategies necessary for its successful implementation. Drawing from the newly written methods textbook, 21st-Centuary Teacher Education: A Competency Based Education Approach, it offers guidance for translating policy into classroom practice. The article concludes actionable recommendations to ensure the sustainable rollout of CBE across Zambia’s education system.
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