Ferdinand | EducationGhana | February 10 | Yilo Krobo Education Directorate Under Scrutiny Over Alleged “Exam-Focused” Lesson Plan Policy
The Yilo Krobo Municipal Education Directorate faces scrutiny following allegations that a parent-sponsored lesson plan focused only on examination topics has been introduced in public basic schools, raising curriculum concerns.
Allegations Emerge Over New Lesson Plan Policy
The Yilo Krobo Municipal Director of Education, Mr. John Kwame Gasu, is facing allegations of introducing a parent-sponsored lesson plan policy across public basic schools in the municipality.
According to reports circulating within the education space, the directive requires schools to adopt a standardized lesson plan funded by parents. The central concern, however, is that the lesson plans are said to focus primarily on examination topics rather than covering the full national curriculum prescribed by the Ghana Education Service.
Concerns Over Curriculum Integrity
Education stakeholders argue that such an approach, if confirmed, undermines the philosophy of curriculum development in Ghana. The national curriculum is designed to promote holistic learning, critical thinking, creativity, and competency-based outcomes, not merely examination preparation.
Limiting instruction to examinable topics risks narrowing the scope of learning and reducing education to test performance. Critics maintain that this contradicts the standards set by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment and the Ghana Education Service, which emphasize comprehensive coverage of approved syllabi.
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Financial Implications for Parents
The alleged introduction of a parent-sponsored academic structure has also raised equity concerns. Public basic education in Ghana is guided by the Free Compulsory Universal Basic Education policy framework. Any additional financial burden on parents, particularly without broad consultation or policy backing, is likely to attract public debate.
Some observers question whether such a policy received approval from the Regional Directorate or GES Headquarters, especially given its financial implications and curricular impact.
Call for Clarification
Education analysts and stakeholders are calling for an official clarification from the Yilo Krobo Municipal Education Directorate and the Ghana Education Service to determine:
- Whether the reported lesson plan policy has formal authorization
- The scope and content of the lesson plans in question
- The funding structure and level of parental consent involved
- Compliance with national curriculum standards
Broader Policy Questions
The development has reignited debate on the growing emphasis on examination performance in public basic schools and the pressure on administrators to improve results, sometimes at the expense of broader educational objectives.
If verified, the matter may require intervention from higher authorities to safeguard curriculum integrity and protect public confidence in the basic education system.
Education observers continue to monitor developments as stakeholders await an official response from the appropriate authorities.
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