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improve it. Additionally, the study sought to ascertain the usefulness of the syllabus in

preparing students for employment or further education and training.

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 All secondary school teachers were invited to “Subject Workshops” on 23 August,
2017. These sessions were intended to: orient teachers to new and amended CXC CSEC
syllabuses; share best practices that have proved to be workable solutions to problems

encountered by pupils and teachers; explore some methodologies that would enhance
curriculum delivery and student learning.

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 A meeting with teachers of Agriculture Science was held on 29 August, 2017. The aim
of the session was to bring teachers together to review the changes presented in the new

syllabus.

SUPPORT FOR CXC SYLLABUSES

The Curriculum Development Unit over the past year has been monitoring the implementation
and delivery of new and revised syllabi and continues to provide curriculum support to teachers.

NATIONAL AWARDS CEREMONY

The Ministry of Education, National Reconciliation and Ecclesiastical Affairs with sponsorship
from FLOW hosted the National Awards Ceremony for recognition and celebration of scholastic

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achievements in the May/June 2016 CXC-CSEC and the CPEA on 7 April, 2017.

CAPE, CSEC and CPEA EXAMS PERFORMANCE MAY-JUNE 2017

The Ministry of Education congratulates all students and extends gratitude to the Principals,
teachers and staff at all schools for their support of the students. We are cognizant of the fact

that outcomes in education are measured, not only in quantitative terms, but also in qualitative
terms; therefore, the value added to the lives of all of the students, the top performers as well as

those whose performance can be improved, is greatly appreciated. All Principals continue to

work diligently in conjunction with the Ministry of Education in support of their schools’
effectiveness and the students’ success.

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