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vocalist and melodic instruments but no
instructions were given for percussionist.
Vocalists are now required to perform a solo
piece, one technical study, and one technical
exercise.
CVQ (Pg 60)
The new syllabus introduces a CVQ element Clarification is needed on
of the music program which is contained in the requirements of this
the SBA. component and the
assessment process.
Office School-based Assessment topics for CSEC Communication needs to
Administration Office Administration for the period 2019 – be urgently circulated on
2023 have not yet been communicated. what are the SBA topics
Aspects of the syllabus was reviewed and applicable for 2019
updated in 2015 and 2016 however the listing onward.
of SBA topics on page 52 of the syllabus
document remained the same covering the
period 2014 – 2018.

In September 2017 teachers begin to prepare
students for the 2019 CSEC examinations and
this listing is required to aid timely
preparation of curriculum documentation and
seamless implementing of content in
academic year 2017/2018.
Technical Syllabus requires drawings to be done in Retaining option to use
Drawing CAD, schools are not prepared to make this traditional methods
transition at this time, neither in facilities or
equipment (see report, Appendix #4).
Visual Arts 1. Recommended time allocation of four 45 Based on the past
(details in minutes period per week experiences and in
appendix #5) collaboration with Visual
Arts Teachers and taking
into consideration the
introduction of a multiple-
choice component into the
examination it is
recommended that the
allotted time be five (5)
45 minutes period per
week.

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