Literacy program at the MoE set to change

KABUL (SW): The literacy program of the Ministry of Education (MoE) has been set to undergo a change.

Sardar Mohammad Rahimi, deputy director for literacy at the MoE, told journalists in Kabul on Sunday the syllabus which was used for literacy program was mostly text oriented simply stressing upon reading and writing. He added the new curriculum focuses more on development of skills and knowledge in economy, management and vocational training aside from improving reading and writing skills.

According to Rahimi, students’ assessment and teachers' guide are also included in the new curriculum for literacy courses focusing on peace, sustainable security and subjects related to enlightenment.

The new curriculum is developed by professional educators and trainers which will be taught to some two hundred thousand students in the coming year.

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