Summary

Grade 10 ICT Curriculum Design (CBC)

• Focuses on developing digital literacy, computational thinking, and problem-solving skills among senior school learners.

• Anchored on the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) and aligned with national education goals and global digital trends.

• Emphasizes practical, learner-centred, and inquiry-based learning approaches rather than rote content coverage.

Curriculum Purpose

• Equips learners with advanced ICT knowledge and skills for academic progression, innovation, and the digital economy.

• Prepares learners for career pathways in technology-related fields and entrepreneurship.

Learning Areas Covered

• Advanced computer applications and productivity tools

• Data management and basic data analysis

• Programming fundamentals and algorithmic thinking

• Internet technologies and emerging digital trends

• Cyber security, digital ethics, and responsible technology use

Core Competencies Integration

• Promotes critical thinking and problem solving through digital tasks and projects

• Enhances creativity and innovation using technology tools

• Strengthens communication and collaboration via digital platforms

• Builds digital literacy and self-efficacy in ICT usage

Pedagogical Approaches

• Uses project-based learning, simulations, and hands-on activities

• Encourages collaborative learning and peer engagement

• Integrates real-life applications and community-based problem solving

Assessment Strategies

• Relies on school-based assessments (SBA) and continuous assessment

• Utilizes performance tasks, digital projects, portfolios, and presentations

• Assessment focuses on competency demonstration rather than examinations only

Values and Ethics

• Instils digital citizenship, online safety, and ethical technology use

• Promotes responsibility, integrity, and respect in digital environments

Learning Resources

• Digital devices, educational software, internet resources, and multimedia tools

• Teacher-guided and learner-driven digital content

Expected Outcomes

• Learners become confident, responsible, and innovative ICT users

• Ability to apply ICT skills in learning, problem solving, and real-world contexts