Evaluate the extent to which the Competency Based Curriculum has incorporated the national goals of education, 21 st Century skills Strategic Development Goals to enhance the development of holistic learners. (7mks)?

The Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) was introduced in Uganda in 2015. It was designed to replace the previous National Curriculum Framework (NCF) which was felt not to be achieving the desired outcomes in terms of quality education. The National Development Goals (SDGs) were set by the Government of Uganda in 2015 as part of its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The SDGs are a collection of 17 global goals set by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. The Competency Based Curriculum was designed to address some of the shortcomings of the NCF and to help Uganda reach the SDGs.

One of the major goals of the CBC is to promote holistic development of learners. This is in line with Goal 4 of the SDGs which calls for inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. The CBC emphasizes the acquisition of skills and knowledge that will enable learners to be responsible and productive citizens. This is in line with Goal 16 of the SDGs which calls for peace, justice and strong institutions.

The CBC has been successful in incorporating the national goals of education and the SDGs. It has helped to improve the quality of education in Uganda and has contributed to the development of holistic learners.