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A plan setting out how the programme of study (PoS), syllabus, or curriculum will be translated into teaching and learning activities, including the sequencing of content, the amount of time spent on each topic, and how the specified learning objectives will be assessed. Some schemes of work are drawn up centrally, such as those designed by the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority which provide teachers with a template for translating national curriculum PoSs into a series of lesson plans. Others may be drawn up by teachers themselves, as is the case in many courses of further and higher education, where the creation of the scheme of work forms part of the planning process for the department, team, or the individual teacher.

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Schemes of Work: How to Choose the Right One

A scheme of work is a long-term plan designed to ensure that students are taught all the skills and knowledge in the curriculum for that subject.  Schemes of work are typically broken down into teachable units or modules.

Schemes can be highly valuable in two key ways:

• Schemes should reduce teacher planning and preparation time, and
• Ensure students are taught progressive lessons that cover the full curriculum. 

However, not all schemes are made equal and the wrong scheme, or following a scheme totally rigidly can cause difficulties.

To take the difficulty out of choosing between a multitude of schemes, we partner with the best schemes of work - giving teachers access to progressive, primary schemes of work across 9 subjects, all in one place. 

What is a scheme of work?   

A scheme of work is a long-term plan that outlines everything that needs to be taught and learned over the course of a term or school year. A scheme of work is often compared to a syllabus, but they differ because a syllabus simply covers what should be taught, while a scheme of work goes deeper into how topics will be taught.   

Schemes of work usually include things like how many hours each topic will be allocated, in what order topics will be taught, and how knowledge will be assessed. Schemes generally contain unit and lesson plans and good schemes will include curriculum mapping and progression mapping so teachers have a comprehensive plan for the term or year ahead.  

While most schemes of work follow the national curriculum, schemes of work can differ significantly from one another in their approach and ordering.   

A scheme of work can be extremely beneficial for teachers for reasons we’ll discuss in more detail shortly, but they primarily give teachers an overarching guide and plan they can follow to ensure all necessary learning outcomes are met, reducing their planning time dramatically.   

How to choose the right scheme of work  

Choosing the right scheme of work is critical to student progression both within the year and across their school career. Your chosen scheme of work should meet your school’s vision for what your children learn, support the staff delivering the curriculum, and be assessable.  

Due to the many schemes of work available, choosing the right one can be a challenge. Websites such as Scheme Support allow you to compare hundreds of primary schemes of work so you can get a snapshot into the schemes available and an idea of what might be appropriate for your school.    

Progression is Key  

The scheme of work you choose shouldn’t simply be a list of points you need to teach; it should contain a clear and purposeful progression of knowledge and skills for your class. The scheme of work should build upon existing knowledge and tackle new concepts while respecting the children’s maturity level and growing knowledge base.   

It should, through gentle progression, build their confidence in the subject(s) being taught by reinforcing the knowledge they already have, while building new and more complex ideas on top.   

For example, this science scheme of work from PZAZ uses knowledge progression maps to allow teachers and subject leads to clearly see progress not only throughout the year but across year groups, too. This clear progression ensures pupils’ knowledge progresses as it should and provides schools and teachers sound guidance and assurance that this progression is happening.  

This progression allows teachers to get a bird’s-eye view of their pupil’s trajectory and give them a foundation of knowledge that will pay dividends for them in the future.   

What are the Benefits of Schemes of Work?

So why use a scheme of work when you could simply create lesson plans from the curriculum or a syllabus?   

Save planning time whilst keeping flexibility:  

When planned and used correctly, schemes of work free-up teachers' time to focus on teaching. Instead of worrying about the what of what they’re teaching, they’re able to focus on the how .   

Schemes can sometimes face critique for being overly restrictive. However, schemes of work do not need to be adhered to at all costs - schemes create freedom so teachers can focus on adapting the content to meet the needs of their class and the individuals they’re teaching.   

Particularly at the primary level, no teacher can be an expert in every subject they teach. This is where schemes are particularly valuable, giving teachers a clear plan to build their class into subject experts.   

For subjects that teachers are less comfortable with, they can adhere to a scheme in the knowledge their pupils are being taught the full spectrum of required skills and knowledge. In areas they are more confident, teachers can draw on other resources to complement the scheme's lesson, allowing them to cater to the needs of their class.  

With the majority of their planning done, teachers have the room to add their creative flair to lessons or ensure that they have adapted the scheme to meet school requirements. For example, teachers could amend the starter activity or knowledge consolidator. Meanwhile, schools can be confident all teachers are adhering to a progression-based curriculum.  

How to find the best scheme for your school? 

Despite the value of schemes, deciding on the appropriate one for your school can be a challenge. Pango hand-selects primary schemes of work from trusted publishers to ensure all schemes are high quality, contain clear progression and are loved by schools and teachers. Rather than being met with countless search results, a Pango account allows you to access only the best-in-class schemes, lessons and resources, giving schools and teachers the confidence that their pupils are being taught from the best resources.   

We know that every pupil, every class and every school is different. That's why our planning tools allow teachers to customise these schemes to better meet the needs of their class. We recommend the most relevant resources from our extensive library of trusted content, so you can easily supplement and adapt schemes of work without spending hours re-creating lessons or searching for additional resources.   

To find out more about how Pango helps you save time while ensuring your pupils access the best teaching content, explore our schemes, lessons and resources .   

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How to Write a Scheme of Work

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This article was co-authored by Courtney Copriviza . Courtney Copriviza is an Elementary School Teacher based in Maui, HI. Courtney specializes in elementary education, classroom management, and social and emotional development. She holds a BA in Communication with a minor in Urban Education and an MA in Teaching from Santa Clara University. Courtney has also taught high school in Madrid, Spain. She is a member of Kappa Delta Pi International Honors Society in Education. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 476,463 times.

A scheme of work is a plan for instructors to outline what they will teach during an academic term or period. To write one, check to see if your institution has a template or specific requirements. Otherwise, look online or draft your own. Review course materials, set up academic objectives, and collaborate with students to plan a schedule that will suit them best. Break down the overall learning experience into unit plans, and plan around conflicts.

Choosing the Format

• For instance, schemes of work are available on Click Teaching, a teaching resource website that teachers can subscribe to for approximately $50 a year.

• “Date” or “Lesson number”, to delineate each interval
• “Topic” (i.e. the overall subject matter of a specific unit)
• “Lesson content”: a brief overview of the lesson planned, which can be broken down into sub-topics
• “Specific objectives”
• “Learning Activities”
• “Resources”
• “Assessment”

Reviewing Course Content

• For instance, two chapters might be devoted to polynomial functions, while differential equations might only be covered in one chapter.

• In addition, look into whether the class could benefit from new course materials and updated unit plans of learning.

• Attainable/achievable

• For instance, a teacher may have initially scheduled a brief lecture and note-taking for a lesson on the Cold War, but amends the unit plan to schedule a class discussion instead to defer to the preferences of the class.

Estimating Time Requirements

• For instance, in an introductory Anthropology course, you might plan a week-long unit entitled “The Agricultural Revolution” during which you will teach students about the origins and rise of farming.

• For example, a unit like WWII in a 20th century history course might be stretched over two weeks instead of one week to accommodate a statutory holiday, and allow for review to ensure that all students are well-versed in this important component of the class.

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To write a scheme of work, start by making a table on a blank document or spreadsheet. Then, label the columns in the table so each one corresponds with a different section of your scheme of work. You should include a "Date" or "Lesson number" column to specify each interval, as well as "Topic," "Lesson Content," "Special Objectives," "Learning Activities," and "Resources" columns. You'll also want an "Assessment" and "Remarks" column that you can fill in later on. For tips on reviewing your course content and estimating the time requirements, keep reading! Did this summary help you? Yes No

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Scheme of work

A scheme of work is a plan that defines work to be done in the classroom.

Involving learners in defining a scheme of work, whether for a short project or a long course, is an important step towards motivation and involvement.

Example Before starting a project, a group works on defining a scheme of work for it.

In the classroom Questions to ask learners for a scheme of work include: What are your aims? What do you want to produce? Who is going to do what? What resources do you need? How long is it going to take?

Further links: https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/article/course-planning https://www.teachingenglish.org.uk/article/project-work-teenagers

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Be sure-footed, militant and keep your eye on the prize when building a scheme of work

I am very fortunate in that I get to talk to a lot of heads of department and science teachers across England. Almost all of them have been busy building and improving their resources, mostly for key stage 3, and often from scratch. This work is crucially important, but is also tremendously difficult.

There are a few common themes I’ve noticed, and a number of emerging trends that I think are mistakes when building a scheme of work. With teacher workload a vital consideration, it is crucial we get this right. Here are some suggested solutions for the highest-frequency issues as I see them.

1. Spend time on the things that matter

Science teachers across the country are being asked to write intent statements for their science curriculums: why do we teach science and what is the point of our curriculum? Worthy though these questions are, England’s National Curriculum already answers them , and similar documentation exists for the Curriculum for Wales and Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence (CfE) . And Ofsted has tried to direct leaders away from such activities . Furthermore, I think many of these discussions don’t result in much practical difference: the resources, lesson activities or core content don’t change accordingly.

Science teachers across the country are being asked to write intent statements for their science curriculums: why do we teach science and what is the point of our curriculum? Worthy though these questions are, England’s National Curriculum already answers them, and similar documentation exists for the Curriculum for Wales and Scotland’s Curriculum for Excellence (CfE). And Ofsted has tried to direct leaders away from such activities. Furthermore, I think many of these discussions don’t result in much practical difference: the resources, lesson activities or core content don’t change accordingly.

Perhaps the issue here is one of time and opportunity cost. Yes, have these discussions, but don’t let them drag on or take significant amounts of time away from department activities that can make a bigger difference in the classroom.

2. Teach once, revisit often

Pick a lesson that is taught roughly halfway through year 7, for example. It might be something to do with friction, ribosomes or common acids and alkalis. Next, go through the rest of the curriculum up till the end of year 9, looking to see where that content is revisited. If it comes up once in an end of year exam, and not again, it’s almost guaranteed your students will forget it. Without regular and sustained retrieval practice , your students are guaranteed to forget what you have taught them.

Pick a lesson that is taught roughly halfway through year 7, for example. It might be something to do with friction, ribosomes or common acids and alkalis. Next, go through the rest of the curriculum up till the end of year 9, looking to see where that content is revisited. If it comes up once in an end of year exam, and not again, it’s almost guaranteed your students will forget it. Without regular and sustained retrieval practice, your students are guaranteed to forget what you have taught them.

Instead, schedule multiple opportunities into your teaching calendar to actively revisit and retrieve everything you teach.

3. Be militant and organised

Science curriculums have a magnetic habit of accumulating documents and files. Teachers rewrite a worksheet, and save it in the folder with their initials. Teachers download a worksheet from an online provider, and save it in the folder. Teachers tweak a slide deck, and save it in the folder. Leaders write curriculum maps, overviews, short-term plans, long-term plans and more. All these files build up and can become difficult for teachers to navigate. Which resource should I use? Which slide should I use? Do I need to read all these files before I can teach this course?

No, you don’t. Be militant with folder curation. Don’t allow things to build up, and ensure there is one high-quality resource per topic for everyone. Teachers might want to tailor it for their own groups, and that’s fine, but then it should be saved elsewhere. As a leader, actively cut down on the number of policy documents you have. For policy documents, think about the most important things you want people to read, get it onto no more than one side of an A4 and leave it at that.

4. Be specific about what needs to be taught

A lot of time is spent making resources, but less time tends to be spent agreeing precisely what content the resources should communicate. A teacher might receive a lesson topic like oxidation reactions, but exactly what needs to be taught in that lesson is not specified. This leads to variation of teaching, with some teachers electing to teach oxidation of metals, some choosing to focus on rusting, some teaching naming conventions and some looking at combustion reactions.

Instead, be hyper-specific about what is to be taught. Teachers should be able to teach the content how they want, but the content itself shouldn’t vary too much between teachers. If it does, you can’t meaningfully assess a cohort or collaborate on resources, nor give each other advice and tips about how to teach particular units.

Devoting care and attention to your curriculum is one of the most important things you can do as a teacher. Your curriculum is the very substance of the education you offer, and everything you do in the classroom springs from it. That doesn’t mean that all activities are equal, or that spending time on curriculum is good in and of itself. All too often we can spend time on things that are, at best, a waste of time and, at worst, actively damaging. Focusing on these four simple points may help you improve your students’ understanding of science, and you’ll see the job of curriculum improvement as an opportunity, not a chore.

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Components of Scheme of Work and Their Importance

What are the components of scheme of work and their importance to the academic system of the school. A scheme of work is a kind of plan that outlines all the learning to be covered over a given period of time (usually a term or a whole school year).

The scheme of work is usually an interpretation of a specification or syllabus and can be used as a guide throughout the course to monitor progress against the original plan. Schemes of work can be shared with students so that they have an overview of their course.

The ultimate source of the specification or syllabus is a curriculum . Curricula are typically defined by Government and hence by law and/or regulation.

Better schemes of work map out clearly how resources (e.g. books, equipment, time) and class activities (e.g. teacher-talk, group work, practicals, discussions) and assessment strategies will be used to teach each topic and assess students’ progress in learning the material associated with each topic, unit and the scheme of work as a whole.

As students progress through the scheme of work, there is an expectation that their perception of the interconnections between topics and units will be enhanced. Schemes of work may include times and dates (deadlines) for delivering the different elements of the curriculum.

Having discussed extensively what scheme of work could mean and the essence of it in relations to the curriculum and the school as a whole, let us identify some of the components of scheme of work and their importance:

Lesson Sequence

The procedure is the step-by-step guide for the lesson. It should show the progress of the lesson. This means it tells what should be taught first and what should be taught second accordingly till the last activity of the lesson. Using the same topic as above with ESA methodology, a simple procedure may be as follow.

First, get students to think in English about what they like to do. Second, ask students questions like what they ate yesterday. Third, filling the blank activity about student’s dinner yesterday. By looking at the procedure of the lesson plan, the teacher should be able to know what to do at each stage of the class.

Write what you expect your students will do by the end of the lesson e.g. by the end of the lesson, students will be able to pronounce, identify, put words in sentences, change into passive, compare, answer, use, match, etc. or any verbs that can be observable and measurable in the classroom.

Preparatory Explanation 

Revise the previous lesson, check homework orally, correct common mistakes, etc. or any other activity that can activate students and prepare them to receive the new material.

Presentation

Present the new material using the suitable techniques, and write the procedures that you will follow to explain the new material.

It is the work done by the students whether it is controlled, guided, or free. Students answer some exercises based on the material presented. These exercises are often there in the set book.

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Time Management

Time management is very important in the lesson plan since teachers have limited time to cover the materials. The teacher must plan their class time carefully, so they don’t run out of time or finish the class too early. For example, a 50-minutes ESL class using ESA methodology can be arranged as follow. 10 minutes on the engage phase, 20 minutes on the study phase, and 20 minutes on the activate phase. It can be broken down into more if necessary.

Write some sentences on the board or distribute printed papers to see whether the objectives were achieved or not and to check whether students learned or not according to the objectives. If not, you should reteach the lesson using different techniques.

Importance of Scheme of Work

Here are the importance or the benefits of the importance of the scheme of work in the education system:

• It Activates Background Knowledge

Set the stage by tapping into your students’ background knowledge—previous life experiences, prior learning, or both—to prepare them for the new concept you’re about to introduce. The point is to make connections between what your students already know and what you’re going to teach them.

• It Helps You Know Your Class Objectives

What exactly do you want your students to be able to do by the end of the lesson? This should be clearly communicated to your students verbally at the very beginning of the lesson and posted in a highly visible location in your classroom.

• It Instructs

This is the “meat” of your lesson plan. It’s where you present the new concept that is included in the lesson objectives. Prepare your students for success by pre-teaching key vocabulary words that are essential to understanding the concept or text you will introduce to them.

When students know these key words in advance, they can focus more of their energy on learning the concept or understanding the text.

• It Helps You Realize Your Materials

What will you need to teach this lesson? This includes student supplies as well as your own. Don’t forget about technology such as your document camera and laptop.

Make sure you have everything situated so you’re ready to roll when your students arrive. You don’t want to be scrambling around in the middle of a lesson trying to locate the protractors which you  thought  were in that bottom cabinet, only to realize at the last minute they’re not there.

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How to plan an effective scheme of work

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Writing a Scheme of Work/Learning

As a trainee or ECT you will be asked, at some point, to write a "sequence of learning", "scheme of work" or "scheme of learning"... but what actually goes into one?

Some schools refer to these as schemes of work, others schemes of learning. Personally, I prefer the latter as this reminds you, as a teacher, that everything you do is about the learning that takes place in your classroom rather than what the students will produce.

What is a Scheme of Learning?

A scheme of learning, in short, is an overview or a long-term plan for what you aim to teach in a particular subject across a term or an academic year. It’s a road map for where you want to go and the steps you will need to take in order to get there. The website EdPlace has an article aimed at homeschoolers which gives a great overview and introduction to what a scheme of learning is and what could be in it, you can read that here .

What goes into a Scheme of Learning?

Aside from the labelling of your Scheme of Learning with the subject, key stage, year group and unit title there are many things that can go into a Scheme of Learning. There is no one defined layout or template and all schools will do this slightly differently. That being said, there will be a number of similar items that go into one.

Unit Overview

In the overview of your Scheme of Learning, you will want to write about what it is the unit of work is all about. What topic are students learning? What skills are they learning through the unit? What will they be creating and what will they learn as a result? Remember that you need to discuss skills and knowledge here.

Prior Learning

What prior learning do students have about this particular topic or the skills they will be developing? You will need to look at the previous Key Stage information here too. For example, when writing my Key Stage 3 Computer Science Scheme of Learning for Networks, I refer back to Key Stage 2 where students should be taught to understand computer networks including the internet; how they can provide multiple services, such as the world wide web; and the opportunities they offer for communication and collaboration and use this as part of my prior learning. When writing a Key Stage 4 unit, I would look back at Key Stage 3, for example, in Year #, students study networking in the unit ****. This enables you to really think about what students might already know about the knowledge and skills you want students to gain in your current unit, building on their previous knowledge and skills.

Links to Future Learning

Here you again need to look at the National Curriculum for the next Key Stage and include that information within your links to future learning, as well as future learning within your own school. You should also reference A Level study in your subject in this section and explain how the knowledge and skills students are learning now help prepare them for A Level study. If you are writing an A Level Scheme of Learning, you should discuss how this unit prepares them for further study in your subject.

Key Vocabulary

Next, you need to consider the vocabulary that students will develop as a result of studying this particular unit. David Didau is a great person to read when it comes to vocabulary. Vocabulary can be usefully divided into 3 tiers:

Tier 1 – high frequency in spoken language (table, slowly, write, horrible)

Tier 2 – high frequency in written texts (gregarious, beneficial, required, maintain)

Tier 3 – subject specific, academic language (osmosis, trigonometry, onomatopoeia)

We don’t need to worry about tier 1 – pupils usually arrive knowing the basics and if not they will quickly pick them up in conversation with their peers.

SMSC & British Values

I have written previously about exemplifying SMSC, which you can read here , but in essence, your Scheme of Learning needs to detail how the learning in this unit develops students' social, moral, spiritual and cultural education. You should also discuss how you are promoting fundamental British values (where possible) within your scheme. Guidance from the DFE states that schools should promote the fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance of those with different faiths and beliefs. Actively promoting the values means challenging opinions or behaviours in school that are contrary to fundamental British values.

Gatsby Benchmark 4 Careers Curriculum Learning

Every young person needs high-quality career guidance to make informed decisions about their future. Good career guidance is a necessity for social mobility: those young people without significant social capital or home support to draw upon have the most to gain from high-quality career guidance. You can read more about the Gatsby Benchmarks here . When writing your Scheme of Learning, think about how the skills and knowledge they are learning prepares them for the world of work. The Prospects website is a great place to get information about potential career paths which can help you link your curriculum to the world of work.

Enrichment Opportunities

It is also a good idea to list out any enrichment opportunities such as trips or guest speakers in this section with a brief description of how this links in to the learning that takes place in the unit.

Planning the lessons

Once you have all the "background" information completed, it is then time to begin thinking about your lesson content. Again, there is no one right way to do this, some schools have a template for all subjects to use, others don't.

The first thing to do is to work out how many lessons you are planning for and then look at how you can split up your topic based upon that.

I find that landscape tables are often the best way to lay out Schemes of Learning (again, personal preference!)

I start with a column for the week/lesson. In Key Stage 3, we have one lesson per week in my subject, in Key Stage 4 there are 3 per week. Therefore, in Key Stage 3, I simply number the rows according to the number of weeks. In Key Stage 4, I would write 1:1, 1:2, 1:3 and so on to indicate the week:lesson. This then helps me to break down the topic I am teaching and look at the consistent skills students need to learn through out. It also helps me to think about when and how I will assessing the knowledge and skills students have gained through the unit (you obviously need to ensure that you are following your school's policy on this too!).

Once I've listed out the number of weeks/lessons, I then start a second column (in my school this is labelled "sequence of learning") which refers to the overall topic, not the learning objectives, that will be covered in the lesson. Followed then by a third column which indicates the Learning Objectives/Outcomes. This will include the overall learning objective, followed by the surface and deep learning. For example:

LO: Understand what a mind map is

Surface Learning: Be able to understand what a mind map is and how it is used.

Deep Learning: Be able to create a mind map that is actually useful

After that, it's on to the brief overview of the lesson. Ideally, this should enable someone to see exactly what will go on in your lesson. Or, would allow someone to plan a lesson based on what you're expecting students to know and understand by the end of it. In this section, I will include a link to the specific PowerPoint presentation and/or resources that I will use from my Google Drive, followed by the "starter" (we call these "ready to learn"), and then what I expect from specific groups of students. For example;

Ready to Learn Activity: What is a mind map used for? Challenge: Why might you use a mind map?

HA: explain why mind mapping is an effective way to summarise notes/concepts

MA: describe what a mind map is using key vocabulary

LA: draw a mind map of a topic

SEND: complete a pre-populated example of a mind map with annotations

PP: access to computers and the internet, exposure to new learning techniques

Here, it demonstrates what I expect from the high (HA), middle (MA), low (LA) ability students, how I will support SEND students in general terms - I do not include details of student passports or specific support in this section - and then how my lesson may help pupil premium (PP) students.

The next step is to create a column for the key vocabulary of the lesson so that you can track what Tier 3 vocabulary you are introducing, this will also help you to structure your lesson in a way that uses them throughout and therefore encourages students to use them.

Finally, I then add a column for extended learning/homework which enables me to plan out how students can further develop their knowledge and understanding of the specific topic.

Finally, you will need information on what success looks like and how students will be assessed, along with how they can demonstrate that they have "mastered" the learning. In my setting, we use mastering, developing and emerging as the language for this. For GCSE & A Level courses, these can be the grade descriptor statements linked to the topic, for vocational Level 2 and 3 courses, you can use the LO/markband descriptors to evidence this.

An effective Scheme of Learning:

When writing, ask yourselves these questions about your scheme:

Does it ensure the teachers know exactly what content they are responsible for passing on?

Is enough time devoted to establishing the most fundamental skills and representations which underpin successful teaching of the content?

Does it ensure a consistent approach to vocabulary, models and representations so that pupils have a coherent experience when moving between teachers?

Is the sequencing of content logical (mathematically, pedagogically sound)?

Are ideas revisited and developed at intervals that minimise the need to re-teach?

Are review, revision and assessment built in at intervals that encourage and enable learners to develop fluency and embed knowledge and skills in their long-term memory?

Does the scheme demonstrate an expectation that pupils will have learned what they have previously been taught?

Jen Brewin, Subject Leader of Mathematics, Huntington School

Links to the Teacher Standards

Writing schemes of learning flows through all of our activity as teachers! When looking at the Teacher standards however, it can specifically fit into the following (it is not limited to these!):

TS2b: Be aware of pupils’ capabilities and their prior knowledge, and plan teaching to build on these

TS2d: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn and how this impacts on teaching

TS3: Demonstrate good subject and curriculum knowledge

TS4c: Set homework and plan other out-of-class activities to consolidate and extend the knowledge and understanding pupils have acquired

TS5a: know when and how to differentiate appropriately, using approaches which enable pupils to be taught effectively

TS6a: Know and understand how to assess the relevant subject and curriculum areas, including statutory assessment requirements

TS6b: Make use of formative and summative assessment to secure pupils’ progress

Further Resources

What is a Scheme of Work? - Twinkl

Schemes of Work Lecture - UKEssays

Hertfordshire Grid for Learning

How to plan an effective scheme of work by Mark Richards

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As a primary school teacher, I believe that schemes of work – used correctly – can liberate teachers and allow them to do what they do best – teach. However too often I’ve encountered the view that buying in a scheme of work is not a good idea. Criticisms include the notion that using a scheme of work is merely ‘rote teaching from a script’, or takes away a teacher’s autonomy.  I’d like to explain why I don’t think this is the case and how, in fact, using a scheme of work can actually release a teacher’s creativity rather than shackle it.

One major issue is that for primary schools there is a sense in which a teacher is “a jack of all trades and master of none’. This is because there are around 12 different subjects which primary school teachers have to teach –  all of which need to be imparted at a high standard, especially when teaching further up the school. Planning what needs to be taught in each of these lessons from scratch is a laborious process that even an experienced teacher can find complex and/or repetitive. What critics of schemes don’t always consider is that when teachers plan lessons from scratch it is often from a mixture of desperate Google searches combined with whatever free materials they find on the internet, followed by shoe-horning that information into a lesson plan. In contrast, a good scheme of work can allow teachers to tailor relevant, well-prepared and up-to-date material in the best way to suit the needs of their individual students.  Such schemes help provide the vital confidence which teachers need to carry the class with them. Embedding a scheme of work at the beginning of term also lets teachers see what the subject expectations are before they start teaching. Teachers can quickly understand what stage students are at, where they need to be and adapt accordingly.  These advantages continue throughout the term too – for example when a different teacher has to take over a class or when a class is cancelled.  In the current global crisis, many schools have said that having schemes in place has been incredibly useful in easing the problems of going backwards and forwards between classroom and on-line teaching. This leads onto the most important point. Using a scheme of work means that you can put your energy and experience into the actual job of teaching – giving the right support at the right time where it is needed, particularly to students who are falling behind. Of course, all of this is not to say that a teacher who wants to plan from scratch should be prevented from doing so, especially if they are an experienced teacher with an area of subject expertise.  My personal view is that using a scheme of work produced by subject experts is an easier, more efficient and effective way of getting what you need to teach under your belt.   It goes without saying that schemes of work can – and often are – easily adapted throughout the year by the teacher to fit their students’ needs.  Many (including myself) supplement them with their own experience and knowledge, which is in itself an exciting part of the teaching journey. Schemes should not be seen as plans set in tablets of stone, but rather that the core, or bedrock, of what you need to teach is there for you. Have you come across the old saying about the importance of the six ‘P’s?  This is usually explained as “Proper planning and preparation prevents poor performance”.  Taking this as relating to students’ as well as teachers’ performance, gives a neat summary of why schemes of work can be a vital part of a teacher’s tool kit.

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Difference Between Curriculum and Scheme of Work

Curriculum and scheme of work is that curriculum refers to the course study, guidelines, lessons, and academic content that have to be taught in a specific course or degree program.

Importance of understanding the difference between Curriculum and Scheme of Work

Understanding the difference between curriculum and scheme of work is crucial for educators, administrators, and policymakers in the field of education.

Here are some key reasons why it is important to grasp this distinction:

• The clarity in Planning: Recognizing the dissimilarity between curriculum and scheme of work helps in effective planning. A curriculum provides the overarching framework, goals, and objectives, while a scheme of work translates that curriculum into a detailed plan with specific learning outcomes, lesson sequences, and assessment strategies. By understanding this difference, educators can develop comprehensive and well-structured plans for teaching and learning.
• Alignment and Consistency: Understanding the relationship between curriculum and scheme of work ensures alignment and consistency in educational practices. A well-designed scheme of work should align with the goals and objectives of the curriculum, ensuring that the intended learning outcomes are met. Inconsistencies between the two can lead to confusion among educators and students, resulting in a lack of coherence in the teaching and learning process.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: Recognizing the difference between curriculum and scheme of work allows for flexibility and adaptability in educational settings. While the curriculum provides a broader framework, the scheme of work can be adjusted and tailored to meet the specific needs and contexts of students and educators. Understanding this distinction empowers educators to make informed decisions and modifications to the scheme of work without deviating from the curriculum’s intended outcomes.
• Effective Assessment and Evaluation: Distinguishing between curriculum and scheme of work is vital for developing appropriate assessment and evaluation strategies. The curriculum outlines the broad goals and objectives, while the scheme of work provides the specific details of teaching and learning activities. By understanding this difference, educators can design assessments that align with the curriculum’s intended outcomes and evaluate students’ progress effectively.
• Communication and Collaboration: Clear understanding of the difference between curriculum and scheme of work facilitates effective communication and collaboration among educators, administrators, and policymakers. When discussing educational practices, having a shared understanding of these terms enables stakeholders to engage in meaningful conversations, provide constructive feedback, and work together towards improving teaching and learning experiences.

Understanding the difference between curriculum and scheme of work is essential for effective planning, alignment, flexibility, assessment, and collaboration in education. It enhances the overall quality of education and ensures that educational goals and objectives are met consistently.

Understanding Curriculum

Understanding curriculum is essential for educators, administrators, and policymakers as it forms the foundation for educational practices.

Here are key aspects to consider when exploring the concept of curriculum:

• Definition: A curriculum refers to a comprehensive plan that encompasses the knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values that students are expected to acquire during their educational journey. It outlines the goals, objectives, content, teaching methods, assessment strategies, and resources needed to facilitate learning.
• Goals and objectives: The overarching aims and specific outcomes that students should achieve.
• Content and subject matter: The knowledge and skills that students are expected to acquire in each subject or discipline.
• Teaching and learning methods: The instructional strategies, pedagogical approaches, and techniques used to deliver the content and facilitate learning.
• Assessment and evaluation strategies: The methods and tools used to assess student progress and determine the effectiveness of teaching and learning.
• Resources and materials: Educational resources, such as textbooks, technology, and supplementary materials, are required to support teaching and learning.
• Needs assessment: Identifying the needs, interests, and priorities of students, teachers, and the community to inform curriculum development.
• Design and planning: Defining the curriculum’s goals, objectives, content, and learning experiences, considering educational standards and best practices.
• Implementation: Putting the curriculum into practice through instructional activities, resource allocation, and teacher training.
• Evaluation and review: Assessing the effectiveness of the curriculum, gathering feedback from stakeholders, and making necessary revisions or improvements.
• Subject-centered curriculum: Emphasizes specific subjects or disciplines and their content.
• Learner-centered curriculum: Focuses on the needs, interests, and abilities of individual learners.
• Problem-based curriculum: Promotes learning through real-world problem-solving and application of knowledge.
• Competency-based curriculum: Emphasizes the acquisition of specific skills and competencies.
• Curriculum and Society: The development of a curriculum is influenced by societal factors such as cultural, social, and economic contexts. A curriculum should be responsive to the needs of the society it serves, preparing students to become active and engaged members of their communities.

Understanding a curriculum involves grasping its definition, recognizing its components, and being aware of the curriculum development process. By understanding curriculum, educators can design effective learning experiences, align instructional practices with intended outcomes, and foster meaningful educational experiences for students.

Understanding the Scheme of Work

Understanding the concept of a scheme of work is crucial for educators as it provides a practical framework for implementing the curriculum.

Here are key aspects to consider when exploring the concept of a scheme of work:

• Definition: A scheme of work refers to a detailed plan that breaks down the curriculum into manageable units, providing a structured outline of what will be taught, how it will be taught, and when it will be taught. It translates the broader curriculum into specific learning activities and sequences them over a designated period.
• Sequencing: Determining the logical order and progression of topics to optimize student learning.
• Time Allocation: Allocating appropriate time to each topic or unit to ensure coverage within the designated period.
• Differentiation: Considering the diverse needs and abilities of students and incorporating appropriate strategies to address them.
• Assessment and Evaluation: Planning assessments and evaluation methods aligned with the curriculum to measure student progress and achievement.
• Learning Outcomes and Objectives: Clearly defined statements of what students should know, understand, and be able to do as a result of the instruction.
• Lesson Plans and Sequence of Topics: Detailed plans for each lesson, including activities, resources, and instructional strategies.
• Time Allocation and Scheduling: Allocation of time for each topic or unit, considering factors such as instructional hours and academic calendar.
• Teaching Strategies and Activities: Strategies and activities used to engage students in learning, such as lectures, discussions, group work, or practical exercises.
• Assessment and Evaluation Methods: Methods for assessing student progress and evaluating their achievement, including quizzes, tests, projects, or presentations.
• Flexibility and Adaptability: A scheme of work provides a flexible framework that can be adjusted based on the needs of the students and the specific context. It allows teachers to adapt the sequence, activities, or time allocation as necessary to meet the learning needs of their students.
• Relationship with Curriculum: A scheme of work is derived from the broader curriculum. It aligns with the curriculum’s goals, objectives, and content, ensuring that the intended learning outcomes are addressed. The scheme of work provides the practical implementation of the curriculum, detailing the specific activities and instructional strategies to be used in the classroom.

Understanding the scheme of work is essential for effective curriculum implementation. It provides teachers with a structured plan, guiding them in delivering the curriculum and facilitating student learning. By developing a well-designed scheme of work, educators can ensure that the curriculum is effectively translated into meaningful learning experiences for their students.

Key Differences Between Curriculum and Scheme of Work.

The key differences between the curriculum and scheme of work can be summarized as follows:

• Scope and Level of Detail: The curriculum is a broad framework that outlines the overall goals, objectives, and content of an educational program or course. It provides a high-level overview of what should be taught and learned. In contrast, a scheme of work is a more detailed plan that breaks down the curriculum into specific units or lessons, providing a structured sequence of topics, activities, and assessments.
• Timeframe and Flexibility: The curriculum is typically long-term and encompasses the entire duration of an educational program or course. It sets the overall direction and learning outcomes. A scheme of work, on the other hand, is more short-term and specific, covering a designated period, such as a term or academic year. It provides a flexible framework that allows for adjustments and adaptations based on student needs, progress, and contextual factors.
• Curriculum as a Broader Framework: The curriculum serves as a comprehensive framework that guides the overall educational program or course. It encompasses various components, such as goals, objectives, content, teaching methods, and assessment strategies. It provides a coherent vision and guides decision-making regarding what should be taught and learned. In contrast, a scheme of work is a practical tool derived from the curriculum. It focuses on the specific implementation of the curriculum, providing detailed plans, timelines, and instructional strategies.
• Scheme of Work as a Detailed Plan: A scheme of work is a detailed plan that translates the broader curriculum into specific teaching and learning activities. It outlines the sequence of topics, lesson plans, resources, and assessment methods. It provides guidance for teachers in delivering the curriculum effectively and ensuring the coverage of content within a specific timeframe. The scheme of work adds the necessary detail and structure to facilitate day-to-day instruction.
• Relationship Between Curriculum and Scheme of Work: The scheme of work is derived from the curriculum and is intended to align with its goals, objectives, and content. The scheme of work serves as a practical implementation tool, ensuring that the curriculum is effectively delivered and learning outcomes are achieved. It provides a bridge between the broader curriculum and the classroom instruction.

While the curriculum provides the overall framework and direction for an educational program, the scheme of work translates that framework into specific plans, activities, and assessments for a designated timeframe. The curriculum is broader and long-term, whereas the scheme of work is more detailed and short-term. Both are essential elements in the educational process, with the curriculum guiding the overall vision and the scheme of work providing practical implementation.

Examples and Case Studies

Examples and case studies can provide practical insights into the difference between curriculum and scheme of work.

Here are a few examples and a case study to illustrate their application:

• High School Mathematics Curriculum: This curriculum may include goals such as developing mathematical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and understanding algebraic concepts. It outlines the content areas to be covered, such as number systems, geometry, and statistics. The curriculum also specifies the teaching and learning methods, assessment strategies, and available resources to support instruction.
• Grade 4 Science Scheme of Work: This scheme of work is derived from the science curriculum for the fourth grade. It breaks down the curriculum into specific units, such as states of matter, electricity, and ecosystems. Each unit includes a sequence of lessons, learning objectives, instructional activities, and suggested assessment methods. The scheme of work also provides a timeline for covering each unit within the academic year.
• Case Study: Alignment of Curriculum and Scheme of Work Scenario: A school is implementing a new curriculum for English language instruction. The curriculum emphasizes developing reading comprehension, writing skills, and oral communication. The school aims to align the scheme of work with the curriculum to ensure effective implementation

Case Study Details:

• The school holds professional development sessions for teachers to familiarize them with the curriculum’s goals, objectives, and content.
• Teachers collaborate to develop a scheme of work that breaks down the curriculum into units, lessons, and activities.
• The scheme of work aligns with the curriculum by clearly stating the learning outcomes, selecting appropriate instructional strategies, and mapping assessments to the curriculum’s objectives.
• The scheme of work is reviewed and refined based on feedback from teachers, administrators, and student performance data.
• Throughout the academic year, teachers follow the scheme of work, regularly assessing student progress, and making adjustments to instruction as needed.

Outcome: The alignment between the curriculum and scheme of work ensures that teachers have a clear plan for implementing the curriculum effectively. It provides coherence in instruction, promotes consistent learning experiences across classrooms, and supports the achievement of the curriculum’s intended learning outcomes.

By examining examples and case studies, educators and stakeholders can better understand how the curriculum and e of gaininginger to guide teaching and learning in various educational contexts. These examples demonstrate how the curriculum sets the broader goals and objectives, while the scheme of work translates them into practical plans for instruction, ensuring alignment and effective implementation.

Comparison chart

This comparison chart highlights the distinct characteristics of the curriculum and scheme of work, showcasing their respective roles, scopes, levels of detail, timeframes, and flexibility. Understanding these differences helps educators and stakeholders effectively utilize both elements to support quality teaching and learning experiences.

Role of Curriculum and Scheme of Work in Education

The curriculum and scheme of work play crucial roles in education, supporting effective teaching and learning experiences.

Here are the key roles of each:

Role of Curriculum:

• Guiding Framework: The curriculum serves as a guiding framework that sets the direction, goals, and objectives of an educational program or course. It provides a cofrent vision of what students should learn and the desired outcomes.
• Ensuring Quality Education: The curriculum ensures the delivery of quality education by defining the essential knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values that students should acquire. It helps maintain consistency and standards across different classrooms, schools, or educational systems.
• Providing Content Structure: The curriculum outlines the content and subject matter to be covered, ensuring a well-rounded education. It defines the scope and sequence of topics, promoting a comprehensive understanding of the subject areas.
• Informing Assessment and Evaluation: The curriculum provides guidance for developing appropriate assessment methods and evaluation strategies. It helps educators align assessments with the intended learning outcomes and ensures that student progress is measured effectively.
• Promoting Progression and Continuity: The curriculum supports students’ progression from one educational level to another by providing a clear pathway of knowledge and skills development. It ensures continuity and coherence in the learning process.

Role of Scheme of Work:

• Practical Implementation: The scheme of work translates the curriculum into a practical plan for day-to-day instruction. It breaks down the curriculum into specific units, lessons, and activities, guiding teachers on how to deliver the content effectively.
• Sequencing and Time Management: The scheme of work determines the logical sequence and order of topics to be taught, ensuring a progressive and organized learning experience. It allocates time for each topic, facilitating effective time management within the designated timeframe.
• Differentiation and Adaptation: The scheme of work considers the diverse needs and abilities of students. It provides opportunities for differentiation by suggesting various instructional strategies, resources, and activities that can be adapted to meet individual student needs.
• Resource and Material Planning: The scheme of work helps identify and plan the necessary resources, materials, and teaching aids needed to support instruction. It ensures that teachers have access to the appropriate resources to deliver the curriculum effectively.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: The scheme of work allows for ongoing monitoring and evaluation of student progress. It provides a basis for assessing whether the intended learning outcomes are being achieved and helps identify areas that may require further attention or modification.

The curriculum provides the overarching framework, goals, and objectives, while the scheme of work translates that framework into practical plans for instruction . Both are essential in providing a structured and coherent educational experience, ensuring q,uality educatio,  and supporting effective teaching and learning.

Understanding the difference between curriculum and scheme of work is crucial for educators and educational stakeholders. While the curriculum provides the overall framework and direction for an educational program, the scheme of work translates that framework into specific plans, activities, and assessments for a designated timeframe. The curriculum sets the goals, objectives, and content, while the scheme of work guides the practical implementation of the curriculum, providing a detailed plan for day-to-day instruction.

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In the dynamic world of education, the Scheme of Work (SOW) holds a pivotal role in ensuring effective teaching and learning processes. In the Kenyan context, the Kenyan Institute of Curriculum Development ( KICD ) provides the framework within which schemes of work are developed and implemented. Schemes of work are comprehensive documents that guide educators through the curriculum, ensuring that the syllabus is well-structured and that the educational goals are met. In this article, we will delve into the meaning and significance of a Scheme of Work, with a specific focus on the KICD curriculum designs . We will also provide links to access SOWs for various subjects and grades from the Elimu Library website.

Understanding the Scheme of Work

A Scheme of Work is a systematic and organized plan that outlines the objectives, content, teaching methods, resources, and assessments for a specific subject and class. It acts as a roadmap for teachers, offering a detailed overview of what needs to be covered throughout an academic year. In the Kenyan educational context, the SOW is an essential component in the effective delivery of the curriculum and the attainment of educational objectives. The KICD, which is responsible for curriculum development and review in Kenya, plays a crucial role in ensuring that SOWs align with the national curriculum.

The Significance of a Scheme of Work

Alignment with Curriculum Objectives : One of the primary reasons for the existence of a Scheme of Work is to ensure alignment with curriculum objectives. The KICD, in collaboration with subject experts and educators, develops the curriculum framework to guide teaching and learning in Kenya. The SOW, therefore, serves as a tool for translating these broad curriculum objectives into specific plans for each subject and grade.

Structured Learning : SOWs provide a structured approach to teaching. They break down the curriculum into manageable units, making it easier for teachers to plan and deliver lessons. The structure ensures that topics are covered in a logical sequence, facilitating a smooth flow of learning throughout the year.

Resource Planning : SOWs help in resource planning by specifying the materials and resources required for teaching and learning. This ensures that teachers have access to the necessary instructional materials, books, and technology to enhance the learning experience.

Assessment and Evaluation : A well-prepared SOW includes assessments and evaluations, allowing educators to gauge student progress. It provides a framework for continuous assessment, regular tests, and exams, ensuring that teachers have a clear plan for measuring student performance.

Time Management : SOWs are designed to fit within the allocated teaching time, enabling educators to manage the school calendar effectively. It ensures that every topic is covered within the stipulated time, reducing the risk of syllabus gaps.

Flexibility : While SOWs provide structure, they also offer flexibility for educators to adapt their teaching methods based on the needs and abilities of their students. This flexibility allows teachers to employ different instructional approaches, fostering a more inclusive and engaging learning environment.

The KICD Curriculum Designs

The Kenyan Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) is responsible for developing and reviewing curricula for all levels of education in Kenya. KICD's role extends to ensuring that SOWs align with these curricula, promoting effective teaching and learning. The curriculum in Kenya is designed to be responsive to the ever-evolving educational needs of the country. As of my last knowledge update in September 2021, the KICD curriculum designs include the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) for basic education and various curricula for tertiary institutions.

Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC) : The CBC is the latest curriculum introduced in Kenya, designed to shift the focus from rote memorization to a more holistic approach that emphasizes skills and competencies. It covers Early Years Education (EYE), Grade 1 to Grade 6, Junior School and Senior Secondary Education (SSE) in high school.

8-4-4 Curriculum : The 8-4-4 curriculum was the previous curriculum in Kenya, comprising 8 years of primary education, 4 years of secondary education, and 4 years of university or vocational training. As of 2021, it was being phased out in favor of the CBC.

TVET Curriculum : The Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) curriculum provides hands-on skills training for various trades and professions.

University and College Curricula : Universities and colleges in Kenya develop their curricula, subject to the regulations set by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and other relevant bodies.

Accessing Schemes of Work for Various Subjects and Grades

To access Schemes of Work that align with the KICD curriculum designs, the Elimu Library website is a valuable resource. This platform provides a wealth of educational materials, including SOWs, which can be easily accessed and downloaded.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to access SOWs from the Elimu Library:

Visit the Elimu Library Website : Go to https://www.elimulibrary.com .

Select "Schemes of Work" : Browse the website and locate the "Schemes of Work" section. You will find it under a similarly named link or tab on the homepage.

Choose Your Subject and Grade : Within the "Schemes of Work" section, you should find a list of subjects and grades. Select the subject and grade level for which you want to access the SOW.

Download the Schemes of Work : Once you've chosen the subject and grade, you'll see a list of available SOWs. Click on the one you need to download. The schemes of work are typically provided in MS Word format, making it easy to view and print.

Ensure that you verify the current status and accessibility of SOWs on the Elimu Library website, as well as any updates or changes in the curriculum and curriculum designs from the KICD.

In conclusion, a Scheme of Work (SOW) is a fundamental tool for educators in Kenya, helping them navigate the intricacies of the curriculum, adhere to the KICD's curriculum designs, and provide quality education to their students. The KICD plays a crucial role in ensuring that SOWs are in harmony with the national curriculum objectives. By providing a structured approach to teaching, facilitating resource planning, and enabling effective assessment and evaluation, SOWs contribute to the enhancement of the education system in Kenya.

The availability of SOWs on platforms like the Elimu Library website further empowers educators by providing easy access to these essential resources. By making SOWs accessible, educators can focus on delivering quality education that aligns with the KICD curriculum designs and helps students develop the skills and competencies needed for success in the 21st century.

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Work Education: Meaning, Importance, Skills, Objectives

Pallavi Pradeep Purbey ,

Mar 4, 2024

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Work education provides students with exposure to social and economic activities inside and outside the classroom. It helps them understand and build skills related to work education which will help them uplift themselves and be independent.

Work Education comprises activities consisting of services, foods, and community development in various areas of human needs such as health and hygiene, food, clothing, recreation, and social service in accordance with the mental abilities and manual skills of children at various stages of education.

Work education results in services valuable to the community, besides the gratification of self-fulfillment. It focuses on building manual characters. The main objective of work education is to ensure a greater sense of worldly knowledge and develop respect for workers among the students.

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What is Work Education?

Why work education, objectives of work education, importance of work education, advantages of work education, list of activities in work education.

Work education is the nature of knowledge that provides an identical significance to the community and social services by creating consciousness for the wellbeing of the people and society. An essential concept of work education is that it has a manual spirit. Therefore, work education plays an emphasis on learning while working in any field.

Below are some features of Work Education.

• Work education provides both knowledge and skills through understandable and graded programs and helps people enter into a world of work.
• It acts as a different curricular area for offering children opportunities for participating in social and economic activities inside and outside the classroom.
• The prolific manual work situations are drawn from health and hygiene, food, shelter, clothing, recreation, and community service.
• The skills to be developed in this field should comprise knowledge, understanding, practical skills, and values throughout need-based life activities.
• Pre-vocational education should get a prominent place at work education to let students choose various activities according to their interests.

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Work Experience has been named as Work Education and thus makes it a fundamental part of education. It develops;

• Personality.
• Positive work values.
• Constructive habits.

Moreover, work education conveys crucial knowledge related to career and develops proper work skills which can help the children to become productive in meeting their day to day activities.

Work Education helps students develop skills like work values, productivity, and self-reliance. In addition, work education allows students to identify their natural interests and aptitudes in selecting suitable courses of study.

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Work education has specific objectives, which are very important to give the right direction to people and the community. It acts as a vital part of the learning process resulting in goods or services considered valuable to the community. Work education focuses on teaching various socially desirable values such as;

Below is the list of objectives of work education.

• Identify the needs of every individual and their family and community concerning food, health, and hygiene to understand the working environment.
• Familiarize oneself with productive activities in the community in various sectors. It helps in gathering information about various activities in society.
• Know the sources of raw materials and understand the use of tools and equipment to produce goods and services by workers. It helps in gathering essential information.
• Develop skills for the assortment, procurement, arrangement, and utilization of tools and materials for different forms of productive work. It also helps in incorporating new skills.
• Develop self-esteem and confidence through accomplishment in productive work and services.
• Develop a deeper opinion for the environment and wisdom of belonging, responsibility, and commitment to society. It helps in developing a sense of belongingness within people.
• Develop reverence for manual work and regard for manual workers in the community to give them the utmost respect.
• Develop work habits such as punctuality, honesty, discipline, efficiency, and dedication to duty.
• Develop self-esteem and self-assurance through achievements in productive works and services in various fields.
• Develop a deeper apprehension for the environment and a sense of belongingness, responsibility, and commitment to society to ensure the community's welfare.
• Develop alertness of socio-economic problems of the society to ensure people about the changes if made.

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Work education is regarded as very important, meaningful, and the ongoing manual work is organized as a vital part of teaching-learning procedures that are functional to society and the satisfaction of doing work. It is essential for all education segments, i.e., primary, secondary, higher secondary, and higher education. Work education can be granted through a well-developed, channeled, and structured program.

Work education is an integral part of education as,

• It helps to bridge the gap between manual workers and white-collar workers in society.
• Work education gives respect to all types of workers in all sectors, and also creates social awareness for the welfare of society.
• It builds coordination in hand actions and brain activities.
• Work education promotes socially useful physical labor by inheriting educational activities in various fields.
• It acts as a necessary and significant factor in learning different activities and the processes to pursue a particular objective.
• Work education is discernible in the form of valuable services and productive work for the community.
• It is associated as a necessary factor with all the aspects of knowledge in a multi-level education system.
• Work education is based on the principle of learning by doing and practicing.

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Work education aids in various factors to the students and the people who are looking to work in varied areas. Students gain a plethora of knowledge about almost every field, and strategies are built on understanding and practicing such education. In addition, students are involved in activities that help them understand the concept of work education.

Below is the list of advantages of work education.

• Work education links classroom learning to the real world and makes students practice various activities.
• Work education gives opportunities to perform skills in real-world scenarios beyond theoretical learning.
• Work education helps students develop soft skills for the better manifestation of gifts.
• Work education gives students a chance to watch professionals in action entitled to work in various activities.
• It helps students associate with potential employers to broaden their network. And it leads to increased student enrollment with varied skills.
• Motivates students to understand and comprehend working areas.
• Work education provides opportunities for individualized instruction to perform skill-based activities. And it gets the community involved by providing an array of exciting work.
• Work education builds a pool of skilled workers to make the empire rise.
• Teaches soft skills that help in maintaining patience while working.
• Work education lowers recruitment costs for employers as there are people who would be highly skilled in a limited number of activities.

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Work education includes activities of services, foods, and community development. It focused on health and hygiene sectors, food, clothing, recreation, and social service in harmony with children's mental abilities and manual skills related to work education. Below is the list of activities any person can enroll themselves in.

• Computer Education
• Drawing and Painting
• Work Experience
• Western Music
• Vocal Music
• Knitting and Stitching
• Gadgets learning
• Western Dance
• Creative Thinking
• General Assembly
• Sports and Games
• English Lab
• Smart Class
• Classical Dance
• Instrumental Music

Work education encourages children to know the needs of themselves, their families, and society. The aim is to build students' personalities to have a successful life by having moral values in their pocket of energy.

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