Unlocking the CBC Training: TSC Circular Unveils Schedule and Detail
The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has rolled out a comprehensive plan for the training of Grade 7 Junior Secondary School (JSS) teachers in the Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) and Competency Based Assessment (CBA).
The circular, dated October 2 to 13, 2023, lays out a strategic approach to retooling educators, ensuring a seamless transition to the CBC framework.
Smart Cascade Training Approach
The training paradigm adopts a smart cascade approach, dividing the process into three key stages:
- Master Trainers’ Session (October 2-4):
- Location: Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE)
- Participants: Drawn from TSC, KICD, KNEC, KEMI, CEMASTEA, MoE, KISE, and TTCs.
- Trainers of Trainers (TOTs) Training (October 6-7):
- Location: Teacher Training Colleges (TTCs) and County select sites
- Participants: Recruited from CSOs, TTC Teacher Educators, MoE QAS, and TSC SCDs.
- Subject Clusters Retooling (October 9-13):
- Location: TTCs and county-selected locations
- Participants: Teachers specializing in languages, science, mathematics, humanities, and technical courses.
Capacity Enhancement Activities
To enhance teacher capacity, a series of activities will be carried out:
- Master Trainers’ Role:
- Train TOTs (Curriculum Support Officers, Teacher Educators, TSC sub-county Directors, and MoE Quality Assurance Officers) for 2 days.
- TOTs’ Responsibility:
- Conduct face-to-face training for teachers over 5 days.
- Master Trainers provide expert assistance during teacher training.
Residential and Non-Residential Aspects
The training exercise will be residential for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL), including Mandera, Lamu, Wajir, Garissa, Tanariver, Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu, Turkana, Marsabit, and West Pokot.
For non-ASAL regions, the training will be non-residential.
The venues for both categories will be TTCs and selected locations within the county.
Financial Implications: TSC Circular on Payments
The TSC has released a circular detailing payment rates for various participants attending CBC training.
The breakdown includes:
1. Curriculum Support Officers (CSO) and CBC Champions:
- Travel Expenses Reimbursement:
- CSO: Up to Kshs. 1000
- Champions: Up to Kshs. 800
- Venue and Meals Coverage:
- Venue costs and meals (2 teas and lunch) at Kshs. 400 per day for 3 days.
- Stationery at Kshs. 100 per participant.
- Daily Subsistence Allowance:
- Kshs. 3000 per participant for 4 days.
2. Zonal Training for Teachers and Headteachers:
- Travel Expenses for Teachers:
- Reimbursement of Kshs. 300 per day.
- Facilitation Allowance for CSOs and CBC Champions:
- Kshs. 1000 per day for 5 days.
- Accommodation Costs:
- Kshs. 1000 per day for 5 days.
- Common Lunch and Stationery:
- Lunch at Kshs. 400 per day per participant.
- Stationery at Kshs. 100 per participant.
- Fuel Allowance:
- Kshs. 5000 per vehicle for a maximum of 2 vehicles per county and 3 vehicles for counties hosting the Regional Director.
- Lunch Allowance for Officials:
- Up to Kshs. 1500 per day for 5 days.
In Conclusion
The TSC’s meticulous approach to CBC training ensures that educators are adequately equipped to navigate the intricacies of the Competency Based Curriculum.
The smart cascade training model, coupled with detailed financial provisions, reflects a commitment to a seamless transition and underscores the significance of CBC in shaping the future of education in Kenya.
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