MoE gives clarity on common core programme (CCP) and BECE
The Ministry of Education following rumours the newly introduced Common Core Programme (CCP) will replace the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) conducted for final-year Junior High School students say the claims are false.
Minister for Education, Dr Yaw Adutwum reacting to the allegation said the BECE administered by the West African Examinations Council will remain the mode of assessment for students who have completed the common core programme.
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Explaining the Common Core programme at a stakeholder meeting with the Private Schools Council, he said the CCP is necessary to ensure that students receive a comprehensive education that prepares them for the 21st century.
The Minister in charge of Education and Bosomtwe Member of Parliament also said the new core programme will provide students with a more holistic education that develops their critical thinking, problem-solving and creativity.
“BECE, on the other hand, remains the primary mode of assessment for students. It is a nationally recognized examination that assesses the academic progress of students in the third year of Junior High School,” Adutwum said
The Education Minister added “implementation of the Common Core Programme does not affect the BECE. Students will still be required to sit for the BECE and their results will determine their progression to senior high school.”
Mr Osei Adutwum, therefore, has encouraged all stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and students, to support the implementation of the Common Core Programme and work towards improving the quality of education in Ghana.
The Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) conducted once each year by the non-profit-making organization (WAEC) is both for certification and selection into Senior High Schools and Technical Institutes in Ghana.
The results of the NATIONAL examination are based on Continuous Assessment and external examination. The Continuous Assessment forms 30% whilst the external examination forms 70% of the total assessment.
Students or candidates in the third year of private and government Junior High Schools in the country approved by the Ghana Education Service (GES) are eligible to register to take part in this West African Council (WAEC) examination.