Curriculum

Ms. Theresa Neblett-Skinner is the Curriculum Coordinator of Social Sciences in the Curriculum Planning and Development Division in our Ministry of Education.

Curriculum Officer for Modern Studies, Tobago, Mrs. Kristel Washington-Thom.

The National Curriculum for Lower Secondary school is learner-centred and targets students from, Forms 1-3. At the Form 3 level, students will be assessed for the National Certificate of Secondary Education (N.C.S.E). The N.C.S.E Social Sciences curriculum is broad. The subjects include Social-Studies, History, Religious Education and Geography. The History component examines content, the historical process and skills development. The curriculum facilitates the teaching of the history of Trinidad and Tobago.

Caribbean History is a Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) subject. It promotes the study of the history of the region and a Caribbean perspective. It is organized using both a thematic and topical approach which maintains chronological order. The target group is Forms 4 and 5 students.

The Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) History subject has two units. These are:- Unit 1: The Caribbean in the Atlantic World and Unit 2: Atlantic World and Global Transformations. These units facilitate in-depth historical studies. Sixth Form students usually pursue C.A.P.E History.

Caribbean Studies aims to develop appreciation of the region's culture and society. It achieves this by stimulating interest in various disciplines. These include but are not limited to Cultural Studies, Economics, Politics, History, Geography, Sports and International Relations.

School-Based Assessment (S.B.A) is an important component of the syllabus for the Upper Secondary school level. The S.B.A is crucial as it allows students to develop skills learnt and acquire certain knowledge.