Unit 1: Policy understanding through classroom action
Educational policies should not be limited to files and streams of administrative talk. They should be implemented and lived in the classroom. Policy Understanding through Classroom Action aims to implement the intentions of a policy in the teaching and learning process. When teachers interpret and implement policies in their classroom practices, students benefit from equitable, innovative, and inclusive education. This approach connects theory to practice, guaranteeing that the goals of educational reform encompass aspirations as well as achievements. It positions teachers with the authority to enact change as they exemplify the aspirations of the national education policy in all they do in a school day—curriculum implementation, integration of ICT, assessment, and classroom control.
In this unit, you will translate policy statements into practical classroom practices. You will also reflect on how ICT integration in teaching aligns with national education goals. Finally, you will demonstrate ways to implement policy guidelines through lesson planning, assessment, and the use of technology.