The Impact of Single National Curriculum (SNC) on Primary Education in Punjab
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of the Single National Curriculum (SNC) on primary education in Punjab, focusing on Faisalabad. The research examines students' achievements in subjects outlined in the SNC and their overall development, including personal, social, and emotional growth, language and literacy skills, basic mathematical concepts, general knowledge, health and hygiene awareness, and creative arts. The study population comprised all schools in Faisalabad, with a sample of 200 primary teachers from Kohinoor, Dground, Peoples Colony, and Abdullah Pur. A descriptive design was employed, utilizing a 26-item questionnaire. Data analysis included mean, standard deviation, frequency, percentage, t-tests, and p-tests. Results revealed that most respondents (80.5%) had over 10 years of teaching experience, and 61.5% were employed in private schools, reflecting diverse teaching environments. Respondents generally reported positive student development across the evaluated domains, with some variations linked to educational contexts. These findings provide insights into the effectiveness of the SNC in fostering holistic student development and highlight the contributions of experienced educators in private-sector institutions.
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