Lecturers’ Retooling in Kenya. A Case of Competency Based Curriculum (CBC)
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Date
2022-12
Authors
Koskei, Benjamin K.
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IJERN
Abstract
Kenya as a country has embarked on curriculum reforms that have seen the introduction of
Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) to replace the Outcome Based Curriculum, which put more
emphasis on examination outcome rather than learner’s competency. The purpose of the study is to
investigate lecturers’ retooling in the case of Competency Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya.
Related literature was reviewed from studies done locally, regionally and internationally concerning
the current curriculum. The research employed descriptive survey design. The researcher used
stratified and purposive random sampling technique. A sample of 200 lecturers took part in the
study. The researcher used questionnaire in collecting data. A pilot study was carried out and a
CronchBach Alpha method was used to determine the reliability of the research instrument. Expert
judgment was employed to determine the validity of the research instrument. The data collected in
the field was analyzed using descriptive and null hypotheses tested at α= 0.05. The finding of this
study revealed that lecturers’ retooling significantly influenced the implementation of the
Competency Based Curriculum. The researcher recommends that there is need of adequate and
effective retooling of facilitators and trainers. It also recommended consistent retooling sessions for
efficient and effective implementation of the curriculum. The researcher also recommends
stakeholders should adequately create a framework for retooling programs on preparing the
lecturers on the paradigm shift from teaching to learning.
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Keywords
Lecturers’ Retooling, Implementation, Competency Based Curriculum
Citation
Koskei, B. K. LECTURERS’RETOOLING IN KENYA. A CASE OF COMPETENCY BASED CURRICULUM (CBC).