The changes to Ontario's secondary school curriculum went into effect in the 2021-2022 school year.
Ontario's secondary school curriculum is undergoing major changes, aimed at creating a more equitable, inclusive, and relevant education system.
From eliminating streamed classes to emphasizing real-world skills and mandatory Indigenous content, these updates shake up current education.
Here are 5 major changes that parents and students can expect to see.
The goal of the curriculum changes in Ontario is to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing and increasingly interconnected world, while fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation.
1. Removal of "streamed" classes:
The new curriculum will eliminate the practice of streaming students into academic or applied courses based on their perceived ability or future career plans. This is aimed at creating a more equitable and inclusive education system.
2. Focus on real-world skills:
The updated curriculum emphasizes real-world skills such as financial literacy, coding, and entrepreneurship. This will better prepare students for the rapidly changing job market.
3. Indigenous content:
The new curriculum includes mandatory Indigenous content in all subjects, including history, math, and science. This is a step towards reconciliation and ensuring that Indigenous perspectives and knowledge are integrated into the curriculum.
4. Mental health:
The updated curriculum includes more content on mental health and wellness, with a focus on building resiliency and coping skills. This recognizes the importance of mental health and aims to better support students.
5. Modernization of subjects:
The curriculum will be modernized to reflect current knowledge and trends in subjects such as math, science, and technology. This will help ensure that students are receiving the most relevant and up-to-date information.
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