Kenya's education system has been criticised for being overly exam-focused, emphasizing grades over true understanding.
But as the country transitions from the 8-4-4 system to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC), a growing debate has emerged on whether the new model adequately challenges students at different cognitive levels.
Harrison Agosa, an education expert, argues that understanding the cognitive demands of subjects is crucial in shaping the new curriculum. "Many parents and students focus on the required grade without asking about the intellectual demand of a course," he says.
According to him, in an education system shifting from exam-centeredness to curriculum content, all stakeholders must rigorously understand educational objectives and learning outcomes.
