Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011)

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Sustainability Curriculum Integration in Uganda's National Curricula: A Thematic Exploration

Samuel Oketch, Makerere University Business School (MUBS) Elizabeth Mukalabi, Busitema University David Namugenyi, Department of Research, National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18934693
Published: February 10, 2011

Abstract

Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) aims to integrate environmental, social, and economic considerations into curricula worldwide. Uganda's National Curricula have been under scrutiny for their alignment with ESD principles. Qualitative analysis was employed to explore perceptions and practices related to curriculum integration. Focus groups and semi-structured interviews with educators provided insights into current practices and perceived challenges. Educators reported a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability themes, but struggled with incorporating social and economic dimensions effectively, often due to resource limitations and time constraints. Despite notable efforts in environmental education, the integration of social and economic aspects remains underdeveloped in Uganda’s curricula. This hinders comprehensive ESD outcomes. Enhanced teacher training programmes should be prioritised to better equip educators with knowledge and tools for effective curriculum integration across all dimensions of sustainability.

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Samuel Oketch, Elizabeth Mukalabi, David Namugenyi (2011). Sustainability Curriculum Integration in Uganda's National Curricula: A Thematic Exploration. African Coaching Science (Social/Education), Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18934693

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UgandaGeographic EducationSustainabilityMethodological FrameworkQualitative ResearchEnvironmental PedagogyCritical Theory

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