MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCEINFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2) SYLLABUS
2015-2022
MINISTRY OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATIONZIMBABWE
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MINISTRY OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY EDUCATIONZIMBABWE
MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE
INFANT (EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT - GRADE 2)
SYLLABUS
2015-2022
Curriculum Development Unit © All Rights ReservedP.O.BOX MP133 2015Mount PleasantHarare
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.0 Preamble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.2 Rationale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.3 Summary of Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.4 Assumptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.5 Cross Cutting Themes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2.0 Presentation of the Syllabus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3.0 Aims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
4.0 Syllabus Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
5.0 Methodology and Time Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
5.1 Methodology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
5.2 Time Allocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
6.0 Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
7.0 Scope and Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
8.0 Competency Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
9.0 Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
9.1 Assessment Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
9.2 Scheme of Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
9.3 Assessment Criteria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
9.4 Assessment Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education wishes to acknowledge the followingfor their valid contributions in the production of this syllabus:
l Mathematics and Science Panelists;
l Representatives of the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education Science andTechnology Development;
l Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC);
l University of Zimbabwe – Department of Science and Mathematics Education;
l Publishers;
l United Nations International Children`s Emergency Fund (UNICEF);
l United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
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1.0 PREAMBLE
1.1 IntroductionThe Infant Mathematics and Science syllabus document covers one of the seven learning areasin the infant school curriculum. This syllabus involves mathematical and scientific learningthrough practical activities such as matching, ordering, measuring, classifying and identifyingamongst others. This learning phase seeks to give learners an appreciation of Mathematicsand Science as learning areas in their education and to equip them with life skills throughdiscovery and problem solving. The syllabus is also designed to enable a smooth transitionfrom Infant to Junior school learning. The learners will be assessed through continuousassessment.
1.2 Rationale
The aim is to enable the learners to understand mathematical and scientific concepts as theyare central to most facets of everyday life and enterprise skills. The learning area cuts acrossmany fields of endeavor and this will help the learners to understand and apply these conceptsin those fields and in the job market. The syllabus promotes problem solving, innovativeness,confidence and self actualisation.
1.3 Summary of ContentThe syllabus is designed to cover the first four years of Infant Education in Mathematics andScience, which will form the basis for Junior Education for all learners. The content to becovered will include identifying, classifying, comparing, numbering, ordering and measuring ofobjects. The learners will be exposed to mathematical and scientific language. The syllabuswill enable learners to manipulate objects and interact with their environment.
1.4 AssumptionsIt is assumed that the learners:
➢ can group objects according to colour, size and shape;
➢ can use their senses;
➢ can identify objects in their environment;
➢ can share;
➢ can make simple patterns;
➢ know that buying and selling takes place;
➢ know time such as morning, afternoon and evening.
1.5 Cross Cutting ThemesMathematics and science learning will encompass and have a universal thrust on the followingcross cutting themes:
➢ Financial literacy
➢ Collaboration
➢ HIV and AIDS
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➢ Heritage studies
➢ Children’s Constitutional Rights and Responsibilities
➢ Gender
➢ ICT
➢ Environmental issues
➢ Disaster Risk management
2.0 PRESENTATION OF THE SYLLABUS
The Mathematics and Science syllabus is a single document covering Infant Education i.e.ECD A, ECD B, Grade 1 and 2. It constitutes Preamble, Aims, Objectives, Topics, Scope andSequence, Competency matrix and Assessment. The scope and sequence chart shows theprogression of topics from ECD ̀ A’ to Grade 2. The competency matrix shows the breadth anddepth of content to be covered. Inclusive in this syllabus, is a list of resources to be used duringteaching and learning.
3.0 AIMS
The syllabus aims to enable learners to:
3.1 develop and show a positive attitude towards Mathematics and Science;
3.2 progress smoothly from Infant to Junior Primary school learning;
3.3 use and communicate mathematical and scientific information to develop criticalthinking and problem solving skills;
3.4 acquire mathematical and scientific concepts and skills for use as tools in life.
3.5 develop sound mathematical and scientific skills that will enable them to interactmore meaningfully with their environment;
3.6 develop an awareness of the importance of culture in the learning of Mathematicsand Science;
3.7 develop psycho-social skills such as self-control and free expression of emotionsand contribute to the holistic development of the learner.
4.0 SYLLABUS OBJECTIVES
Learners should be able to:
4.1. use mathematical and scientific terms;
4.2 carry out calculations accurately;
4.3 estimate, approximate and measure to an appropriate degree of accuracy;
4.4 interpret and analyse tables, charts and graphs and use them in conducting simpleinvestigations;
4.5 interpret and apply Mathematics and Science in life situations;
4.6 explore scientific and mathematical ideas and come up with conclusions andinnovations;
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4.7 apply scientific and mathematical concepts and skills for environmentalsustainability;
4.8 demonstrate problem solving abilities in mathematics and science;
4.9 use local materials to design and modify simple technological devices;
4.10 demonstrate a positive attitude towards Mathematics and Science.
5.0 METHODOLOGY AND TIME ALLOCATION
The syllabus is based on a learner-centered approach in the teaching and learning of infants.The pace of learning will be determined by the individual learner’s readiness to absorb andmaster skills, concentrating on a hands on approach. The teaching and learning process mustbe inclusive, gender sensitive and encourage collaboration. This will promote self-confidence,science ethics, Unhu/Ubuntu/Vumunhu and children’s rights as well as responsibilities amongothers. The recommended methodologies is designed to promote and lay a firm foundation forproblem solving and critical thinking in mathematics and science in life. In this regard therecommended approach emphasizes concept development through immersion in problemsolving where the new concepts are applicable. The learners should be allowed to developtheir own solutions with the teacher providing guidance where necessary. The use ofInformation and Communication Technology (ICT) is recommended as a problem solving tool.
5.1 MethodologyThe methods suggested below, though not exhaustive, are mutually supportive of problemsolving:
a) Discovery;b) Experimentation;c) Group work;d) Projects;e) Song and dance;f) Poems and rhymes;g) Questioning and answerh) Educational Tours;i) Imitation. j) Discussionk) Investigation
N.B The above should be enhanced by the application of child centered and multi-sensory approaches as well as principles of individualisation, concreteness, totality andwholeness and stimulation should be employed to enhance the suggested teachingmethods.
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5.2 Time AllocationTime allocation per week is as follows:
6.0 TOPICS6.1 Mathematical play6.2 Manipulative and block play6.3 Science, mathematics and discovery play6.4 Number and science concepts6.5 Number operations6.6. Measures6.7 Relationships in science and mathematics.
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LEVEL TIME ALLOCATION PER WEEK
ECD 1 hour 40 minutes
GRADES 1 AND 2 2 1/2 hours.
Learners should engage in at least two educational tours per year, one environmentalexpo and an annual young scientist exhibition
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9.0 ASSESSMENT
This syllabus’ scheme of assessment is grounded on the principle of inclusivity. Arrangements,accommodations and modifications must be visible in continuous assessments to enablecandidates with special needs to access assessments.
9.1 Assessment ObjectivesLearners should be able to:
9.1.1 recall, recognise and use mathematical and scientific terms;
9.1.2 carry out calculations accurately;
9.1.3 estimate, approximate and use appropriate degrees of accuracy;
9.1.4 Read, interpret and analyse tables, charts and graphs and use them in conductingsimple investigations;
9.1.5 interpret and apply Mathematics and Science in life situations;
9.1.6 explore scientific and mathematical ideas and come up with conclusions andinnovations;
9.1.7 apply scientific and mathematical concepts and skills for environmentalsustainability;
9.1.8 demonstrate problem solving abilities in mathematical and scientific skills;
9.1.9 use local materials to design and modify simple technological devices;
9.2 Scheme of Assessment Learners will be assessed using continuous assessment.
Level Form of Assessment Weighting
ECD Continuous Assessment 100%
Grade 1 and 2 Continuous Assessment 100%
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Continuous assessment: (100%)a) Assessment of content (tests and written assignments).b) Projects(practical and folio)c) Profiling (soft skills)
Soft skills will be assessed using checklists, rating scales and observation guides.
Skills Weighting
The weighting of the skills to be assessed will be as follows:
Mathematics and Science
Skill Continuous %
Knowledge 15
Routine manipulation 25
Understanding and application 35
Problem solving 25
Total 100
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Assessment of learner performance in Mathematics and Science -100%Continuous assessment 100%
Written exercise Theory Tests Practical Assignments Pr ling
Continuous assessment Mark= 100% le
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