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The final policy proposals for the National Curriculum Statement (NCS) have been approved. The notice appears in Government Gazette 25545, Notice 1407 of the 6 October 2003. It may be viewed online here (size: 211 KB) or at "http://www.gov.za/gazette/notices/2003/25545.pdf" . |
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The full set of NCS documents is available on the "Further Education and Training (Schools)" page on the WCED Curriculum Website (http://curriculum.wcape.school.za), under the heading "Policies, Circulars, Guidelines and Learning Support". |
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The documents include the important "Overview" and "Qualifications and Assessment Policy Framework Grades 10 -12 (General)" which contain all the rules governing the NCS and which need to be studied carefully. In addition, there is a separate file for each subject. |
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Each school should receive a full set of the documents from the National Department of Education early in 2004. They are scheduled to be printed in November. |
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Enquiries about copies of the NCS documents may be directed to Mr S. Sekese at 123 Schoeman Street, PRETORIA 0001 or Fax: (012) 328 2128 / 328 9828, Tel: (012) 312 5212, E-mail: sekese.m@doe.gov.za . |
SIGNED: P.A. VINJEVOLD
HEAD: EDUCATION
DATE: 2003:11:12
Note that paragraphs 1 & 2 of this circular have been adapted for use via the Internet.
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