Purpose of the study: This study was designed to the analysis of curriculum development approach of the National Curriculum for Chemistry Grade IX- X in Pakistan.
Methodology: The study was related to theoretical and content analysis based.
Main Findings: National Chemistry Curriculum for grade IX- X is majorly based on the subject-centered curriculum. To meet the need of society, it demands to cope up with the demands of technology. To enhance the skills of students, activities, and construction of knowledge on their own is stressed in the aims of the curriculum. National Curriculum for Chemistry grades IX- X, 2006 reflects the eclectic approach. It is dominant with subject-centered while assessment is leading with the traditional and teacher-centered approach.
Applications of this study: The curriculum of Chemistry emphasis developing higher order thinking and skills in students.
Novelty/Originality of this study: This study was based on documented content analysis. The curriculum developmental approach was observed in this study.
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