Pedagogy for Primary – Unit 1 to 2

Course Description

This course is designed to prepare prospective teachers for the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE) by building a solid understanding of Curriculum Studies and Teaching Methods at the Primary Education level. It focuses on how the Ghanaian curriculum is structured, interpreted, and effectively implemented in the classroom in line with NaCCA guidelines and National Teaching Council (NTC) professional standards.

Learners will explore key concepts such as the meaning of curriculum and syllabus, the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Ghana Primary Curriculum, types and components of curriculum, and essential curriculum terminologies. The course also highlights the core competencies learners are expected to develop under Ghana’s competency-based curriculum.

In addition, the course equips candidates with practical knowledge of effective teaching methods, including teacher-centered and learner-centered approaches, factors influencing the choice of teaching methods, and how both approaches work together to enhance lesson delivery. Real classroom examples and GTLE-style questions are used to strengthen understanding and examination readiness.

By the end of this course, learners will be able to confidently interpret curriculum documents, select appropriate teaching methods, and apply pedagogical skills required to successfully pass the Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination and perform effectively in the primary classroom.