OBJECTIVES OF GENERAL STUDIES

 At the end of the course, the learner of General studies should be able to;

·      show advanced mastery of  language skills i.e. Listening, speaking, relating and writing;

·      demonstrate evidence of maturity of thought expressed orally, and in writing

·      show evidence of maturity in behavior analysis if issues and rational opinion and decision making;

·      show awareness of contemporary issues affecting or likely to affect the society;

·       participate in activities which help maintain and develop the society economical, politically, environmentally and socio-culturally

General studies for A-level in Tanzania covers 8 topics. These 8 topics are selected carefully to cope with our rapidly changing world. They are intended to widen the students understanding of different issues and to enable them to develop into informed and analytical citizens with experiences and skills  that will lead to principled and effective participation in human relations at community and global levels. The topic are broken down to sub-topics. Each sub-topic has several; measurable cognitive and effective objectives to promote the students learning.

COURSE CONTENT

1.     Communication

2.     Culture

3.     Democratic processes

4.     Science and technology in development

5.     Environmental issues

6.     Social economic issues in Tanzania

7.     Man, philosophy and religion