Problems of curriculum development at primary level in developingcountries

Global demands at primary level

Free compulsory and universal education
All round development of a child
Expectations of parents, politicians, economists,psychologists, educators, religious leaders

Curriculum development problems

Increasing number of students
Variety of students from different backgrounds
Socio economic
Value groups groups
Psychological differences
Geopolitical groups

Problems of curriculum planners

Background and mind set
Approach to curriculum development
National problems

Problems of a typical school

Low participation rate
High dropout
Lack of facilities
Teachers problems
Text books problem
Examinations
Students background
Lack of community support