Creating a future-oriented extracurricular program for middle and high school students in Mexico
Polar Partners prepared a curriculum for middle and high school extracurricular program in Mexico. The curriculum includes three core areas: Technology and digital skills, Life Skills and English and Global Perspectives, and it is aimed at middle school (G7-9) and high school (G10-12) students.
The curriculum is part of an innovative program that entails a holistic approach and prepares students to become academically competent individuals but also encourages individual responsibility and active participation in the community.
Dynamic curriculum development process
The curriculum process was characterized by continuous dialogue and regular discussions between expert teams in Finland and Mexico. Specific characteristics of each subject area were considered, and the objectives of the curriculum are referenced to Finnish and European standards, such as the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages in English and Global Perspectives. The two-phase project focused first on establishing a shared vision and a solid foundation followed by a structured development process adjusting and realigning content through a collaborative working approach.
The new curriculum helps teachers to nurture quality learning and implement instructional strategies that support different learners. The curriculum focus is on supporting students to acquire relevant skills and competences and learning to apply those skills.
| Country: | Mexico |
| Size of the project: | Educational organisation with over 10 schools |
| Actions: | Developing curriculum content for an extracurricular program in middle school (G7-9) and high school (G10-12) |
| Results: | New curriculum for Technology and digital skills, Life Skills and English and global perspectives for grades 7-12 extracurricular program that: – Helps students to develop their critical thinking skills and learn to adapt to different learning contexts and approaches – Develops digital preparedness and related practical skills, regardless of access to technological resources – Promotes creativity and innovation – Strengthens the students’ self-esteem and prepares them for everyday challenges – Prepares students to better manage their emotions strengthening their overall emotional wellbeing. |
| Period: | August 2024 – February 2025 |
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