Conceptualisation of citizenship education in the grade four social studies curriculum in Kenya

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the conceptualisation of Citizenship Education among curriculum designers in the grade four Social studies curriculum in Kenya. The study employed qualitative research with a grounded theory design. Data was collected using interviews and document analysis. It was analysed using grounded theory and constant comparative technique. The finding of the study revealed apt conceptualisation of Citizenship Education in grade four Social studies curriculum. The study recommends for proper induction of teachers on the conceptualised curriculum so as to ensure its full implementation.