Analysis of the document of computer and information technology curriculum according to Saudi vision 2030

Abstract

The study aims to analyses the document of computer and information technology curriculum for the Secondary stage according to Saudi vision 2030. The study applied analytical descriptive approach, the sample of the study was “The Curriculum of Computer and Information Technology "urgent plan" in 2013 for the Secondary stage.

The content was analysed using an analysis tool, which constructed based on the strategic objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. It is content of five main themes, divided on 29 sub-goals. Statistical methods were utilized to process data frequencies and percentages. The validity and consistency of the analysis was verified by agreement over time.

The study found that, the Curriculum document included most of the strategic objectives of Saudi vision 2030. The highest theme found was fifth theme "strengthening the capacity of the education and training system to meet the requirements of development and the needs of the labour market". Furthermore, the computer curriculum document has neglected/ignore to include four sub-objectives in the curriculum. The most important of which was "considering individual differences and special needs" and "involve parents in the educational process". Finally, some recommendations were proposed for the development of Curriculum document in the light of the study’s results.