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  Today’s education system is ripe for change. In schools, the old chalk-and-talk method of teaching has been replaced by more interactive methods such as project-based learning, flipped classrooms, and digital textbooks. This shift from traditional methods to more modern ones is also reflected in the various exam syllabi that schools use. The revised IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) syllabus is one such example. Schools have started shifting away from the old CIE O Level syllabus towards the new IGCSE syllabus because it’s a more contemporary and flexible framework. Here’s how the new IGCSE syllabus will change how you or your child learns at a school: Why is the IGCSE Syllabus Changing? Like many things in the world, education is always adapting to change and challenge. As new discoveries are made, and new needs arise, the education framework adapts. The old IGCSE syllabus was first introduced in 1998, so it was due for a refresh. The IGCSE syl...

  The IGSCE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is an international general certificate that is offered by schools globally. The examinations are conducted in October every year. Students who wish to pursue their education further can opt for the IGCSE which is the intermediate version of this certificate. This article helps you understand whether it is necessary to follow the IGSCE syllabus or not and why. Read on to know more about it! What is the IGSCE? IS is the International General Certificate of Secondary Education. This is a two-year course that is offered to students between the ages of 11-16. The IGCSE syllabus is based on the British system of education. The curriculum is prepared by the Cambridge International Examination (CIE). The British Council is responsible for the standardization and promotion of these courses. This syllabus is also known as the GCE or the General Certificate of Education. The IGSCE is often taken by students who wish t...