QUESTION 1

(a) Policy is very essential in administration, for it gives a concrete shape to the political and social objectives which the government lays down in the forms of laws, rules, regulations etc

Reflect on the above quotation and critically analyse the relationship between policy-making and planning

(b) With close reference to the Mauritian context, examine the main factors that policy-makers have to consider for relevant and quality Educational Policy formulation.

QUESTION 2

(a) Examine how Educational Policies have evolved with economic realities since independence in Mauritius.

(b) Analyse the new roles and responsibilities that Head of Schools and staff are expected to shoulder in educational institutions in the 21st century

QUESTION 3

(a) Discuss the impact of emerging technologies on Curriculum Development.

(b) With close reference to the Mauritian context, critically analyse the factors Education Leaders must consider to manage curriculum change successfully

QUESTION 4

One of marketing definition in education can be: "The means by which school actively communicates and promotes its purpose, values and products to the pupils, parents, staff and wider community" In light of your experience about Mauritian schooling, justify the appropriateness of the above definition and critically analyse why should schools market themselves?