Principals debate scripted lessons (opens original article in a new tab)

Principals debate the use of scripted lessons as teachers adapt to new primary school curriculums, with concerns about potential negative impacts on student engagement and learning.

• Some teachers are using scripted lessons while adapting to new primary school curriculums.
• Principals have mixed views on whether scripted teaching is beneficial or harmful for students.
• The government promotes structured teaching but does not require scripts, while some educators warn against over-reliance on them.