• Siem Or

The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between decentralization and curriculum development for lower secondary teachers. The perception of teachers involves the extent to which decentralization has impacted curriculum development and at lower secondary schools in Cambodia. The research design was based on quantitative by using survey design to collect and analyze data. Data from 138 teachers was collected using questionnaires. This study found a moderate positive correlation between decentralization and curriculum development in their schooling. There is a significant positive correlation between decentralization and curriculum development. Therefore, the researcher concluded that teachers often show resistance and lack of commitment to the implementation of curriculum reforms because they are seldom involved in their development. In the conclusions, the researcher equally recommended the adoption of a grass-roots approach to curriculum development involving all stakeholders, including teachers who would implement the curriculum in the long run.

"Decentralization Impacts on English Language Curriculum Development and Implementation of Lower secondary Teachers in Cambodia", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no.h597-h602, October-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2310675.pdf

"Decentralization Impacts on English Language Curriculum Development and Implementation of Lower secondary Teachers in Cambodia", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 10, page no. pph597-h602, October-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2310675.pdf