Curriculum Development and Formulation Workshop by Prof. Chalinda Beneragama, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya

Curriculum Development and Formulation Workshop by Prof. Chalinda Beneragama, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Peradeniya

The Curriculum Development and Formulation Workshop held on January 23, 2025, at the Faculty of Management Studies, was a highly interactive, engaging, and fruitful session that deepened participants' understanding of curriculum design. Facilitated by the esteemed Prof. Chalinda Beneragama, a renowned expert in agricultural education and curriculum development from the University of Peradeniya, the workshop fostered active participation and encouraged insightful discussions. Prof. Beneragama’s expertise in curriculum design, particularly in outcome-based education (OBE), guided the session with a practical approach, ensuring the content was not only academically rigorous but also highly applicable in real-world settings.

The workshop covered essential aspects of curriculum revision, with an emphasis on aligning educational frameworks with institutional visions while preparing students for future challenges. Prof. Beneragama’s guidance helped participants understand how to balance academic expectations with the evolving demands of the global education landscape. His expertise shone through as he addressed key concepts such as the importance of graduate profiles, adaptive curriculum structures, and integrating 21st-century skills into course content.

The session also introduced Outcome-Based Education (OBE) principles, focusing on clarity of learning outcomes, high expectations, and equal learning opportunities for all students. Prof. Beneragama’s emphasis on the importance of creativity in curriculum design, alongside active learning techniques such as flipped classrooms and collaborative activities, made the workshop not only informative but also highly engaging.

Participants left the session equipped with practical strategies for refining their curricula and fostering a student-centered learning environment. Prof. Beneragama’s thorough insights into assessment methods, curriculum structuring, and stakeholder expectations provided a solid foundation for the Faculty of Management Studies’ upcoming curriculum revisions.