Calls for integrating a cultural heritage subject into school curricula

Educational and heritage experts are calling for the inclusion of cultural heritage as an independent subject in schools. This proposal aims to address the challenges students face in understanding abstract concepts in history and civic education, while strengthening their connection to national identity. Asmaa Bettihi, a guidance counselor and curator at the Bardo Museum, explains that museums act as vital pedagogical spaces that transform theoretical lessons into tangible experiences. The project advocates for introducing a dedicated heritage curriculum in primary and middle schools, alongside a specialized track for high school students.