From “Learning about” to “Learning to be” in the National Curriculum for Primary Schools

The aim of this paper is to show the importance of the development of attitudes and values in young students as well as ways in which the newly-developed Romanian curriculum for Personal Development can be implemented. A study case was conducted in a school where a similar curriculum has been implemented and was focused on possible teaching and learning strategies related to this subject area. Our conclusion is that this subject area gives the students the opportunity to gain knowledge that is relevant, to develop an understanding of concepts which allows them to make connections throughout their learning.