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DES432Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Education and Development

This course explores the intricate relationship between education and development, covering a wide range of topics from foundational definitions to global trends. It examines educational theories, diversity issues, and the impact of public and private investments. The course also delves into the challenges confronting education and development, with a special focus on the African context. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how education serves as a catalyst for social, economic, and political progress.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
EducationDevelopmentGlobal EducationEducation PolicySustainable Development

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Definitions of Education and Development

2

Education Theories

3

Education and Diversity Issues

4

Global Education Patterns

5

Public and Private Investment in Education

6

Development Theories

7

Education as an Index of Development

8

Educational Trends in Developing and Developed Countries

9

Global Education and Development Process

10

Challenges of Education and Development

Total Topics10 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Education Planner

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Development Officer

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Policy Analyst

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Educational Consultant

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Social Worker

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Education SectorGovernment AgenciesInternational Development OrganizationsNon-Profit SectorResearch Institutions

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module One: Definition and Scope of Education

2h

Unit 1: Definitions and Meaning of Education

2 study hours
  • •Read definitions of education from Dewey, Aristotle, Socrates, and Knowles.
  • •Understand the concept of education as continuous reconstruction of experiences.
  • •Identify the scope of education covering history, science, demography, and economics.
Week
2

MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION

2h

UNIT 2 Studies in Education Theories

2 study hours
  • •Study behaviourism, cognitive psychology and constructivism theories.
  • •Understand the key concepts of social learning theory and socio-constructivism.
  • •Explore experiential learning and multiple intelligences theories.
Week
3

MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION

2h

UNIT 3 Global Education Patterns

2 study hours
  • •Examine the global education patterns and their interconnectedness.
  • •Analyze the impacts of education on societies and individuals.
  • •Understand the role of public and private investment in education.
Week
4

MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION

2h

UNIT 4 Education and Gender Issues

2 study hours
  • •Understand the gender issues in global education.
  • •Analyze the impact of education on females and males.
  • •Discuss gender-related issues and the drivers of education.
Week
5

MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES

2h

UNIT 1: Definition and meaning of Education Diversity

2 study hours
  • •Define education diversity and its importance.
  • •Understand the scope and contents in education diversity.
  • •Discuss the classifications of education.
Week
6

MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES

2h

UNIT 2: Education Pattern-The Africa example

2 study hours
  • •Analyze education patterns in Africa.
  • •Review the issue of education dichotomy.
  • •Discuss the impact of education on development in the African context.
Week
7

MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES

2h

UNIT 3 Key Concepts in Education Analysis

2 study hours
  • •Understand key concepts in education analysis.
  • •Explore education curriculum and gender inequality.
  • •Discuss education inclusion, teaching, learning, and pedagogy.
Week
8

MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES

2h

UNIT 4: Education Theories-An overview

2 study hours
  • •Review the major theories of education.
  • •Understand the behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism learning theories.
  • •Explore humanism and connectivism learning theories.
Week
9

MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT

2h

UNIT 1: Meaning and definition of Development

2 study hours
  • •Define development and sustainable development.
  • •Understand the scope and features of sustainable development.
  • •Discuss the principles and types of sustainability.
Week
10

MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT

2h

UNIT 2: Sustainable Development, quality education and the role of stakeholders

2 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of sustainable human capital development.
  • •Analyze the role of government in sustainable development.
  • •Discuss the contribution of sustainable stakeholders.
Week
11

MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT

2h

UNIT 3: Theories of Sustainable development, educational polices and quality of life.

2 study hours
  • •Explore theories of sustainable development.
  • •Understand the role of educational policies in quality of life.
  • •Analyze corporate social responsibility and stakeholder theory.
Week
12

MODULE FOUR: THE NEXUS BETWEEN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

4h

UNIT 1: Education and Development in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Understand the education trend in Nigeria.
  • •Analyse the pre-colonial, colonial and contemporary education in Nigeria.
  • •Understand the relationship between education and development in Nigeria

UNIT 2 Global Education and development process

2 study hours
  • •Understand the global education and development process
  • •Analyse the relationship between education and development
  • •Understand the global educational trends, development and policies
Week
13

MODULE FOUR: THE NEXUS BETWEEN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT

4h

UNIT 3 Education and Developmental issues

2 study hours
  • •Understand the education and developmental issues
  • •Analyse the global education development and policies
  • •Understand the challenges of education and development in Nigeria

UNIT 4 Global Educational Trends, Development and Policies in Africa.

2 study hours
  • •Understand the global educational trends, development and policies in Africa
  • •Analyse the challenges of education and development in Nigeria
  • •Understand the 21st century skills for education and development

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking definitions of education and development from Units 1-3.

2

Compare and contrast education theories from Module 1 Unit 2, focusing on practical applications.

3

Analyze case studies from Units 7-9, identifying key factors influencing education and development.

4

Practice essay questions on challenges of education and development in Nigeria (Units 12-13).

5

Review key policies and global trends discussed in Units 3, 6, and 10, noting their implications.

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