Education and Development
- Social Sciences
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 177 pages
- 12 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 208 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of DES432, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
DES432 · UNIT 1: Definition, Meaning of Education
Education as formation tries to form the mind by a proper presentation of materials. It is formation of mind by setting up certain association or connection of content by means of a subject-matter.
What you should be able to do
- Understand the concepts of education and development.
- Describe the theories of education development.
- Understand the challenges confronting education and development.
- Discuss issues in Education and Diversity.
- Understand Educational Pattern in Africa.
- Understand the Key Concepts in Educational Analysis.
- Explain Global educational trend in developed and developing countries especially in Africa
- Understand the Challenges of Education and Development
What it prepares you for
- Education Planner
- Development Officer
- Policy Analyst
- Educational Consultant
- Social Worker
- Education Sector
- Government Agencies
- International Development Organizations
- Non-Profit Sector
- Research Institutions
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES
UNIT 1: Definition and meaning of Education Diversity
Requires understanding of social justice, equality, and moral commitment.
- MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 3: Theories of Sustainable development, educational polices and quality of life.
Requires understanding of economic, environmental, and social concerns.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module One: Definition and Scope of Education
Unit 1: Definitions and Meaning of Education · 2 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 2MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION
UNIT 2 Studies in Education Theories · 2 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 3MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION
UNIT 3 Global Education Patterns · 2 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 4MODULE ONE: DEFINITION AND SCOPE OF EDUCATION
UNIT 4 Education and Gender Issues · 2 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 5MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES
UNIT 1: Definition and meaning of Education Diversity · 2 hours
Define education diversity and its importance.. Understand the scope and contents in education diversity.. Discuss the classifications of education..
- Week 6MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES
UNIT 2: Education Pattern-The Africa example · 2 hours
Analyze education patterns in Africa.. Review the issue of education dichotomy.. Discuss the impact of education on development in the African context..
- Week 7MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES
UNIT 3 Key Concepts in Education Analysis · 2 hours
Understand key concepts in education analysis.. Explore education curriculum and gender inequality.. Discuss education inclusion, teaching, learning, and pedagogy..
- Week 8MODULE TWO: EDUCATION AND DIVERSITY ISSUES
UNIT 4: Education Theories-An overview · 2 hours
Review the major theories of education.. Understand the behaviorism, cognitivism, and constructivism learning theories.. Explore humanism and connectivism learning theories..
- Week 9MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 1: Meaning and definition of Development · 2 hours
Define development and sustainable development.. Understand the scope and features of sustainable development.. Discuss the principles and types of sustainability..
- Week 10MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 2: Sustainable Development, quality education and the role of stakeholders · 2 hours
Understand the importance of sustainable human capital development.. Analyze the role of government in sustainable development.. Discuss the contribution of sustainable stakeholders..
- Week 11MODULE THREE: CONTEXTUALIZING DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 3: Theories of Sustainable development, educational polices and quality of life. · 2 hours
Explore theories of sustainable development.. Understand the role of educational policies in quality of life.. Analyze corporate social responsibility and stakeholder theory..
- Week 12MODULE FOUR: THE NEXUS BETWEEN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 1: Education and Development in Nigeria · 2 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 hours
Understand the global education and development process. Analyse the relationship between education and development. Understand the global educational trends, development and policies.
- Week 13MODULE FOUR: THE NEXUS BETWEEN EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT
UNIT 3 Education and Developmental issues · 2 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 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.
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking definitions of education and development from Units 1-3.
- Compare and contrast education theories from Module 1 Unit 2, focusing on practical applications.
- Analyze case studies from Units 7-9, identifying key factors influencing education and development.
- Practice essay questions on challenges of education and development in Nigeria (Units 12-13).
- Review key policies and global trends discussed in Units 3, 6, and 10, noting their implications.
Questions students ask about this course
What is DES432 about?
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.
How many units does DES432 have?
DES432, Education and Development, has 12 units across 4 modules, over 177 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is DES432?
DES432 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Social Sciences.
Is DES432 hard?
DES432 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does DES432 take to study?
About 208 hours of study, spread across its 12 units.
How is DES432 assessed?
DES432 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with DES432?
Education Planner, Development Officer, Policy Analyst, Educational Consultant and Social Worker.