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Legal Aspects Of Educational Administration

This course introduces graduate students to the legal and regulatory frameworks governing educational administration in Nigeria. It explores key concepts of education law, the Nigerian judicial system, and the organizational control of education. Students will examine fundamental rights, negligence, torts, and defamation within the context of school administration. The course also covers teacher registration, school record keeping, and relevant case laws, equipping students with the knowledge to navigate legal challenges in educational settings.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Education LawLegal FrameworkSchool AdministrationTeachers RightsStudent Discipline

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

Education Law

2

Nigerian Legal System

3

Fundamental Rights

4

Torts in Education

5

Teachers' Rights

6

Student Discipline

7

School Administration

Total Topics7 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

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

School Principal

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Education Administrator

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Education Officer

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Policy Advisor

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Legal Consultant

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Education SectorGovernment AgenciesNon-profit OrganizationsLegal ServicesPolicy Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Education Law and the Nigerian Education System

3h

Unit 1: Nigerian Judicial System

3 study hours
  • •Understand the structure of the Nigerian court system.
  • •Identify the functions of different courts.
  • •Analyze education-related case laws.
  • •Explain legal procedures in civil actions.
Week
2

Module 1: Education Law and the Nigerian Education System

3h

Unit 2: Concept of Education Law

3 study hours
  • •Define education law and its characteristics.
  • •Classify different types of law (public vs. private, civil vs. criminal).
  • •Identify the purposes and sources of education law.
  • •Analyze the role of the constitution, regulations, and case laws.
Week
3

Module 1: Education Law and the Nigerian Education System

3h

Unit 3: Organisational Control of Education in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Describe the structure of the Nigerian education system.
  • •Discuss the management of education at federal, state, and local levels.
  • •Outline the roles and responsibilities of each government level in the UBE program.
  • •Explain factors influencing education (historical, economic, sociological, political, geographical, international).
Week
4

Module 1: Education Law and the Nigerian Education System

3h

Unit 4: Nigerian Education Laws

3 study hours
  • •Identify colonial education ordinances.
  • •Enumerate UPE and UBE laws.
  • •List specific laws in the Constitution affecting education.
  • •Highlight laws related to primary, secondary, and tertiary education.
  • •Explain laws on education-related matters.
Week
5

Model 2: The Law, the Learner and the Teacher

3h

Unit 1: Fundamental Rights and Education

3 study hours
  • •List fundamental rights as per the 1999 Constitution.
  • •State conditions for abridging rights.
  • •Enumerate rights of children as per the 1959 UN declaration.
  • •Analyze case laws on fundamental rights in education.
Week
6

Model 2: The Law, The Learner and The Teacher

3h

Unit 2: Fundamental Rights of Students and Punishments

3 study hours
  • •Identify punishments violating student rights.
  • •Enumerate principles for administering punishment.
  • •List different types of punishment in schools.
  • •Explain each type of punishment.
  • •Analyze case laws related to student discipline.
Week
7

Model 2: The Law, The Learner and The Teacher

3h

Unit 3: Legal Issues in Teachers Contract/Employment

3 study hours
  • •Define contract and its elements.
  • •Enumerate rules for offer and acceptance.
  • •Discuss termination of teaching offers.
  • •Explain terms like probation and tenure.
  • •Analyze legal issues in teacher employment contracts.
Week
8

Model 2: The Law, The Learner and The Teacher

3h

Unit 4: Student Control and Discipline in Schools

3 study hours
  • •Explain the concept of student control.
  • •Discuss issues in discipline.
  • •Explain the 'in loco parentis' doctrine.
  • •List types and causes of indiscipline.
  • •Analyze guidelines on student punishment.
Week
9

Model 2: The Law, The Learner and The Teacher

3h

Unit 5: Control and Discipline of Teachers

3 study hours
  • •List disciplinary measures against teachers.
  • •Enumerate acts constituting professional misconduct.
  • •Highlight objectives of the Teachers' Code of Conduct.
  • •State UNESCO/ILO recommendations on teacher status.
  • •Explain the roles of the Teachers Investigating Panel and Disciplinary Committee.
Week
10

Module 3: Some Legal Issues in School Administration

3h

Unit 1: Legal Basis for Teachers' Registration

3 study hours
  • •State the vision and mission of TRCN.
  • •Explain TRCN's responsibilities, programs, and activities.
  • •List qualifications, mode, and documents for registration.
  • •Discuss requirements for license renewal.
  • •Mention circumstances for registration expiration and cancellation.
Week
11

Module 3: Some Legal Issues In School Administration

3h

Unit 2: Negligence and Student personnel Administration

3 study hours
  • •Explain negligence in school administration.
  • •Explain elements of negligence.
  • •Discuss defenses in negligence actions.
  • •Explain why schools should keep records of students and their activities.
  • •List relevant records to be kept in schools.
  • •Analyze case laws of negligence.
Week
12

Module 3: Some Legal Issues In School Administration

3h

Unit 3: Tort and Educational Administration

3 study hours
  • •Define tort.
  • •Distinguish tort from crime and contract.
  • •Explain vicarious liability.
  • •Classify torts.
  • •Cite relevant case laws in tort.
Week
13

Module 3: Some Legal Issues In School Administration

3h

Unit 4: Defamation and School Communication

3 study hours
  • •Explain defamation of character.
  • •List and discuss types of defamation.
  • •State elements of defamation.
  • •Enumerate and discuss defenses in defamation actions.
  • •Discuss invasion of privacy.
  • •Cite case laws regarding defamation.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries for each unit, focusing on key legal terms and concepts.

2

Review case studies and apply legal principles to hypothetical scenarios.

3

Practice essay questions on fundamental rights, negligence, and defamation.

4

Develop timelines of key legislation and court decisions affecting education.

5

Form study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights.

6

Prioritize understanding of the 1999 Constitution and relevant education laws.

7

Create flashcards for legal terms and definitions.

8

Practice analyzing legal scenarios and identifying potential liabilities.

9

Review all TMAs and feedback from your tutor.

10

Allocate time for thorough revision of all modules.

11

Focus on understanding the implications of legal principles for practical school administration.

12

Create concept maps linking legal concepts to real-world situations in schools.

13

Review past exam papers to understand question formats and difficulty levels.

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