Introduction To Foundations Of Education
- Education
- 100 level
- 2 credit units
- 90 pages
- 8 units
This course introduces the foundational fields of education, exploring the aspects that constitute the discipline. It covers the definitions and scope of philosophy, psychology, and sociology, and their relevance to education. The course also examines learning theories, transfer of learning, motivation, historical and sociological perspectives, innovations, types of education in Nigeria, and equality of educational opportunities. It further discusses the roles of agencies involved in education and factors influencing education.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assignments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU111, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1: PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION: MEANING AND RELEVANCEPage 13
- UNIT 2 EQUALITY OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITYPage 19
- UNIT 3 PSYCHOLOGY OF EDUCATIONPage 24
- UNIT 4: INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING THEORIESPage 30
- UNIT 5 READINESS TO LEARNINGPage 36
- UNIT 6 MOTIVATION AND ITS RELATION TO LEARNINGPage 41
- UNIT 7: TRANSFER OF LEARNINGPage 47
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU111 · UNIT 1: PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION: MEANING AND RELEVANCE
In this unit, we shall think of philosophy as an activity in three modes: The speculative, the prescriptive and analytic modes of philosophy. A description of philosophy of education and its relevance is included herein.
What you should be able to do
- Define and explain key concepts in the foundations of education.
- Analyze the relevance of philosophy, psychology, and sociology to educational practices.
- Evaluate learning theories and their practical applications in the classroom.
- Discuss the historical development and current trends in Nigerian education.
- Explain the factors that influence educational opportunities and outcomes.
- Assess the roles of various agencies involved in education.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Education Administrator
- Curriculum Developer
- Educational Psychologist
- Education Consultant
- Education Sector
- Government Education Agencies
- Private Education Institutions
- Educational Research
- Community Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 1: Philosophy of Education: Meaning and Relevance
Understanding the nuances between speculative, prescriptive, and analytic modes requires abstract thinking.
- Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 4: Introduction of Learning Theories
Applying learning theories to diverse classroom situations demands critical analysis and adaptability.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 40 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 1: Philosophy of Education: Meaning and Relevance · 2 hours
Define philosophy and its relevance to education.. Discuss the speculative, prescriptive, and analytic modes of philosophy.. Reflect on personal beliefs and convictions related to education..
- Week 2Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 2: Equality of Educational Opportunity · 2 hours
Explain the concept of equality of educational opportunity.. Analyze factors that impede equal access to education.. Evaluate strategies for bridging educational gaps..
- Week 3Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 3: Psychology of Education · 2 hours
Define psychology and its branches.. Explain educational psychology and its scope.. Discuss the contributions of psychology to education theory and practice..
- Week 4Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 4: Introduction of Learning Theories · 2 hours
Define learning and its types.. Enumerate and explain various learning theories.. Discuss the principles of learning and their classroom implications..
- Week 5Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 5: Readiness to Learning · 2 hours
Define readiness to learn and its factors.. Explain how to build readiness for effective teaching and learning.. Assess learner preparedness for new tasks..
- Week 6Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 6: Motivation and its relation to Learning · 2 hours
Define motivation and its types.. Explain theories of motivation.. Apply motivation theories in the classroom..
- Week 7Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective
Unit 7: Transfer of Learning · 2 hours
Define transfer of learning and its forms.. Explain conditions for transfer of learning.. Apply strategies to maximize transfer of learning in the classroom..
- Week 8Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 1: Concept and Nature of Education · 2 hours
Define education and its nature.. Explain education as a process, product, and discipline.. Differentiate between formal, informal, and non-formal education..
- Week 9Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 2: Types of Education · 2 hours
Understand the different types of education.. Distinguish between traditional and western types of education.. Compare and contrast traditional, Muslim, and Western education systems..
- Week 10Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 3: The Growth of Education in Nigeria · 2 hours
List the different phases in the growth of education in Nigeria.. Explain the developments that have taken place in the field of education.. Examine Nigeria's educational policy in ancient and colonial times..
- Week 11Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 4: Educational Trends in Nigeria · 2 hours
State why different levels of education exist.. Explain the relationship between the different levels of education.. Discuss the trends in the dissemination of education..
- Week 12Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 5: Innovations in Education · 2 hours
Explain that education is subject to change over space and time.. Describe how society's demands and needs affect educational practice.. Discuss the motives behind UPE and UBE schemes in Nigeria..
- Week 13Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective
Unit 6: The Status of Teachers in Nigeria · 4 hours
Review all units and assignments.. Prepare for final examinations.. Focus on key concepts and theories..
Unit 7: Education and the Society · 4 hours
Review all units and assignments.. Prepare for final examinations.. Focus on key concepts and theories..
Unit 8: Social Class and Educational Opportunity · 4 hours
Review all units and assignments.. Prepare for final examinations.. Focus on key concepts and theories..
Unit 9: Factors that Influence Education · 4 hours
Review all units and assignments.. Prepare for final examinations.. Focus on key concepts and theories..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives.
- Summarize key learning theories and their practical applications in teaching.
- Review historical milestones in Nigerian education and their impact on current policies.
- Analyze factors influencing educational opportunities and develop strategies for promoting equality.
- Practice applying theoretical concepts to real-world educational scenarios.
- Focus on understanding the roles and functions of educational agencies in Nigeria.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU111 about?
This course introduces the foundational fields of education, exploring the aspects that constitute the discipline. It covers the definitions and scope of philosophy, psychology, and sociology, and their relevance to education. The course also examines learning theories, transfer of learning, motivation, historical and sociological perspectives, innovations, types of education in Nigeria, and equality of educational opportunities. It further discusses the roles of agencies involved in education and factors influencing education.
How many units does EDU111 have?
EDU111, Introduction To Foundations Of Education, has 8 units across 2 modules, over 90 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDU111?
EDU111 carries 2 credit units, at 100 level in Education.
Is EDU111 hard?
EDU111 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical work.
How long does EDU111 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 8 units.
How is EDU111 assessed?
EDU111 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.
What can I do with EDU111?
Teacher, Education Administrator, Curriculum Developer, Educational Psychologist and Education Consultant.