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EDU114Education2 Unitsintermediate

History Of Education

This course provides an overview of the history of education in Nigeria, from traditional practices to the modern, multi-cultural system. It explores the evolution of educational philosophies, policies, and institutions. The course examines the impact of Islamic and Western education, as well as the contributions of key figures and organizations. It also analyzes post-independence measures and the development of secondary and higher education, including the National Policy on Education.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
History of EducationNigerian EducationTraditional EducationWestern EducationEducational Policy

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

Traditional Education in Nigeria

2

Islamic Education in Nigeria

3

Western Education in Nigeria

4

Colonial Government and Education

5

National Policy on Education

6

Higher Education Development

Total Topics6 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

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

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Education Administrator

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Policy Analyst

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Teacher

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Curriculum Developer

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Educational Researcher

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Government Education MinistriesEducational InstitutionsResearch OrganizationsNon-Governmental OrganizationsInternational Development Agencies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to history of education in Nigeria.
  • •Define key concepts: history, education, history of education.
  • •Differentiate between formal, informal, and non-formal education.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 2: Nigeria Traditional Education

3 study hours
  • •Examine the philosophy of traditional education in Nigeria.
  • •Identify the aims and characteristics of traditional education.
  • •Discuss the stages of education in traditional society.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 3: Higher Education in Traditional Society

3 study hours
  • •Distinguish between general and higher education in traditional society.
  • •Discuss secret cults, traditional medicine, and divination.
  • •Analyze the methods used by traditional medicine practitioners.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction

3h

Unit 4: Islamic Education in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •State the philosophy of Islamic education.
  • •Discuss the origin of Islam in Nigeria.
  • •Comment on the opportunities of Islamic education in Nigeria today.
Week
5

Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 1: The Early Missionaries and the Development of Education in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •State reasons why Europeans visited Nigeria in the 1840s.
  • •Examine the activities of the early missionaries in Nigeria.
  • •State the aims, content, and control of the early mission schools.
Week
6

Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 2: Colonial Government involvement in Nigeria Education (1872-1882)

3 study hours
  • •State reasons why the British colonial government did not interfere in education before 1882.
  • •Discuss the aims of colonial education in Nigeria.
  • •List provisions of the 1882 education ordinance.
Week
7

Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 3: 1887 and 1916 Education Ordinances

3 study hours
  • •State the circumstances that led to the 1887 education ordinance.
  • •List the provisions of the ordinance.
  • •Discuss the issues that led to the 1916 ordinance.
Week
8

Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 4: The impact of Phelps-Stokes Commission on Education Development in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •State the meaning and composition of the Phelps-Stokes Commission.
  • •List the objectives of the commission.
  • •Discuss the recommendations of the commission.
Week
9

Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 5: Educational situation in Northern Nigeria (Province)

3 study hours
  • •State the factors that affected the early introduction of western education in Northern Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the efforts made to encourage the development of education in the Northern Protectorate.
Week
10

Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 1: Secondary Education in Nigeria 1859 – 1929

3 study hours
  • •State the factors that caused the late establishment of secondary schools in Nigeria.
  • •Identify the early secondary schools and their owners.
  • •Discuss the problems of the early secondary schools in Nigeria.
Week
11

Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 2: Educational Development in Nigeria Between 1925 to 1939

3 study hours
  • •Mention the basic principles of the 1925 memorandum on education.
  • •State the contributions of Sir Hugh Clifford to the nation's education.
  • •Examine the contributions of Mr. E. R. J. Hussey to the development of education in Nigeria.
Week
12

Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria

3h

Unit 3: Higher Education in Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •List the factors that led to the establishment of Yaba Higher College.
  • •Mention the contributions and problems of Yaba Higher College.
  • •State the recommendations of the Asquith and Elliot Commissions.
Week
13

Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria

6h

Unit 4: Regionalization and Educational Development In Nigeria

3 study hours
  • •Discuss the basic principles of regionalization on education.
  • •Examine the efforts made by each region to develop education.
  • •Discuss the importance of the National Policy on Education.

Unit 5: The National Curriculum Conference and the National Policy on Education

3 study hours
  • •Examine the circumstances that led to the 1969 curriculum conference.
  • •List and discuss the problems facing the full implementation of the National Policy on Education in Nigeria.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a timeline of key events and policies in Nigerian education history.

2

Compare and contrast the aims and methods of traditional, Islamic, and Western education.

3

Analyze the impact of colonial education policies on different regions of Nigeria.

4

Summarize the main provisions and objectives of the National Policy on Education.

5

Practice answering essay questions on the challenges and opportunities in contemporary Nigerian education.

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