Comparative Education
- Education
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 109 pages
- 14 units
This course provides basic knowledge for learners about Comparative Education. It covers the conceptualisation of comparative education, its scope, and historical development. The course explores different approaches to studying comparative education, determinants of national education systems, and the future of the field. Students will examine education systems in South Africa, Japan, Brazil, England, France, Jamaica, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Afghanistan, enabling them to compare and contrast educational practices globally.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- End of course examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU314, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 MEANING OF EDUCATIONPage 1
- UNIT 2 SCOPE OF COMPARATIVE EDUCATIONPage 8
- UNIT 3 HISTORICAL DEVELOPMENT OF COMPARATIVE EDUCATIONPage 14
- UNIT 4: METHODOLOGICAL APPROACHES TO THE STUDY OF COMPARATIVE EDUCATIONPage 21
- UNIT 5: DETERMINANTS OF NATIONAL EDUCATION SYSTEMPage 30
- UNIT 6: FACTORS THAT CAN SUSTAIN THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF COMPARATIVE EDUCATIONPage 38
- UNIT 1 SOUTH AFRICAN EDUCATION SYSTEMPage 42
- UNIT 2: JAPANESE EDUCATION SYSTEMPage 47
- UNIT 3: THE SYSTEM OF EDUCATION IN BRAZILPage 54
- UNIT 4 EDUCATION IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICAPage 68
- UNIT 5: EDUCATION IN FRANCEPage 75
- UNIT 6: THE SYSTEM OF EDUCATION IN JAMAICAPage 80
- UNIT 7: EDUCATION IN NIGERIA AND TANZANIAPage 86
- UNIT 8: EDUCATION IN AFGHANISTANPage 94
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU314 · UNIT 1 MEANING OF EDUCATION
Education and comparative education as concepts can be given different interpretation. The reason is that different people from different angles will see them from different perspectives. In other words, there can be as many definitions to the concepts of Education and Comparative Education.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the meaning and scope of comparative education.
- Discuss the historical development of comparative education.
- Identify and apply different methodological approaches.
- Analyze the determinants of national education systems.
- Compare and contrast various foreign education systems.
- Evaluate the factors that sustain comparative education.
What it prepares you for
- Education Policy Analyst
- International Education Consultant
- Curriculum Developer
- Educational Researcher
- Comparative Education Specialist
- Government Education Ministries
- International NGOs
- Educational Research Institutions
- Universities
- Curriculum Development Agencies
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 4: Methodological Approaches To The Study Of Comparative Education
Understanding the nuances of different philosophical approaches requires critical thinking and the ability to synthesize complex ideas.
- Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 1: South African Education System
Analyzing the historical context and socio-political factors influencing South Africa's education system demands a deep understanding of its complex past.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 1: Meaning of Education · 2 hours
Define education from different perspectives.. Discuss the Latin origins of the word 'education'.. Explain the role of education in cultural transmission and societal development..
- Week 2Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 2: Scope Of Comparative Education · 2 hours
Identify the disciplines from which comparative education draws its ideas.. Discuss the interdisciplinary nature of comparative education.. Explain how history, philosophy, sociology, and economics contribute to comparative education..
- Week 3Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 3: Historical Development Of Comparative Education · 2 hours
Trace the historical development of comparative education from the 19th century.. Discuss the contributions of key figures like John Griscom and Victor Cousin.. Explain the evolution of comparative education through descriptive, predictive, and scientific stages..
- Week 4Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 4: Methodological Approaches To The Study Of Comparative Education · 2 hours
Discuss the thematic or problem approach to studying comparative education.. Explain the case study approach and its limitations.. Describe the area study approach and its stages: descriptive, interpretation, juxtaposition, and comparative..
- Week 5Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 5: Determinants Of National Education System · 2 hours
Explain how language, geography, and economic factors determine a nation's education system.. Discuss the impact of historical and religious factors on education.. Analyze the influence of political and social factors on educational policies..
- Week 6Module 1: Meaning of Education
Unit 6: Factors That Can Sustain The Teaching And Learning Of Comparative Education · 2 hours
Discuss the factors that can sustain the teaching and learning of comparative education.. Identify the qualities of a good educational comparativist: objectivity, readiness to visit foreign places, and interest in reading widely.. Explain the role of research and collaboration in enhancing comparative education..
- Week 7Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 1: South African Education System · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of South Africa and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the South African education system from foundation phase to higher education.. Analyze the administration and funding of education in South Africa..
- Week 8Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 2: Japanese Education System · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of Japan and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the Japanese education system from pre-school to tertiary education.. Analyze the teacher education system in Japan..
- Week 9Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 3: The System Of Education In Brazil · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of Brazil and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the Brazilian education system from pre-primary to higher education.. Analyze the teacher education system in Brazil..
Unit 3: Education In England · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of England and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the English education system from nursery to university education.. Analyze the teacher education system in England..
- Week 10Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 4: Education In The United States Of America · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of the United States of America and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the USA education system from nursery to university education.. Analyze the teacher education system in the United States of America..
- Week 11Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 5: Education In France · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of France and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the French education system.. Analyze the teacher education system in France..
- Week 12Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 6: The System Of Education In Jamaica · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of Jamaica and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the Jamaican education system.. Analyze the administration and financing of education in Jamaica..
- Week 13Module 2: Foreign Education Systems
Unit 7: Education In Nigeria And Tanzania · 2 hours
Compare and contrast the geography of Nigeria and Tanzania and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the education system in Nigeria and Tanzania.. Analyze the teacher education system in Nigeria and Tanzania..
Unit 8: Education In Afghanistan · 2 hours
Discuss the geography of Afghanistan and its impact on education.. Explain the structure of the Afghanistan education system.. Analyze the administration and financing of education in Afghanistan..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events in the historical development of comparative education (Unit 3).
- Develop a comparative chart outlining the structures of different foreign education systems (Module 2).
- Practice applying different methodological approaches to hypothetical education problems (Unit 4).
- Review the factors that determine national education systems and their impact (Unit 5).
- Focus on understanding the unique aspects of each foreign education system covered in Module 2.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU314 about?
This course provides basic knowledge for learners about Comparative Education. It covers the conceptualisation of comparative education, its scope, and historical development. The course explores different approaches to studying comparative education, determinants of national education systems, and the future of the field. Students will examine education systems in South Africa, Japan, Brazil, England, France, Jamaica, Nigeria, Tanzania, and Afghanistan, enabling them to compare and contrast educational practices globally.
How many units does EDU314 have?
EDU314, Comparative Education, has 14 units across 2 modules, over 109 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDU314?
EDU314 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Education.
Is EDU314 hard?
EDU314 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EDU314 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 14 units.
How is EDU314 assessed?
EDU314 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and end of course examination.
What can I do with EDU314?
Education Policy Analyst, International Education Consultant, Curriculum Developer, Educational Researcher and Comparative Education Specialist.
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