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EDU711Education2 Unitsintermediate

Introduction To Foundations Of Education

This course introduces students to the foundational fields of education, exploring the disciplines that constitute the study of education. It covers the definitions and scope of philosophy, psychology, and sociology, and examines their relevance to education. The course also delves into learning theories, transfer of learning, motivation, historical and sociological perspectives, innovations, types of education in Nigeria, and equality of educational opportunities.

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208h

Study Time

13

Weeks

16h

Per Week

none

Math Level

Course Keywords

Philosophy of EducationEducational PsychologySociology of EducationLearning TheoriesEducational Foundations

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level

Builds on foundational knowledge

65%

intermediate

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Math Level

No Math

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Learning Type

Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Philosophy of Education

2

Educational Psychology

3

Sociology of Education

4

Learning Theories

5

Equality of Educational Opportunity

6

History of Education in Nigeria

7

Types of Education

8

Social Stratification and Mobility

Total Topics8 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 assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Teacher

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Education Administrator

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Curriculum Developer

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Educational Consultant

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Policy Analyst

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Education SectorGovernment AgenciesNon-profit OrganizationsEducational ResearchCurriculum Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week

1

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 1: Philosophy of Education: Meaning and Relevance

2 study hours

•Define philosophy and its relevance to education.
•Explain speculative, prescriptive, and analytic modes of philosophy.
•Discuss the scope of philosophy of education.

Week

2

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 2: Equality of Educational Opportunity

2 study hours

•Explain the concept of equality of educational opportunity.
•Discuss factors impeding equal educational opportunities.
•Analyze strategies for achieving equality in education.

Week

3

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 3: Psychology of Education

2 study hours

•Define psychology and its branches.
•Explain educational psychology and its scope.
•Discuss the contributions of psychology to education theory and practice.

Week

4

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 4: Introduction of Learning Theories

2 study hours

•Define learning and its types.
•Enumerate and explain various learning theories.
•Discuss the principles of learning and their classroom implications.

Week

5

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 5: Readiness to Learning

2 study hours

•Define readiness to learn and its factors.
•Explain the factors influencing readiness.
•Discuss how to build readiness for effective teaching and learning.

Week

6

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 6: Motivation and its relation to Learning

2 study hours

•Define motivation and its types.
•Explain the theories of motivation.
•Discuss the application of motivation theories in the classroom.

Week

7

Module 1: Philosophical and Psychological Perspective

2h

Unit 7: Transfer of Learning

2 study hours

•Define transfer of learning and its forms.
•Explain positive, negative, and zero transfer.
•Outline strategies for maximizing transfer of learning in the classroom.

Week

8

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

2h

Unit 1: Concept and Nature of Education

2 study hours

•Define the concept of education and its nature.
•Discuss education as a process, product, and discipline.
•Explain the social and psychological environment in education.

Week

9

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

2h

Unit 2: Types of Education

2 study 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

10

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

2h

Unit 3: The Growth of Education in Nigeria

2 study hours

•List the different phases in the growth of education in Nigeria.
•Explain the developments in education from the colonial era to the National Policy on Education.
•Examine the impact of the Ashby Report and the National Curriculum Conference.

Week

11

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

2h

Unit 4: Educational Trends in Nigeria

2 study hours

•State the reasons for different levels of education.
•Explain the relationship between pre-primary, primary, secondary, and higher education.
•Discuss the aims and objectives of each level of education.

Week

12

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

4h

Unit 5: Innovations in Education

2 study hours

•Explain the concept of UPE and UBE.
•Describe how society's demands affect educational practices.
•Discuss the motives and prospects of UPE and UBE in Nigeria.

Unit 6: The Status of Teachers in Nigeria

2 study hours

•Outline the causes of the low status of the teaching profession.
•Offer suggestions to uplift the status of teachers.
•Analyze the historical overview of the teaching profession in Nigeria.

Week

13

Module 2: Historical and Sociological Perspective

4h

Unit 7: Education and the Society

2 study hours

•Appreciate the importance of education to society.
•Explain education as a prerequisite for meaningful development.
•Discuss the roles of family, school, community, and religious organizations in education.

Unit 8: Social Class and Educational Opportunity

2 study hours

•Appreciate the differences between individuals and groups.
•Explain the reasons for unequal educational opportunities.
•Discuss social class, stratification, and social mobility in relation to education.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking philosophical, psychological, and sociological concepts.

2

Review learning theories (Pavlov, Thorndike) and their classroom applications.

3

Focus on the historical development of education in Nigeria, including key policies and reforms.

4

Practice applying sociological concepts like social class and stratification to educational scenarios.

5

Review all tutor-marked assignments (TMAs) and their feedback.

6

Allocate study time evenly across all modules, focusing on areas of weakness identified in self-assessment exercises.

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