History of Education in Nigeria
- Education
- 700 level
- 2 credit units
- 121 pages
- 13 units
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the history of education in Nigeria, from its traditional roots to the present day. It examines the evolution of educational systems, policies, and practices, highlighting the contributions of various stakeholders, including missionaries, colonial governments, and Nigerian nationalists. The course also analyzes the impact of key educational reforms and challenges, equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of the historical context shaping contemporary education in Nigeria.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 25 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU714, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 THE EARLY MISSIONARIES AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF EDUCATION IN NIGERIAPage 33
- UNIT 2 COLONIAL GOVERNMENT INVOLVEMENT IN NIGERIA EDUCATION (1872-1882)Page 41
- UNIT 3: 1887 AND 1916 EDUCATION ORDINANCESPage 48
- UNIT 4 THE IMPACT OF PHELPS-STOKES COMMISSION ON EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIAPage 55
- UNIT 5 EDUCATIONAL SITUATION IN NORTHERN NIGERIA (PROVINCE)Page 63
- UNIT 1 SECONDARY EDUCATION IN NIGERIA 1859 – 1929Page 71
- UNIT 2: EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA BETWEEN 1925 TO 1939Page 82
- UNIT 3: HIGHER EDUCATION IN NIGERIAPage 89
- UNIT 4: REGIONALIZATION AND EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIAPage 97
- UNIT 5 THE NATIONAL CURRICULUM CONFERENCE AND THE NATIONAL POLICY ON EDUCATIONPage 105
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU714 · UNIT 2: NIGERIAN TRADITIONAL EDUCATION
There are so many sources of gathering information of the major characters, places or incidents of the past. This study will limit the sources to two major areas, namely primary and secondary sources.
What you should be able to do
- Analyze the historical development of education in Nigeria.
- Compare and contrast traditional, Islamic, and Western educational systems.
- Evaluate the impact of colonial policies on Nigerian education.
- Assess the role of key figures and organizations in shaping educational reforms.
- Understand the evolution of educational policies and their implications.
- Critically examine the challenges and opportunities facing contemporary education in Nigeria.
What it prepares you for
- Education Administrator
- Policy Analyst
- Curriculum Developer
- Teacher
- Education Consultant
- Education Sector
- Government Agencies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Research Institutions
- International Development
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 3: 1887 and 1916 Education ordinances
Understanding the nuances of colonial educational policies requires careful analysis of historical context and motivations.
- Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria
Unit 3: Higher Education in Nigeria
Analyzing the Ashby Commission's recommendations requires understanding complex educational planning and resource allocation strategies.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 41 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria
Unit 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria · 2 hours
Read the introduction to history of education in Nigeria.. Understand the concepts of history and education.. Differentiate between formal, informal, and non-formal education..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria
Unit 2: Nigeria Traditional Education · 3 hours
Study the philosophy of traditional education in Nigeria.. Identify the aims and characteristics of traditional education.. Examine the stages of education in traditional Nigerian society..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria
Unit 3: Higher Education in Traditional Society · 3 hours
Distinguish between general education and higher education in Nigeria traditional society.. Discuss the different areas of higher education in traditional society.. Examine the methods used by traditional medicine practitioners..
- Week 4Module 1: Introduction History of Education in Nigeria
Unit 4: Islamic Education in Nigeria · 3 hours
Study the philosophy of Islamic education.. List the basic contents of Islamic education.. Discuss the origin of Islam in Nigeria.. Comment on the opportunities of Islamic education in Nigeria today..
- Week 5Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 1: The Early Missionaries and the Development of Education in Nigeria · 3 hours
State reasons why Europeans visited Nigeria in the 1840s.. Examine the activities of the early missionaries in Nigeria.. State the aim, content, and control of the early mission schools..
- Week 6Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 2: Colonial Government involvement in Nigeria Education (1872 – 1882) · 3 hours
State reasons why the British colonial government did not interfere in education before 1882.. Discuss the aim of colonial education in Nigeria.. List provisions of the 1882 education ordinance..
- Week 7Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 3: 1887 and 1916 Education ordinances · 3 hours
State the circumstances that led to the introduction of the 1887 education ordinance.. List some provisions of the ordinance.. Mention advantages of the ordinance..
- Week 8Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 4: The impact of Phelps-Stokes Commission on Education Development in Nigeria · 3 hours
State the meaning and composition of the Phelps-Stokes Commission.. List the objectives of the commission.. Discuss the recommendations of the commission..
- Week 9Module 2: Advent of Western Education in Nigeria
Unit 5: Educational situation in Northern Nigeria (Province) · 3 hours
State the factors that affected the early introduction of western education in Northern Nigeria.. Discuss the efforts made by the colonial government in encouraging education in the Northern protectorate..
- Week 10Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria
Unit 1: Secondary Education in Nigeria 1859 – 1929 · 3 hours
State factors that caused the late establishment of secondary schools in Nigeria.. Identify some of the early secondary schools and their owners.. Discuss problems of the early secondary schools in Nigeria..
- Week 11Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria
Unit 2: Educational Development in Nigeria Between 1925 to 1939 · 3 hours
Mention basic principles of the 1925 memorandum on education.. State contributions of Sir Hugh Clifford to the nation's education.. Examine contributions of Mr. E. R. J. Hussey to the development of education in Nigeria..
- Week 12Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria
Unit 3: Higher Education in Nigeria · 3 hours
List factors that lead to the establishment of Yaba Higher College.. Mention the contributions of Yaba Higher College.. State some of the problems of Yaba Higher College..
- Week 13Module 3: Secondary and Higher Education in Nigeria
Unit 4: Regionalization and Educational Development In Nigeria · 3 hours
Discuss the basic principles of regionalization on education.. Examine the efforts made by each region to develop education within the period.. Review the National Curriculum Conference and the National Policy on Education.
Unit 5: The National Curriculum Conference and the National Policy on Education · 3 hours
Examine the circumstances that led to the 1969 curriculum conference in Nigeria.. Discuss the importance of the National Policy on Education.. List and discuss some of the problems facing the full implementation of the National Policy on Education in Nigeria..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a timeline of key events and policies in Nigerian education history.
- Compare and contrast the educational philosophies of traditional, Islamic, and Western systems.
- Focus on the objectives, provisions, and impacts of the 1882, 1887, and 1916 Education Ordinances.
- Analyze the recommendations of the Phelps-Stokes Commission and their influence on subsequent educational reforms.
- Review the factors that led to the establishment of Yaba Higher College and the University College Ibadan.
- Understand the regionalization of education and its effects on educational development in different regions.
- Examine the National Curriculum Conference and the National Policy on Education, including their objectives, structure, and challenges.
- Practice essay questions on the roles of key figures such as Henry Carr, Hugh Clifford, and Eric Hussey.
- Create concept maps linking the different modules and units to understand the interconnectedness of topics.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and identify areas needing further study.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU714 about?
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the history of education in Nigeria, from its traditional roots to the present day. It examines the evolution of educational systems, policies, and practices, highlighting the contributions of various stakeholders, including missionaries, colonial governments, and Nigerian nationalists. The course also analyzes the impact of key educational reforms and challenges, equipping students with a comprehensive understanding of the historical context shaping contemporary education in Nigeria.
How many units does EDU714 have?
EDU714, History of Education in Nigeria, has 13 units across 3 modules, over 121 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is EDU714?
EDU714 carries 2 credit units, at 700 level in Education.
Is EDU714 hard?
EDU714 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EDU714 take to study?
About 25 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.
How is EDU714 assessed?
EDU714 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with EDU714?
Education Administrator, Policy Analyst, Curriculum Developer, Teacher and Education Consultant.