THE YORUBA TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY PROFESSIONS
- Arts
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 50 pages
- 1 units
This course, YOR 217: The Yoruba Traditional and Contemporary Professions, is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various professions in Yoruba society, both past and present. It explores the historical and cultural significance of traditional occupations while also examining modern professions and their impact on contemporary Yoruba life. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to appreciate, analyze, and potentially engage in these professions, fostering economic empowerment and community relevance.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 52 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 YOR217, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
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What you should be able to do
- Identify and describe various traditional Yoruba professions.
- Explain the significance of these professions in Yoruba culture.
- Identify and describe various modern Yoruba professions.
- Explain the role of education in modern Yoruba professions.
- Analyze the impact of globalization on Yoruba professions.
What it prepares you for
- Teacher
- Translator
- Journalist
- Actor
- Master of Ceremony
- Education
- Media
- Entertainment
- Cultural preservation
- Tourism
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 3: Iron Smelting
The traditional iron smelting process requires understanding of specific materials and techniques that may be unfamiliar.
- Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 2: Making Local Dyes
The dye-making process involves complex chemical reactions and requires precise measurements and timing.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 14 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Explanation of Work in Yoruba Land
Unit 1: Work and its Benefits · 1 hour
Read about the importance of work in Yoruba society. Identify the benefits of hard work.. Discuss Yoruba beliefs about work ethic..
- Week 2Module 1: Explanation of Work in Yoruba Land
Unit 2: Teaching Professions Among the Yoruba · 1 hour
Explore the traditional methods of teaching professions among the Yoruba.. Discuss the different ways skills were passed down through generations..
- Week 3Module 1: Explanation of Work in Yoruba Land
Unit 3: Professions Practiced by the Yoruba · 1 hour
Identify various professions practiced by the Yoruba people.. Understand the roles and significance of these professions in the community..
- Week 4Module 2: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 1
Unit 1: Farming · 1 hour
Learn about the details of farming as a profession.. Understand the benefits of farming and its importance in Yoruba culture..
- Week 5Module 2: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 1
Unit 2: Hunting · 1 hour
Explore the details of hunting as a profession.. Understand the benefits of hunting and its importance in Yoruba culture..
- Week 6Module 2: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 1
Unit 3: Traditional Art · 1 hour
Learn about the details of traditional art as a profession.. Understand the different types of Yoruba art and their significance..
- Week 7Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 1: Palm Oil Processing · 1 hour
Understand the process of extracting palm oil.. Learn the language used in palm oil processing..
- Week 8Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 2: Making Local Dyes · 1 hour
Learn about making local dyes.. Understand the process of making 'Lábúlábú'..
- Week 9Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 3: Iron Smelting · 1 hour
Explore the craft of iron smelting.. Learn the language associated with iron smelting..
- Week 10Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 4: Locust Bean Processing · 1 hour
Understand the process of making locust bean.. Learn the language used in locust bean processing..
- Week 11Module 3: Traditional Yoruba Professions Part 2
Unit 5: Pottery Making · 1 hour
Learn about the process of pottery making.. Understand the language associated with pottery..
- Week 12Module 4: Yoruba Professions in the Modern World
Unit 1: Teacher · 1 hour
Explore the role of teachers in contemporary Yoruba society.. Understand the qualities of a good teacher..
Unit 2: Master of Ceremony · 1 hour
Understand the role of a Master of Ceremony.. Learn the qualities of a good Master of Ceremony..
- Week 13Module 4: Yoruba Professions in the Modern World
Unit 3: Translator · 1 hour
Explore the role of translators.. Understand the qualities of a good translator..
Preparing for the exam
- Review all module summaries to reinforce key concepts and practices.
- Create flashcards for Yoruba terms related to each profession.
- Practice explaining the steps involved in traditional processes like palm oil extraction.
- Research current trends and challenges in modern Yoruba professions.
- Prepare examples of how cultural knowledge is applied in each profession.
Questions students ask about this course
What is YOR217 about?
This course, YOR 217: The Yoruba Traditional and Contemporary Professions, is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of various professions in Yoruba society, both past and present. It explores the historical and cultural significance of traditional occupations while also examining modern professions and their impact on contemporary Yoruba life. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to appreciate, analyze, and potentially engage in these professions, fostering economic empowerment and community relevance.
How many units does YOR217 have?
YOR217, THE YORUBA TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY PROFESSIONS, has 1 unit across 1 module, over 50 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is YOR217?
YOR217 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Arts.
Is YOR217 hard?
YOR217 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does YOR217 take to study?
About 52 hours of study, spread across its 1 units.
How is YOR217 assessed?
YOR217 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with YOR217?
Teacher, Translator, Journalist, Actor and Master of Ceremony.