The intention of this paper is to describe and reflect on the changes in the new 9-year basic education mathematics curriculum in Nigeria. The paper is divided into four major themes: history of curriculum development in mathematics education at the basic education level in Nigeria, the motivations for the revision of the primary and junior…

This paper makes a case for "good politics for good education", with special reference to Nigeria. It surveys the impact of good and bad politics on the attainment of Meaningful Access to education with special focus on Nigeria's Universal Basic Education (UBE) programme. Good politics is to be likened to what the French call "la…

The 2011 International Pre-Conference of the Commission on International Adult Education (CIAE), American Association for Adult & Continuing (AAACE), was successfully conducted from October 30-November 1, at the Hyatt Regency, Indianapolis, Indiana. This publication presents the papers presented during the proceedings. These are: (1) Adult…

This paper discusses the relevance of e-learning in the position of distance education in Nigeria. It commences by discussing the meaning of e-learning and distance education. It also discusses the historical background of distance education in Nigeria as well as the operations of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) as the first federal…

This paper discusses the relevance of e-learning in the position of distance education in Nigeria. It commences by discussing the meaning of e-learning and distance education. It also discusses the historical background of distance education in Nigeria as well as the operations of National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) as the first federal…

Provides the background to the present trends in Nigerian education, comments on the expediency of the current moves, analyzes the issue in light of C. E. Beeby's (1966) hypothesis of educational stages and raises some questions relevant to the Universal Primary Education program in Nigeria, vis-a-vis the present level of social and economic…

The history of the English language in Nigeria from early missionary schools to the present day is outlined. Main reasons for wanting to learn English are: Practical necessity; economic advantage; status; religious motives, and civic responsibility. English is seen as the medium of communication with most foreign countries. (CHK)

Reviews the history of western education in African countries and asserts that Africa has unique problems that require special analysis and treatment in order to facilitate her gaining confidence to train her own administrators. (Author/WM)

This bibliography, one of a series, cites books, dissertations, government documents, and journal articles examining education at all levels in Nigeria. Topics dealt with include educational history, educational practices, and educational policy. The collection was compiled from the catalogs and other available indexes within the libraries at…

Traces the almost 130 year history of the Scottish-sponsored Presbyterian mission at Calabar, Nigeria, from 1846 until its secularization by the Nigerian government in 1974. Describes curriculum principles and priorities, Presbyterian values, mission educational policy, and relationship to the colonial state. Reveals a record of social, economic,…

A historical review of teacher education development in Nigeria from 1890 to the present covers periods of experimentation, reorganization, and consolidation and independence. The lack of progress as well as the national potential for solving the problems are noted. (LBH)

Describes the Nigerian educational system. Answers critiques of the liberal arts legacy of the colonial period by pointing out the contributions of the tradition. Advocates a balanced educational curriculum integrating science and technical education with a wide range of humanistic disciplines that address traditional and contemporary issues. (DMM)

The history of university education in Nigeria is examined, beginning with the implementation of the Lord Eric Ashby Commission's report in 1962, which started the march towards general access to university education. Following an introduction by Idris Abdulkadir, the following papers are presented: "The Nigerian University as a Trustee of…