First Semester Examinations

Explain any four (4) of their educational implications

Exposure to Rich Experiences: Adolescents have a growing capacity to understand abstract concepts and engage in critical thinking. Therefore, teachers should expose them to rich and real-life experiences rather than relying solely on traditional lectures. For example, instead of a lecture on the concept of justice, adolescents might benefit more from witnessing a court proceeding.

What are the intellectual characteristics of adolescents?

The intellectual characteristics of adolescents encompass several notable features that distinguish them from children. Here are the key intellectual characteristics of adolescents: A. Ability to Generalize Facts: Adolescents move beyond concrete thinking and develop the capacity to generalize concepts. For instance, they can reason that if an elderly person falls ill and their financially independent

Explain the roles of the teachers in guiding adolescent students on how cope with their developmental task.

Teachers play a crucial role in guiding adolescent students through their developmental tasks by providing support, mentorship, and a conducive learning environment. Here are some key roles teachers play in helping adolescents cope with their developmental tasks: Academic Support: Teachers help adolescents develop the knowledge and skills they need to succeed academically. This includes providing

Briefly discuss the contribution of metaphysics to education.

Metaphysics, as a philosophical discipline, has made significant contributions to education by shifting the focus of philosophical inquiry from the study of inanimate objects to the study of humanity and its place in the world. This transition was largely initiated by Socrates, who recognized the importance of understanding human nature, destiny, and the purpose of

Define metaphysics and state at least two issues in metaphysics

Metaphysics is a branch of philosophy that enquires into the problem of existence. The basic issues of metaphysics are: The Problem of Being: Some thinkers see existence as a hidden, mysterious reality that’s both everywhere and the source of everything. But there’s debate about whether it’s something beyond or right here with us. The Problem

Enumerate and discuss stages of learning in Islamic education.

Islamic education typically consists of several stages: 1. Nursery or early childhood stage (makarantar yara): At this stage, children aged around three to five learn basic Islamic practices and shorter Quranic chapters through oral instruction. They recite and memorize these verses, focusing on rituals like purification, ablution, prayer, and ethics. Teachers recite verses, and students

Compare and Contrast between Philosophy and Science

Comparison: Inquiry and Exploration: Both philosophy and science involve systematic inquiry and exploration to understand the world around us and the fundamental questions of existence, knowledge, and reality. Search for Truth: Both disciplines are driven by a quest for truth and understanding. Philosophers and scientists seek to uncover the underlying principles that govern our universe.

(a) Examine the concept, “a Just and Egalitarian Society” as stated in the Nigeria’s National Policy on Education (b) Discuss the implication of (a) above for the Nigeria’s Educational System

(a) Concept of “a Just and Egalitarian Society”: In Nigeria’s National Policy on Education, the concept of “a Just and Egalitarian Society” refers to a vision of a society that is characterized by fairness, equality, and social justice. It envisions a society where opportunities, resources, and benefits are distributed fairly to all citizens, regardless of

Discuss any five (5) relationships between knowledge and education

Discuss any five (5) relationships between knowledge and education   Foundation of Education: Knowledge forms the foundation of education. Education is the process of transmitting knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes from one generation to another. Without knowledge, there would be no substance to convey through the educational process. Acquisition of Knowledge: Education is the means

(a) What is axiology? (b) How would you relate ethics to education?

(a) What is Axiology? Axiology is a branch of philosophy that deals with the study of values. It examines questions related to ethics (moral values) and aesthetics (aesthetic values). Axiology explores what is considered valuable, how values are determined, and how they impact human experiences and actions. (b) Relating Ethics to Education: Ethics plays a

Explain the term epistemology

2. (a) Explain the term epistemology (b) What is the rationale behind true study of epistemology? (e) Identify and briefly explain five (5) criteria for knowledge     (a) Explain the term epistemology: Epistemology is the branch of philosophy that deals with the study of knowledge itself. It explores questions related to the nature, scope,

What is Philosophy?

What is Philosophy? Philosophy is the systematic exploration of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, ethics, and more. In the context of education, philosophy helps us examine the underlying principles and beliefs that shape our educational practices. (b) Modes of Philosophizing in Teacher Education: In the realm of teacher education, we have three main modes of

Briefly examine the evolution of Nigeria’s Philosophy of Education

Briefly examine the evolution of Nigeria’s Philosophy of Education. Prior to independence in 1960, many eminent Nigerians had variously expressed dissatisfaction with the system of education provided to Nigerians by the British Colonial masters. Among the prominent Nigerians were notable nationalists and educators. “Issues of relevance, comprehensiveness and focus as far back as the 1940’s”,