building a skilled and inclusive society through the tenets of traditional education
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1 ORLUNGA BARTHOLOMEW GODSTIME
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1 Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education Rivers State University. Nigeria.
In today’s rapidly evolving world,
traditional education is now seen as a pivotal tool for building a skilled and
inclusive society, however this can only be made made manifest if the tenets of
traditional education are adequately given precedence to blend with our present
curriculum. However, it is pertinent to note that education in Nigeria is
structured and designed to blend with that of Anglo-American nations, of which
curriculum structure and design does not support and represent adequately the
African society, its culture and needs. while undermining the importance of the
curriculum of developed Asian country which is practically oriented and
designed to incorporate the culture of the people, science, practical
innovations and support artificial intelligence, this is what the African
(Nigerian) society truly need for her education. Thus, this paper explores the
role of traditional education in fostering intellectual development, practical
skill development, societal inclusion and economic development. through
examining the importance of structured learning environments, this research
investigates how traditional education can furnish individuals with essential
skills, to promote social mobility and bridge cultural divides. The findings
underscore the importance of injecting traditional education which is
practically designed and skill oriented, as well as prioritize inclusivity,
equity, and quality, ultimately contributing to a more prosperous and
harmonious society for all.
