History of Nigerian social studies education

Meaning and Importance of AgricultureSocial Studies J.S.S 1 First Term

WEEK 1

History of Nigerian social studies education

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to:

1. Explain the history of Nigerian social studies education.

 

Content

History of Nigerian social studies education

 

Social studies were first conceived in the united states and later spread to Europe. After the world wars, it was identified as a course that is relevant to the understanding of man and his problems. Conferences were held to spread it in Africa, i.e. Mombasa conference in Kenya. The adoption of Social Studies as a subject in Africa was to make education more relevant to the needs of the Society.

 

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