Integrating African Indigenous Education in the Curriculum: A Learning Curve for South Africa
Stewart Lee Kugara,
Tsetselelane Decide Mdhluli
Abstract:Even though Western education is indispensable and became a game changer, its adoption in the mainstream education system (curriculum) has substantially strained the passing of relevant skills, values, and knowledge to most African communities. The adoption of Western education was not tailored to the context, realities, and needs of most indigenous communities. The popular and accepted Western education has been applauded for preparing graduates who mostly look for employment, do not resonate with their reali… Show more
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