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PDU3701 ASSIGNMENT 2 SEMESTER 1 2024
- Course
- PDU3701
- Institution
- University Of South Africa (Unisa)
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MODULE CODE : PDU3701
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ASSIGNMENT NUMBER : 2
Paragraph type questions: Mandatory assignment
, Question 1
1.1 Issues to be addressed in education in the context of African philosophy's
attempt to reassert distinctively African ways of thinking and relating to the
world:
a. Decolonization of Education: This involves challenging and dismantling the
Eurocentric curriculum and pedagogical approaches that dominate education
systems in Africa. Decolonization seeks to integrate indigenous knowledge
systems, histories, and cultural perspectives into educational frameworks.
b. Cultural Relevance: Education should reflect and respect the diverse
cultural backgrounds of African learners. It should acknowledge and
incorporate indigenous languages, traditions, and ways of knowing into the
curriculum to ensure that students see themselves represented and valued in
their educational experiences.
c. Empowerment and Critical Thinking: African philosophy emphasizes the
importance of empowering individuals to think critically and independently.
Education should foster critical thinking skills, encourage questioning, and
promote active engagement with knowledge, rather than rote memorization or
passive learning.
d. Community Engagement: Education should not only focus on individual
achievement but also emphasize communal values and responsibilities. It
should encourage collaboration, cooperation, and collective problem-solving,
fostering a sense of solidarity and social cohesion within communities.
1.2 Ubuntu and communality are central ethical concepts in African
philosophy that emphasize interconnectedness, empathy, and mutual support
among individuals within a community. Incorporating these principles into
education can have several profound implications:
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