Genuine Education For All, essential to Vision 2020 — Pai Obanya

vanguardngr.com by Olubusuyi Adenipekun | Jan. 29, 2009 (News Report)

In an attempt to employ the instrumentality of education to fast-track the realisation of Vision 2020, some stakeholders have stressed the need for Nigeria to embrace a type of education which is not synonymous to schooling.
The system of education they are clamouring for is Genuine Education For All (GEFA) which implies education in all its possible ramifications to all segments of the population, and most importantly, as a lifelong process. ... Full Story »

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Subjects: World, Business, Education
Topics: Global Economy, Africa, Lifelong Learning
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Posted by: Posted by Dale Penn - Jan 28, 2009 - 7:37 PM PST
Reviewed by: Dale Penn (review), ko ching yi (review), Patricia Blochowiak (review), Kristin Gorski (review)
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Dale Penn
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 by Dale Penn - Jan. 28, 2009

While I am unfamiliar with the publication this well written story provides several interesting parallels with stories in developed countries. Marrying lifelong learning with economic growth and stability seems to be a universal theme.

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Kristin Gorski
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 by Kristin Gorski - Jan. 30, 2009

A relevant special report looking at a paradigm shift in educational goals for Nigeria. The reporter features quotations from a couple of key stakeholders and leaders, but needs to include insights and opinions from others to give this issue more context.

I would love to hear more specifics about how Nigeria will implement GEFA, as it could be a model for schools worldwide. Prof. Obayan has made key distinctions about "bookishness" and education that could bring his country's educational initiatives to a more universal and empowering level.

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