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Education and Planned Curriculum in a Corrupt Nation: Implication for Falling Standard of Education in Nigeria

Justina Lere CHARLES & Meshach MURUWEI

Abstract

Education is a vital process for transmitting cultural values, fostering societal growth, and ensuring the dissemination of knowledge to maintain social stability and progress. This paper examines the relationship between education and a planned curriculum in the context of a corrupt society, focusing on its implications for the declining standard of education. It explores key concepts such as education, curriculum design, corruption, the role of education in combating corruption, and actionable solutions to address these challenges. The paper concludes by suggesting that schools should prioritize teaching values such as truth, integrity, selflessness, patience, and dedication to restore moral order in society. Efforts to fight corruption should involve more subtle approaches that encourage sustainable behavioral change among citizens. The government should emphasize educational outcomes that target the affective domain, focusing on shaping positive attitudes, emotions, and dispositions. Furthermore, educational institutions should integrate the development of affective competencies into their curriculum to promote ethical and responsible behavior.

Keywords

EducationCurriculumCorruption and Falling Standard

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