The Role of Nomadic Education in Developing Nomadic Community

Authors

  • M.H Shagari Department of Islamic Studies Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto-Nigeria
  • H. Y. Bello Department of Education, Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto-Nigeria
  • Umar S. Department of Education, Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto-Nigeria

Abstract

The paper discusses the basic objectives of Nomadic Education which is to help the nomads contribute their quota in their Societal development, these objectives include the training of the mind and understanding of the world around them, that is training in scientific and critical thinking while the acquisition of appropriate skills and the development of mental, physical and social abilities and competences as equipment for the individual to live in and contribute to the development of the society. Furthermore, the paper will examine the multifaceted schooling arrangement to suit the diverse transhumant habits of Fulani, some conclusions are drawn and recommendations for the improvement of nomadic education for the benefiting communities is also discussed.

DOI: 10.5901/ajis.2013.v2n6p17

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Published

19-09-2013

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 6 (2013): Special Issue - August 2013

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Research Articles

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The Role of Nomadic Education in Developing Nomadic Community. (2013). Academic Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 2(6), 17. https://www.richtmann.org/journal/index.php/ajis/article/view/612