Vocational Studies in the Nigerian Educational System

Academic Paper from the year 2013 in the subject Pedagogy - School System, Educational and School Politics, , language: English, abstract: Education is a basic human right and considered by many as a tool for national development. However, this tenet has been challenged by several economists, especially by Pritchett (1996). His empirical analysis suggests that many countries, whilst having a large educated population, remain unable to make significant progress. It is also claimed that third world development is sluggish. These findings generate the question: while education increases globally, what exactly is it that hinders a country's progression? There are no short answers, but a major area of concern is the type and quality of education available. Scholars argued that a country needs a well-diversified educational system in order to gain sustainable development. This paper explores the situation in Nigeria for its development by providing technical and vocational education.

I was born and brought up in Nigeria to the Family of Mr. and Mrs James Ukpokodu. I had my elementary education at Azama Primary School and Jattu Secondary School respectively. I had my journey through Tertiary Institutions as follows: I. University of Benin 1999-2003 ii. Ambrose Alli University 2004-2007 iii. Usmanu Dan Fodio University 2012-2013 iv. Nasarawa State University, Keffi 2014-2020 Degrees: Diploma in Banking and Finance Bsc Degree in Economics Post Graduate Diploma in Education Masters in Education Admin and Planning I am happily married to Mrs Josephine Osimeh