About this Abstract |
Meeting |
MS&T21: Materials Science & Technology
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Symposium
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Curricular Innovations and Continuous Improvement of Academic Programs (and Satisfying ABET along the Way): The Elizabeth Judson Memorial Symposium
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Presentation Title |
Assessment of Ceramic Higher Education Curricula in Nigeria and Prospects for 21st Century Learners |
Author(s) |
Oluwafemi Samuel Adelabu |
On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Oluwafemi Samuel Adelabu |
Abstract Scope |
In a rapidly changing world, the role of curriculum in higher education for nurturing talents for the work-world cannot be overemphasised. Today, there is a growing need to reconsider the existing curricular structure of higher education programmes in order to align the institutional training capacity with the realities of the 21st Century's socio-technical and ecological needs. With a focus on science-inclined ceramic programmes in Nigerian tertiary institutions, this study examines existing and evolving curricular frameworks with respect to graduate employability and ease of professional practice. Using both both quantitative and qualitative data, the study revealed some areas of gap and also highlighted efforts towards making appropriate curricular reform which will enable gainful graduate engagements especially within the ceramic professional circle. A more critical approach to curricular review and a student-centred learning strategy are encouraged to tailor the programme toward meeting the learners' competency needs in a digital era. |