1. How do you understand the impact of colonization on education and the socialization of people in formerly colonized countries? Do you feel that a colonial education system could easily be replaced in schools in for
Country Project Structure
Format of project
o Submit Powerpoint Presentation on Moodle
o 5-7 minutes recording on Loom link on last slide – Tutorial will be shared on Moodle for
technical help
Structure of the Presentation
o Country Background (general/political)
o Country Educational Situation – Overview of its Education System
o Explanation of Topic– What specific area of education is your focus
o Discussions and Exploring the Case – Issues and Challenges
o Conclusions/Recommendations/Way forward
o Citations
Important points to consider
o Choose a country context you are either familiar with or interested in exploring. We
encourage you to select lower/middle-income countries with significant educational
challenges that offer new understandings for all participants in the course.
o Your Powerpoint presentation and video recording will be evaluated together
o Presentation must follow the structure provided. It must not be overly crowded with text;
points should be precise and clear. Visuals such as pictures or short video clips (not more
than 2 minutes) will be appreciated.
o Video Recording is an opportunity for you to expand on important points. Please avoid
simply reading out the literature you found and instead, provide reflections on the desk
research you carried out.
o Similar to the Mini-Ted talk, we will be creating a format for you to comment on 2 of your
classmates’ country projects (5 points)
Grading Rubric (20 Points + 5 Points for Comments)
Knowledge of
content, country
context and
educational issues
(5)
Demonstrates deep understanding and awareness of ideas. Locates
and includes information for the country context and its education
system.
Use of
interdisciplinary
approaches to
convey content (5)
Incorporates interdisciplinary strategies to enhance discussions on
the selected educational issue. The socio-economic, political cultural
aspects of it must be considered.
Selects content to
encourage diverse
perspectives (5)
Strategically uses resources and/or experiences that challenge beliefs
and assumptions about educational challenges, that stimulate critical
thinking.
Citations and
Language (5)
Cites all data obtained from other sources.
Uses a standard and consistent citation style (e.g. APA, MLA,
Chicago) accurately throughout citations.
Sources are appropriate for academic work. Reflect clear research
and thoughtful, thorough engagement with the project.
No spelling and grammar mistakes.
Professional, academic language is used throughout written text and
oral presentation.
merly colonized countries? If so, why and how? If not, why not and what do you think might help?
2. From what you have learned about gender, sexualities and development throughout this course, what do you think are the key issues facing education in this regard? What still needs to be done (i) to ensure gender equality and (ii) to protect marginalized groups?
3. Discuss, using examples, how being situated in a conflict/emergency setting and engaged in child labour impedes educational opportunities and outcomes for children.
