PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION FOR TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS

Abstract

Philosophy has always been the core foundation of every educational policy, theory and practice. This underscores the indispensability of “Philosophy of Education for Tertiary Institutions ” as a course of study in the faculty of education in tertiary institutions. Both teachers and students of Education need to have a sound knowledge of Philosophy of Education in order to function more effectively and make positive contributions to educational reforms and practices in their societies. This is of particular importance at a time like now, when there is an urgent need for critical analysis, clarification and rational input regarding educational issues, in a bid to repositioning and sustaining education as a veritable instrument for development, and in alignment with the needs and demands of today's society. To this end, the book, Philosophy of Education for Tertiary Institutions, is an idea and asset for the right time, and has truly come to enhance the actualization of policy, educational objectives and, of course, national development.