PDU3701
ASSIGNMENT 2 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 23 May 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 23 May 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
9.5.2 Assignment 02: Paragraph type questions: Mandatory assignment
QUESTION 1
1.1 African philosophy is concerned with attempting to reassert distinctively African ways of
thinking and of relating to the world. In the light of this, what issues need to be addressed in
education? list 4 issues. (8)
ANSWER:
Issues to be Addressed in Education from an African Philosophy Perspective:
1. Decolonization of the Curriculum: African philosophy emphasizes the need to decolonize
education by challenging Eurocentric perspectives and incorporating indigenous knowledge
systems. This involves reevaluating the content and structure of the curriculum to reflect
African histories, cultures, and worldviews.
2. Cultural Relevance: Education should be culturally relevant and responsive to the diverse
backgrounds and experiences of African learners. This includes incorporating indigenous
languages, traditions, and values into teaching and learning practices to foster a sense of
cultural pride and identity.
ASSIGNMENT 2 (SEMESTER 1)
DUE DATE: 23 May 2024
Written Assignment Submission Guidelines:
Please ensure that your assignment is submitted electronically through the myUnisa platform no
later than 23 May 2024. Kindly note that fax or email submissions will not be accepted.
NB: Assignment submitted to the lecturer(s) through email will not be considered.
9.5.2 Assignment 02: Paragraph type questions: Mandatory assignment
QUESTION 1
1.1 African philosophy is concerned with attempting to reassert distinctively African ways of
thinking and of relating to the world. In the light of this, what issues need to be addressed in
education? list 4 issues. (8)
ANSWER:
Issues to be Addressed in Education from an African Philosophy Perspective:
1. Decolonization of the Curriculum: African philosophy emphasizes the need to decolonize
education by challenging Eurocentric perspectives and incorporating indigenous knowledge
systems. This involves reevaluating the content and structure of the curriculum to reflect
African histories, cultures, and worldviews.
2. Cultural Relevance: Education should be culturally relevant and responsive to the diverse
backgrounds and experiences of African learners. This includes incorporating indigenous
languages, traditions, and values into teaching and learning practices to foster a sense of
cultural pride and identity.
