Evolution of Higher Education in Africa
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Which of the following statements is true regarding higher education institutions (HEIs) in precolonial Africa?

  • HEIs were formally established with structured curricula and physical infrastructure.
  • The primary role of HEIs was to transfer Western knowledge and values.
  • Learning was embedded in cultural settings without formally established institutions. (correct)
  • HEIs were primarily concentrated in the northern regions of Africa.

    • Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of higher education in precolonial Africa?

  • It served as a means of transferring cultural identity and coherent ways of life. (correct)
  • It was primarily concentrated in urban centers and aimed at educating the elite class.
  • It focused on transmitting Western scientific knowledge and values.
  • It aimed to prepare individuals for employment in colonial administrative structures.

    • Which of the following statements accurately describes the impact of colonialism on higher education in Africa?

  • Higher education remained largely unchanged and continued its precolonial traditions.
  • Colonizers encouraged the development of higher education institutions that promoted local cultural values.
  • British and French colonizers played a major role in shaping Africa's modern higher education institutions. (correct)
  • Colonizers actively promoted the establishment of indigenous higher education institutions.

    • What was the status of higher education institutions (HEIs) in Sub-Saharan Africa until the end of World War II?

    <p>There were few HEIs until the end of World War II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT listed as one of the main agents of change in the role of higher education institutions (HEIs) in Africa?

    <p>Colonization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of higher education in Africa during the 1960-1970 period?

    <p>HEIs were perceived as tools for socio-economic development, driven by human capital theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary role of higher education institutions (HEIs) during the colonial era in Africa?

    <p>To facilitate colonial administration and uphold European culture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary goal of the Africanization policy in higher education during the 1970s?

    <p>To create a uniquely African identity and shift towards an African paradigm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which colonial power made the least effort in establishing higher education institutions in its African colonies?

    <p>The Portuguese colonial power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a consequence of the colonial education system in Africa?

    <p>Africans became structurally dependent on colonial settings and detached from their roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

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