Curriculum Implementation in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.51699/mjssh.v1i10.550Keywords:
Curriculum, Implementation, Tertiary institutionsAbstract
This paper discussed challenges facing curriculum implementation in Nigerian tertiary institutions. Qualitative and quantitative data were employed in the paper. The paper concludes that poor funding, shortage of academic staff, inadequate infrastructural facilities, insecurity, strike actions, unconducive learning environment and poor supervision. The paper recommended adequate funding, employment of more academic staff, provision of adequate facilities, implementation of agreement of trade unions and provision of adequate security and conducive learning environment.
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