Understanding Philosophy of Education

This book "Understanding Philosophy of Education" is primarily written by the author in response to the yearnings of the undergraduate and graduate students in the faculties and institutes of education within and outside Nigeria, for a comprehensive and balanced study material in this foundation course called philosophy of education. The author approaches this task from its Historical origin, cutting across the Western and African background. Major issues and concepts on Philosophy of Education are highlighted in a most explicit manner. This is one of the very few books that addresses all the basic components of philosophy of education. It is the result of over ten years of persistent research and teaching the course in tertiary institutions. The book is an academic and social monument and a must read book for all categories of teachers, students, school proprietors and management, policy makers on education and the various stake-holders in education. It is indeed a book for all lovers of knowledge, Wisdom, and of Course, Education.