Capitol University
Cagayan de Oro City
Comparative Studies
Educational System in Africa
( by Linda D. Saab )
Date assigned: Jan.22,2011
Dear Dr. Olga,
I learned that like in many other countries Africa has been undergoing major reforms of educational system to heighten educational qualities. They have 3 levels of education and are integrated in National qualification Framework the South African Authority Act of 1996. The preschool has two groups ; the Pre Grade R (4yrs) and a Grade R(5 &6 yrs.). The primary Education has 3 years of senior primary phase. At this level children learn to read, write, calculate and the basic of second language. The subjects taught are the same in the Philippines. The secondary education is from grade 10 to 12 years old. Their classes is from Monday to Friday starting at 8:00 am to 2:30 pm. Uniform is compulsory. The academic year is from January to December split into 4 terms because of their season. Acceptance of their students is based on “feeder zone” those homes near the school. Other applicants are accepted in first come first serve bases. Same in other countries students need to have certificate of completion and have to undergo standard examination before one can be accepted in the universities. In Higher Education one has to wait at least a year after getting a degree to apply for a Master, Honour, or Ph. D. For Master degree it takes 2 years and for Honor degree & Ph.D it would take 4 years.
I realized that our educational system is most likely the same with Africa .There’s a need to address the need in all ages the Education For All (EFA) Goal. In Africa out 52 million children (CY2000) only 50.5 % enrolled in 29,386 primary and secondary schools.
As educators , I need to revisit the data of those retained, and drop outs and make some steps to solve the differences. I also have to give more emphasis on the Education for All (EFA) to help increase the literacy rate if not totally be eliminated .
Your student ,
Linda
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