Teachers’ And Students’ Perceptions On The Adequacy Of Upper Basic Social Studies Curriculum As A Tool For Citizenship Participation And National Security, Nigeria

ABSTRACTThe present upper basic social studies curriculum in Nigeria which was introduce in 2007 and began its implementation in 2008 has eighteen themes and forty-seven topics. Meanwhile, part of its objective was to enable pupils to: become responsible and disciplined individuals capable and willing to contribute to the development of their societies; and develop a sense of solidarity and sharing based on a sense of security in one’s own culture. This study examines the perception of teachers and students on the adequacy of upper basic social studies curriculum as a tool for citizenship part…