Problems and Prospects of Infusing Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in Social Studies and Civic Education Curriculum in North-Central Nigeria
Surajudeen Olayiwola Adegboye
Department of Social Sciences Education, Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria. Email: adegboye.os@unilorin.edu.ng
Cite this as: Adegboye, S. O. (2026). Problems and Prospects of Infusing Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in Social Studies and Civic Education Curriculum in North-Central Nigeria. Rima International Journal of Education, 5(1), 59-74. DOI: https://doi.org/10.65760/rijessu.v5.1.4
Abstract
Social Studies and Civic education curriculum is seen as a veritable tool for inculcating appropriate values, attitudes, skills and knowledge in citizens so that they can be functional and responsible. The study aims at assessing the problems and prospects of infusing cultural diversity and inclusion in social studies and civic education curriculum in North-Central, Nigeria. Through this, we would be able to examine the prevalence of cultural diversity and inclusion, the challenges being faced, benefits and strategies employed to explore these diversities. The research was a descriptive research design of survey type. The population for the study consisted of all basic social studies and civic education teachers across the seven states of the North-Central (Abuja inclusive). The target population was social studies and civic education teachers who were randomly selected across the seven states of the North-Central (including Abuja). The basic instrument was a researcher-designed questionnaire and it was subjected to content and face validity. From the findings, three main teachers’ perceptions were acknowledged on the inclusion of cultural diversity in the Social Studies and Civic Education. The study concludes that, Social Studies and Civic Education as a multidisciplinary subject, is uniquely positioned to promote understanding and appreciation of diversity which prepare learners for a multicultural world. Based on the findings, This study recommends the use of collaborative learning strategies to enhance intercultural understanding and making concerted efforts to ensure that Social Studies and Civic Education curriculum reflect the region's rich cultural diversity
Keywords
Cultural Diversity, Inclusion, Infusion, Identity, Basic Curriculum, Civic Education
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