Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Genesils(m): 10:22am On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca: When I was writing my Masters Thesis (abroad), my supervisor told me that any reference I'm quoting older than 10 years should be scrapped that the technology should be outdated by now.
Last week, I was browsing online when I saw an article published by my umdergraduate university (Nigeria) lecturer. His references dated as far back as 1970's. For an Engineering course o.
Wait lemme look for the picture. Lol
Modified: Oh, sorry it's 1963! For a paper written in 2014 |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by khalhokage(m): 10:23am On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
The electricity u are using to charge our phone When was it discovered. Was it less than ten years ago? Na wa u oo When electricity was discovered isn't important except for history students, engineering students should be more concerned with newer, better, safer and more efficient ways to generate that electricity. An outdated curriculum holds the entire engineering community of the nation back. 4 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Akanimoh08: 10:29am On Jul 08, 2018 |
GrandPa01: Some stakeholders have said Nigerian youths prefer to study abroad due to the decay in the nation’s education system . They spoke during a programme in Lagos on how Nigerians could study abroad with ease organised by the University of Sunderland , United Kingdom . The programme was held simultaneously in Lagos , Benin and Port Harcourt .
A Nigerian lecturer at the University of Sunderland , Larry Jones lamented that incessant strike in the nation ’ s tertiary institution had resulted in students spending up to six years for a course that should run for four years.
“ One of the reasons many youths want to study abroad is the quality they get . University of Sunderland understands the importance of giving the best . Our system back home in those days is measured with that of the UK , what has happened ? Over time, there is decay ; there is a system that is not working for the young people . Something is wrong with our education system ; we should change the way we do things . The way forward is for those coming to study abroad to go back and change things , ” he said .
Deputy Director , International , University of Sunderland , UK , Ian Moody said the school had been having students from Nigeria for almost a decade now , and the exhibition is to help students gain admission into the institution which had been in existence for over 100 years.
“ We have really found out that Nigerian students are of high quality and standard . They add more value to the curriculum of the university . We know it has been difficult getting Nigerian students into UK in terms of visas and fees . And what we want to do is give back to Nigerians and Africans in terms of offering scholarships . ”
source: https://m.guardian.ng/news/lecturer-explains-why-nigerian-youths-prefer-studying-abroad/ I did part of my medical study in South African and when I returned back to Nigeria, I was hit with 1 week of depression. The health care system in South Africa is far above that which I have seen in Nigeria. I was disappointed with this country. 5 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by dreamwords: 10:35am On Jul 08, 2018 |
khalhokage:
When electricity was discovered isn't important except for history students, engineering students should be more concerned with newer, better, safer and more efficient ways to generate that electricity.
An outdated curriculum holds the entire engineering community of the nation back. Flyca /// What im trying to tell u that olden days engineering/technological laws still holds and can be quoted . unless Nullified ones .oh yes I'm an engineering student,, F=ma , u can quote that anytime and it remains valid and the law is more than ten years old |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by khalhokage(m): 10:51am On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
Flyca /// What im trying to tell u that olden days engineering/technological laws still holds and can be quoted . unless Nullified ones .oh yes I'm an engineering student,, F=ma , u can quote that anytime and it remains valid and the law is more than ten years old It's not about the laws, they don't change unless new discoveries are made. It's about the technology and method and those change constantly, it'll be like someone teaching you how to operate a computer today using Windows ME. 7 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by wickyyolo: 11:09am On Jul 08, 2018 |
magicminister: I am your typical 2.2. graduate from a federal University in Nigeria. I was frustrated and treated so badly by the people that should've mentored me and encouraged me to grow. Fortunately, i was able to pursue a masters degree abroad and made a 3.9/4.0 gpa.
That was when i realized that i am actually not a dullard but the Nigerian public education system failed me... Even if you want to go to school in Naija, i strongly strongly advise you go to reputable private school like covenant. They might have stringent rules but at least you are sure that your effort would not be thwarted by a lecturer because he saw you eating isi-ewu at a bar or for some other stupid reasons!!
Graduating with a 2.2 automatically denied me many opportunities. I was pretty much ineligible for employment in most Nigerian companies, my dream of going to an IVY league school was out the window. Public schools in Naija isn’t worth it!!! You’re better off with a 2.1 from a mushroom private school than a 2.2 from a public school!!! No lies. ASUU is holding us back. |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Jokerman(m): 11:28am On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca:
So if you were asked to optimise the use of computer keyboard now, you'll start with typewriter?
You are a obviously a literature student. Face your front. Lol. Lol... kikikiki... 3 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Jokerman(m): 11:33am On Jul 08, 2018 |
khalhokage:
When electricity was discovered isn't important except for history students, engineering students should be more concerned with newer, better, safer and more efficient ways to generate that electricity.
An outdated curriculum holds the entire engineering community of the nation back. People who didn't study engineering can't understand... can't blame though, wen a TV repairer is called an engineer. .. 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by dreamwords: 11:47am On Jul 08, 2018 |
khalhokage:
It's not about the laws, they don't change unless new discoveries are made.
It's about the technology and method and those change constantly, it'll be like someone teaching you how to operate a computer today using Windows ME. Most Old technologies are still in use and valid Lead acid battery technology Is still still in use and valid.. Internal combustion engines are still trend in U r wrong to conclude that all old technologies are obsolete |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Meel: 11:51am On Jul 08, 2018 |
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Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by khalhokage(m): 11:56am On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
Most Old technologies are still in use and valid Lead acid battery technology Is still still in use and valid.. Internal combustion engines are still trend in Don't conclude that all old technologies are obsolete
This argument smh. Are the Lead acid batteries and internal combustion engines of the past comparable to what we have today? If i taught you how to build an engine using technology and method of the 80s and then told you to build an engine that can compete with the efficiency and performance of an engine made last year how well do you think you'll do? Or if i asked you to make a smartphone battery in the size and capacity of today's battery but only with knowledge of it was done 20 years ago will you be successful? 4 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Nobody: 12:31pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
It could depend on your thesis.
Some will require references beyond 10 years, other's, it will be plain silly 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Truth234(m): 12:36pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
Flyca /// What im trying to tell u that olden days engineering/technological laws still holds and can be quoted . unless Nullified ones .oh yes I'm an engineering student,, F=ma , u can quote that anytime and it remains valid and the law is more than ten years old Those are laws that rarely changed. You can quote them using recent works done on identified gap. Even the Power System Stability,1964, referenced by the lecturer has recent edition published on March 1995. Meaning, the author has identified certain areas that no longer hold values or can be improved. The lecturer was just lazy. 4 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by dreamwords: 12:46pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
khalhokage:
This argument smh.
Are the Lead acid batteries and internal combustion engines of the past comparable to what we have today?
If i taught you how to build an engine using technology and method of the 80s and then told you to build an engine that can compete with the efficiency and performance of an engine made last year how well do you think you'll do?
Or if i asked you to make a smartphone battery in the size and capacity of today's battery but only with knowledge of it was done 20 years ago will you be successful? The same way u asked ur Nigerian university to limit their quote to 20 years and they werent successful |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by khalhokage(m): 12:48pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
The same way u asker ur Nigerian university to limit their quote to 20 years and they werent successful At this point i don't think we're talking about the same thing, so I'm done. 4 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by QuotaSystem: 12:57pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
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Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Diamond294(f): 1:29pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca: When I was writing my Masters Thesis (abroad), my supervisor told me that any reference I'm quoting older than 10 years should be scrapped that the technology should be outdated by now.
Last week, I was browsing online when I saw an article published by my undergraduate university (Nigeria) lecturer. His references dated as far back as 1970's. For an Engineering course o.
Wait lemme look for the picture. Lol
Modified: Oh, sorry it's 1963! For a paper written in 2014 That's 51 years back. Damn! It was while writing my undergraduate thesis I got to know too. But you wicked small sha. Some of our lecturers don't even know it's wrong to use outdated references. 2 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by OGHENAOGIE(m): 3:16pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
khalhokage:
Please be honest, the Nigerian public school system is horrible, outdated curriculums, sadistic underqualified and largely corrupt lecturers, overcrowded lecture halls, lack of infrastructure, and generally a system that seems purpose built to frustrate students. leave am defending nonsense |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Nobody: 3:22pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
It shall never be well with Nigerian public uni lectuers. Amen!
Take your kids to private uni, a mushroom one is better than the so called UI or OAU. Thank me later. If you can not afford abroad uni. 3 Likes |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Vectormike(m): 3:56pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
dreamwords:
The electricity u are using to charge our phone When was it discovered. Was it less than ten years ago? Na wa u oo The same telephone your father used then, is it the same phone you're using now? What are you saying my guy? 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Vectormike(m): 3:57pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca:
So if you were asked to optimise the use of computer keyboard now, you'll start with typewriter?
You are a obviously a literature student. Face your front. Lol. 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Gaddafithe2nd(m): 5:20pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
Even most Nigerian lecturers send their kids to private universities or schools in abroad. They don't trust the system. I became tired of our educational system while I was in 300L. I attended most classes because of 75% attendance. I once challenged one oft my lecturers that what he is teaching us is obsolete, He replied; "My brother don't blame me, blame the school curriculum". When I was in my final, I stopped stressing myself for course works since I was already on 2.1. 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Buffalowings3(m): 5:44pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
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Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Buffalowings3(m): 5:47pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
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Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by obstead200(m): 6:33pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca: When I was writing my Masters Thesis (abroad), my supervisor told me that any reference I'm quoting older than 10 years should be scrapped that the technology should be outdated by now.
Last week, I was browsing online when I saw an article published by my undergraduate university (Nigeria) lecturer. His references dated as far back as 1970's. For an Engineering course o.
Wait lemme look for the picture. Lol
Modified: Oh, sorry it's 1963! For a paper written in 2014 Not all old theories that have become invalid. |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by sweetilicious(f): 8:52pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
iammo: And Nigerian youths perform better abroad, even when you switch a student from public university to a private well equipped university they end up performing excellent. It's almost as if public universities always want to prove a point by frustrating students Exactly 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by sweetilicious(f): 8:54pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
iammo:
From my experience having attended both public and private universities, public universities need a good quality control department to see to the standard of all processes of the university, from the frustrating coarse registration to medicals to bad timing of lectures to exessive crowding of classes, to lecturers lack of strong monitoring in a private school for instance this same lecturers from public university are very well behaved, the ones labeled sadist become friendly once they are in the private uni. My elder sister graduated in a naija uni accountancy with an average result, she enrolled for law in a brithish university and came up as the best graduating student of her class even with two wonderful kids to take care of and a side hustle You see 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by QuotaSystem: 10:04pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
Buffalowings3:
Oga stop there. Wikipedia is a good source. You just have to use those references at the bottom page. The fact that its editable defeats that argument, you would definitely stumble on those generic references regardless in the course of your literature review. 1 Like |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by NinaJoy(f): 10:55pm On Jul 08, 2018 |
flyca: When I was writing my Masters Thesis (abroad), my supervisor told me that any reference I'm quoting older than 10 years should be scrapped that the technology should be outdated by now.
Last week, I was browsing online when I saw an article published by my undergraduate university (Nigeria) lecturer. His references dated as far back as 1970's. For an Engineering course o.
Wait lemme look for the picture. Lol
Modified: Oh, sorry it's 1963! For a paper written in 2014 lol can't even laugh,,so sad |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by Hungarriman: 4:46pm On Mar 19, 2020 |
magicminister: I am your typical 2.2. graduate from a federal University in Nigeria. I was frustrated and treated so badly by the people that should've mentored me and encouraged me to grow. Fortunately, i was able to pursue a masters degree abroad and made a 3.9/4.0 gpa.
That was when i realized that i am actually not a dullard but the Nigerian public education system failed me... Even if you want to go to school in Naija, i strongly strongly advise you go to reputable private school like covenant. They might have stringent rules but at least you are sure that your effort would not be thwarted by a lecturer because he saw you eating isi-ewu at a bar or for some other stupid reasons!!
Graduating with a 2.2 automatically denied me many opportunities. I was pretty much ineligible for employment in most Nigerian companies, my dream of going to an IVY league school was out the window. Public schools in Naija isn’t worth it!!! You’re better off with a 2.1 from a mushroom private school than a 2.2 from a public school!!! Words on Marble, Chief. Truer words have never been spoken. |
Re: Lecturer Explains Why Nigerian Youths Prefer Studying Abroad by HigherEd: 12:57pm On Mar 20, 2020 |
magicminister: I am your typical 2.2. graduate from a federal University in Nigeria. I was frustrated and treated so badly by the people that should've mentored me and encouraged me to grow. Fortunately, i was able to pursue a masters degree abroad and made a 3.9/4.0 gpa.
That was when i realized that i am actually not a dullard but the Nigerian public education system failed me... Even if you want to go to school in Naija, i strongly strongly advise you go to reputable private school like covenant. They might have stringent rules but at least you are sure that your effort would not be thwarted by a lecturer because he saw you eating isi-ewu at a bar or for some other stupid reasons!!
Graduating with a 2.2 automatically denied me many opportunities. I was pretty much ineligible for employment in most Nigerian companies, my dream of going to an IVY league school was out the window. Public schools in Naija isn’t worth it!!! You’re better off with a 2.1 from a mushroom private school than a 2.2 from a public school!!! Which school did you do your MSc? |