Evolution of modern education in Ethiopia: A comprehensive review of the historical literature during the imperial periods

Eshetu Mandefro Cherinet, Hawassa University, Ethiopia
Abraham Tulu Mekonen, Hawassa University, Ethiopia

 10.21831/cp.v44i1.48299

Abstract


Ethiopia undertakes inordinate opportunities and significant challenges to shape its education system. To fully comprehend Ethiopia's education, it is necessary to understand its history. Thus, this article examines Ethiopian education during the imperial periods, focusing on historical trends, growth patterns, external and internal cultural challenges, and colonial influences that hindered the education transformations. Furthermore, it tries to reflect the bitter truths of imperial governments sacrificed to advance education for nation-building that prudish politicians have covered in the dust in the last decades. It also assesses efforts and support Western partners provide to enhance education in Ethiopia.


Keywords


traditional education; indigenous education; religious education; secular education; imperial governments; colonial influence; bitter truth

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