Decolonise the curriculum for global relevance
In the campaign to decolonise the curriculum, some young people have argued for a “decolonised, Afrocentric curriculum”, with Afrocentrism as a new standard and Africa as the beginning and end of what is worth knowing.But, to do so would not be truly developmental because in progressive thought Afrocentrism is never the end; it is rather a means, a stepping stone to a global platform where scholars engage in intellectual and cultural exchange as equals.
Write an argumentative essay of not more than TWO pages in which you argue for or against the ideas on decolonising education expressed by the author in the above text.
Your essay should:
• have a clear structure: Introduction, Body and Conclusion;
• show your position or perspective on the topic;
• present a coherent and logical argument supported by evidence, such as your observations, experiences, and other sources, and
• demonstrate your knowledge of written academic English.
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