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Module 18: History and Government

National philosophies and developments.

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SECTION: HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT

MODULE: 18

Part A: Units

1. National philosophies (Kenya)

a. African Socialism

b. Harambee, Nyayoisim

c. Impact of national philosophies

2. Social, economic and political developments and challenges in Kenya since independence

a. Political developments

b. Economic developments and challenges

c. Social developments and challenges

Part B: Project

Study national philosophies and post-independence changes in Kenya.

Project Title: Kenya National Philosophies and Development

Objective: Connect national philosophies with Kenya's development story.

Project Instructions:

1. Define African Socialism, Harambee, and Nyayoism.
2. Explain one impact of each philosophy.
3. Identify one political, economic, and social development since independence.
4. Describe one major challenge in each area.
5. Consult your coach where necessary.

Evidence to Submit:

• Notes on philosophies and impacts.
• Development and challenge summary.
• Short reflection on lessons learned.

Submission

Part C: Training Others

Teach a peer about Kenya's national philosophies.

Guidance:

• Explain the meaning of each philosophy.
• Discuss their impact on society.
• Highlight one key development and challenge.

Reflection:

• What did the learner understand well?
• What needed more explanation?
• What support do you need from your coach?

Submission

Part D: Assessment

Competency Levels:

1 = Expectations not met

2 = Partially met

3 = Satisfactorily met

4 = Excellently met

Coach assessment: Learner completes the self-assessment using the 1-4 scale. The coach prepares a short quiz or conversation (outside the system if needed) and assigns the coach score.

Self-assessment:

• National philosophies and meaning:
• Impact of philosophies:
• Post-independence developments:

Coach assessment:

• National philosophies and meaning:
• Impact of philosophies:
• Post-independence developments:

Submission

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