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Implications of Thomas Aquinas Philosophy on Contemporary Education in Kenya; A Classical Perspective

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  • Khisa Alfred Simiyue

    (Department of Educational Foundations Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya)

  • Elvis Kauka Omondi

    (Department of Educational Foundations Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, Kenya)

  • Werunga Khisa Stephen

    (Department of Education Management Kibabii University, P.O Box 1699-50200, Kenya)

  • William Kosgey

    (Department of Education Foundations Moi University, Kenya)

Abstract

The overemphasis of human capital for addressing societal needs has driven education systems globally to reorient education systems towards empowering the young with vital competencies for suitability in the job market. In Kenya, such an approach has led to overemphasis of grades, thus void of Values for societal change. However, other approaches like social change perspective that advocates for the transformation of the person for societal change prioritizes the “common good†as vital element for change. In addition, it allows state and religious organizations to influence education curriculum, aims and objectives for societal change. This study critically examines the salient features of Thomas Aquinas’ Theory of education and establishes whether Thomas Aquinas’ philosophical ideas can facilitate the realization of responsible citizens in Kenya.. The study recommends for a multidimensional approach in handling discipline issues, curriculum formulation and implementation and finally embracing a thomistic tradition for reforming education in Kenya for holistic training.

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  • Khisa Alfred Simiyue & Elvis Kauka Omondi & Werunga Khisa Stephen & William Kosgey, 2021. "Implications of Thomas Aquinas Philosophy on Contemporary Education in Kenya; A Classical Perspective," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 5(7), pages 688-693, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:5:y:2021:i:7:p:688-693
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