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The Role of The Teacher In Nation Building

2021, JIGAWA JOURNALOF MULTIDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

Nations all over the world invest hugely in teacher education because of the recognnot contributions of teachers in the production of manpower for the sustainability of the econon improvement of the society. Teachers of god quality who possess the competence and relevanrs crucial in implementing desired change and transformation and refinement of the nation. 1nis pape examined the role of teachers in nation building, Possession of new life skills like the ability to manage stress and Jrustration, will enhance students' capability of coping with growing pace ana change modern life. They also need critical thinking and cognitive skills to successfully adjust to issues of lje. With adequate lifë skills, students can successfully adapt to any environment and demonstrate positve behaviours when handling daily challenges. Teachers are saddled with the responsibility of developing appropriate skills in students. The role of the teacher in social development and socializing students were vividly articulated. The paper argued that the teacher socializes the students by carryng lnem toie trips, conferences, taking them to educational events where they participate with others through debate, quiz and other competitions. The teacher teaches students values that are very crucial for buildinga strong nation. Thro4gh the teacher, students learn their customs and cultural practices and the culture of other people. The contributions of the teacher in building students' skills for decision making communication, analytical skills and teamwork and entrepreneurial skills and the benefits of skills to students in solving everyday problem were examined. The paper further discussed teacher education in Nigeria, the challenges and concludes by preferring recommendations for the improvement of teacher education in the countryfor building aformidable and virile nation.

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