essay

Classroom learning

kiribati: a changing atoll culture[Suva, Fiji] • Published In 1985 • Pages: 85-97

By: Tautua, Arobati.

Abstract
This document traces recent developments in Kiribati’s education system, focusing on the aims, content, and performance of government schools that were previously managed by Christian churches. While the system has been successful in graduating many Kiribati from technical schools and foreign universities, employment opportunities on the islands have remained limited. For maps and glossary, see Mason (1985).
Subjects
Education system
Elementary education
Vocational education
Teachers
Educational theory and methods
Students
Missions
Religious and educational structures
Speech
Acculturation and culture contact
culture
Kiribati
HRAF PubDate
2018
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Micronesia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Types
Educator
Indigenous Person
Document Rating
5: Excellent Primary Data
Analyst
Teferi Abate Adem ; 2016
Field Date
1982-1985
Coverage Date
1977-1985
Coverage Place
Republic of Kiribati
Notes
Arobati Tautua ; photographs by Tony Whincup
LCCN
86214124
LCSH
Kiribati--Social life and customs
Kiribati--Social conditions