First Semester

The course introduces students to basic concepts of research in education from sociological and philosophical perspectives in a historical and global view of education.

Purpose of the Course

The purpose of this course is to equip learners with general knowledge and skills in educational foundations. It expounds on the basic principles of education as founded on the pillars that form the Foundations of Education. 


The purpose of this course is to equip learners with Historical methods in education and their role in the development of educational research. it examines basic concepts in Historical methods in education and the tools of research in history of education.


The purpose of this course is to expose learners to evolution of western education systems and their influence in the development of education in Kenya.