MORAL VALUES EMBEDDED IN ORAL LITERATURE: INVESTIGATING THE COURSE CONTENTS OF ENGLISH 326 IN FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, ABEOKUTA IN AFFILIATION WITH UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN (CUDEP)
Abstract
This study examines the moral values embedded in oral literature as presented in the ENG 326 course content offered at the Federal College of Education, Abeokuta, in affiliation with the University of Ibadan under the CUDEP programme. The research explores how the selected oral literary forms—such as folktales, proverbs, myths, and songs—promote ethical behaviour, cultural consciousness, and character development among students. Using content analysis, the study reviews course materials, lecture outlines, and prescribed texts to identify recurring moral themes. Findings reveal that the course emphasizes values such as honesty, hard work, respect, communal responsibility, and social justice, which are essential for building responsible citizens and preserving cultural heritage. The study concludes that ENG 326 effectively integrates moral instruction through oral literature and recommends continuous curriculum review to strengthen its relevance to contemporary societal needs.
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