This case study examines the different educational institutes in Nigeria that work in the area of curriculum development. Some receive money directly from the government; others operate as independent academic institutions and are part of a university. One institute from each category is examined. (RB)

Beginning with the decade of the 50's, continuing through the 60's and midway into the 70's, the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Office of Education, and, most recently, the National Institute of Education have become involved in curriculum development on a national basis. The climate of the 1950's and early 60's witnessed the upgrading and…