Folklore and Moral Education: Oral Traditions as Pedagogical Tools in Traditional Societies

J. E. Tanko; N. O. Adebayo

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Folklore and Moral Education: Oral Traditions as Pedagogical Tools in Traditional Societies

Authors: J. E. Tanko, N. O. Adebayo

Vol. 15 | No. 1 | pp. 71-85 | Published: 2023-04-18

Abstract

This study analyzes indigenous folk tales, proverbs, and oral narratives, illustrating how cultural lore functioned as a primary conduit for ethical socialization, character formation, and communal cohesion.

Keywords: Oral Literature, Folklore, Indigenous Knowledge, Moral Education, Cultural Heritage

How to Cite (APA)

J. E. Tanko, N. O. Adebayo (2023). Folklore and Moral Education: Oral Traditions as Pedagogical Tools in Traditional Societies. Lapai Journal of Humanities, 15(1), 71-85.