The Ministry of Education (MoE) of Ethiopia has published a new textbook for Grade 10 History students. The textbook, titled “History Grade 10 Student Textbook,” covers a wide range of topics, including the development of capitalism and nationalism in Europe, the colonial experience in Africa, and the social, economic, and political developments in Ethiopia from the mid-19th century to the present day.
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The textbook is written in a clear and concise style, and it is well-organized and easy to use. It includes a variety of learning activities, such as questions, discussions, and projects, to help students engage with the material. The textbook also includes a glossary of key terms and a list of recommended readings for further study.
The new textbook is a valuable resource for Grade 10 History students in Ethiopia. It is well-written, informative, and engaging. It is sure to help students learn about the important historical events and developments that have shaped the world we live in today.
Here is a brief overview of the contents of the textbook:
Unit 1: Development of Capitalism and Nationalism 1815-1914
This unit covers the rise of capitalism and nationalism in Europe in the 19th century. It discusses the causes and consequences of these two major historical developments, and it examines how they impacted the world.
Unit 2: Africa & the Colonial Experience(1880s -1960s)
This unit examines the colonial experience in Africa from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. It discusses the motives of European colonialism, the Scramble for Africa, and the different forms of colonial rule. The unit also examines the African resistance movements against colonialism and the impacts of colonial rule on Africa.
Unit 3: Social, Economic & Political Developments in Ethiopia mid 19thc to 1941
This unit examines the social, economic, and political developments in Ethiopia from the mid-19th century to 1941. It discusses the long-distance trade routes and cottage industries in Ethiopia, the making of the modern Ethiopian state, and the external aggressions and the unity of the Ethiopian people in defense of national sovereignty. The unit also examines the inception of power struggle among the ruling elites and the Fascist Italian aggression and patriotic resistance.
Unit 4: Society and Politics in the Age of World Wars 1914-1945
This unit examines the society and politics in the age of World Wars from 1914 to 1945. It discusses the causes and consequences of the First World War, the October 1917 Russian Revolution, the League of Nations, the worldwide economic crisis, the rise of fascism in Italy, Nazism in Germany, and militarism in Japan, and the Second World War.
Unit 5: Global and Regional Developments Since 1945
This unit examines the global and regional developments since 1945. It discusses the formation, mission, principles, and achievements of the United Nations Organization, the rise of the superpowers and the beginning of the Cold War, the situations in Asia during the Cold War, the Non-Aligned Movement, and the Arab-Israeli conflict. The unit also examines the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Unit 6: Ethiopia: Internal Developments and External Influences from 1941 to 1991
This unit examines the internal developments and external influences in Ethiopia from 1941 to 1991. It discusses the major administrative reforms and socio-economic conditions in the post-liberation period, the deposition of the Emperor and emergence of the Derg, the socio-economic and political reforms of the Derg, the Ethio-Somalia War and foreign influences, the question of Eritrea, and the fall of the Derg.
Unit 7: Africa Since 1960
This unit examines the rise of independent states in Africa since 1960. It discusses the national liberation movements in North Africa, West Africa, East and Central Africa, and Southern Africa. The unit also examines the challenges of post-colonial Africa and the future of Africa.
Unit 8: Post- 1991 Developments in Ethiopia
This unit examines the post-1991 developments in Ethiopia. It discusses the Transitional Government of Ethiopia and the 1991 Transitional Charter, the 1995 Constitution and the Formation of the FDRE, and the challenges and opportunities of Ethiopia in the 21st century.
Conclusion
The new Ethiopian Grade 10 History Education Textbook is a valuable resource for students who want to learn about the important historical events and developments that have shaped the world we live in today. It is well-written, informative
