“This is not the first time” – Nigerian mother calls out son’s teacher over tough marking scheme
A concerned Nigerian mother has shared her frustration regarding her son’s recent school assignment.
In the post, which has gained significant attention, the mother, identified as Jacinta Adeyemi, expressed her concerns about the accuracy of her son’s answers and the school’s teaching methods.
She explained that she often feels like she is overreacting when she raises issues at her son’s school. However, she firmly believed that this particular incident warranted discussion.
The assignment in question consisted of several questions related to theatre and performance arts. One question asked for the definition of a choreographer, to which Jacinta’s son responded, “A choreographer is a theater artist who teaches dance.”
While the answer was not an exact match to the teacher’s definition, Jacinta questioned whether her son should be marked wrong for providing a valid explanation.
Another question asked for three items used for makeup, to which the young student listed “powder, adhesive, and lipstick.”
The mother found no issue with this response, as it aligned with her understanding of makeup items.
The final set of questions focused on defining terms related to drama. When asked to define costume, the boy responded, “Costumes are the clothes and accessories worn by actors and actresses in drama presentation.”
While this answer was accurate, Jacinta’s concern arose with the definition of makeup. Her son defined makeup as “used by women to make them look beautiful.”
The mother questioned whether this definition was too narrow and gender-specific.
Jacinta emphasized that her son is in Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) and acknowledged that his handwriting may not be as neat as it should be. Nevertheless, she felt it was important to address these recurring issues in her son’s education.
The Facebook post quickly gained traction, with many parents and educators engaging in a lively debate about the expectations placed on students and the importance of accurate definitions.
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