Journal of Educational Research and Practice
Journal of Educational Research and Practice is a peer-reviewed open-access journal that provides a comprehensive platform for studies and dialogue about developments and change in the field of education and learning. This journal serves as a forum for researchers, educators, and practitioners to contribute to the understanding and improvement of educational research and practices. Encompassing a diverse array of topics, such as curriculum development, educational technology, and innovative teaching methodologies, the journal aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice in education. The journal prioritizes accessibility and inclusivity, providing a global audience with valuable insights into the latest developments and discussions within educational research and practice. Through the publication of original research articles, reviews, and case studies, the journal strives to enhance the quality of education, inform evidence-based practices, and contribute to the ongoing improvement of educational methodologies and outcomes. eISSN: 3027-2602 ISSN: 3026-9172
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TEACHERS’ ATTITUDES TOWARDS USING ICT AS AN EDUCATIONAL TOOL IN PRIVATE AND PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN MISAU L.G.A, BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
Education for over two decades has taken a new turn to improve the way instructions are passed to students. Educational improvement has seen the introduction of so many Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools in education, for which teachers were trained, while some develop themselves to be able to use these tools in the classroom as an educational tool. The study is on teachers’ attitudes towards using ICT as educational tools in Misau L.G.A of Bauchi State, Nigeria. Three objectives and research questions were formulated for the study. The significance of this study is solely focused on probing the Misau L.G.A. secondary school teachers’ attitude towards using ICT. This study also looked into the beliefs that concern teachers by using ICT as an educational tool and also their attitudes based on factors such as beliefs and experience level. The population of the study comprises of 2000 teachers and data was gathered from 200 participants via use of questionnaires and also interview questions both written and recorded. Analysis was carried out on gathered data using ANOVA, t-test, standard deviations and percentages. Significant differences were also conducted on the variable factors based on the demographic characteristics of each participant. The findings from this study shows the attitudes of Misau secondary school teachers hold towards ICT usage as an educational tool in the classroom were on a high scale and there were significant differences on their attitudes on using ICT as an educational tool based on experience level, and their beliefs.
Copyright (c) 2026 UNGUWA JULI, AUWAL MOHAMMED BAKO (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
ASSESSMENT OF E-LEARNING READINESS AND TUTOR'S TECHNICAL SKILLS IN CENTRE FOR DISTANCE LEARNING UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
The study determined the impact of e-learning readiness and tutor's technical skills in Centre for Distance Learning University of Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria was guided by two objectives, tutor's technical skills for e-learning, Centre for Distance Learning University of Maiduguri and tutor's e- learning readiness in Centre for Distance Learning University of Maiduguri. Survey design was used, the population of 37 e-tutors from faculty of Education University of Maiduguri. The instrument was self-design questionnaire tagged "e-learning readiness of Centre for Distance learning (ELR)". The data were analyze using descriptive statistic, frequency count mean and percentage. The results were presented in tables and discussed according to the research questions. The study reveals that the tutor's technically skilled and competent for e-learning. Item I shows that 4(10.8%) of the respondent strongly agree they can use the LMS to deliver their content effectively, and 2(62.2%) while 6(16.2%) disagree and 4(10.8%) strongly disagree. this indicates that majority of the e-tutors can use the LMS to deliver content effectively. Item 2, 27(73.0%) agree they can use internet for all their lectures and assessment. While, 6(16.2%), 4(10.8%) strongly disagree and agree respectively. Item three 4(10.8%) and 12(32.4%) strongly agree and agree respectively that It's easier to use video conferencing facility to delivery my lectures. While 19(51.4%) disagree and 4(10.8%) strongly disagree. This shows that most of the e-tutors cannot use video conferencing facility to deliver lectures. This indicates most of the tutors can use ICT for their teaching and learning.
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THE ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN SHAPING THE FUTURE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION IN BORNO STATE: OPPORTUNITIES AND CONSTRAINTS
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly influencing education worldwide, yet its role in Nigerian secondary schools remains underexplored. This study examined the opportunities and constraints of AI adoption in secondary education within Borno State. A descriptive survey design was used with 150 respondents (30 principals and 120 teachers) randomly selected from public secondary schools in Maiduguri Metropolis and environs. Data were collected through a validated 20-item questionnaire (Cronbach’s Alpha = 0.85) and analyzed using descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests at the 0.05 significance level. Findings revealed that AI presents significant opportunities such as personalized learning, virtual tutoring, and data-driven decision-making. However, major barriers include weak ICT infrastructure, inadequate teacher training, high costs, and ethical concerns. Urban schools reported more perceived opportunities compared to rural ones, while principals and teachers differed in how they viewed adoption constraints. The study concludes that AI has transformative potential for Borno State’s education system but requires investments in infrastructure, teacher training, and strong policy frameworks.
Copyright (c) 2025 MUSA HUSSEIN GUPA, SARAYA MUSA, VAZILI GIDEON MUSA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
PRAGMATIC APPROACH TO EFFECTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE USING INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
English language has become a global medium for communication, education, and business, making its effective teaching and learning essential. This paper explores the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) into English language education as a pragmatic approach to enhancing learners’ proficiency. ICT provides flexible, interactive, and multimedia-based learning environments that motivate learners and sustain their interest. The study highlights major ICT appliances and applications such as Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL), digital language laboratory systems, and various language learning aids including dictionaries, encyclopedias, and writing applications. It emphasizes the development of essential ICT skills, such as computer operation, typing, internet browsing, creativity, and digital sharing that support both teaching and self-paced learning of English. Furthermore, the paper discusses strategies for deploying ICT in classroom environments through interactive whiteboards, multimedia systems, and internet facilities. The findings suggest that ICT integration not only strengthens learners’ speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills but also facilitates collaboration with native speakers, expands access to diverse resources, and improves overall learning outcomes. This work concludes that adopting ICT tools alongside traditional methods offers a more efficient, effective, and engaging pathway for mastering English language in today’s digital era.
Copyright (c) 2025 OYEDAPO, ADEREMI D., AGIM, CHIZOBA R., ONAH, JONATHAN U., OYEDAPO, BRIDGET N. (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN KADUNA STATE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION GIDAN WAYA, NIGERIA
The study examined the Influence of Social Media on Students’ Academic Performance in Kaduna State College of Education Gidan Waya, Nigeria. Three objectives were set for the study, among which were to: examine the effect of social media usage on the academic performance of students in Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya, Nigeria and assess the various activities students engage in on social media in Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design with a population of 995 and sample size of 280 were used for the study. Stratified random sampling technique was used to arrive at the sample for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a well-structured questionnaire. The scores obtained from the pilot study were analysed using Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient and a reliability co-efficient of 0.65 was obtained. Data collected from the respondents were analyzed using frequency and mean to analyse the research questions and Chi-square (x2) was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results revealed among others that; The use of social media has a significant effect on the academic performance of students in Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya, Nigeria with a calculated chi-square(x2) value of 3.9 and Students have access to various social media platform in Kaduna State College of Education Gidan waya, Nigeria with a calculated chi-square(x2) value of 3.76. The study concluded that social media if used judiciously has a significant effect on the academic performance of students in Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya, Nigeria. The study recommended among others that; The management of Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya should integrate social media platforms into teaching and learning activities. Lecturers can create academic groups or pages to share materials, assignments, and facilitate discussions, thereby channeling students’ social media usage toward academic enrichment.
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RELATIVE ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS PERCEPTION OF DIFFICULT CONCEPTS IN BIOLOGY AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN KAURA, KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
The study investigated the students’ perception of difficult concepts in biology among senior secondary schools in Kaura, Nigeria. The study was guided by three research questions and one hypothesis. The research design was descriptive survey design. Population of the study was all the senior secondary school biology students in Kaura Local Government Area with 2550 senior secondary school students, from which 1387 SSII biology students from three senior secondary school in the study area was selected as sample, using Krejcie and Morgan (1970). The instrument for data collection in this study was Students’ Perception of Difficult Concepts in Biology Questionnaire (SPDCBQ), with a reliability coefficient of 0.76. The data gathered was analyzed using simple percentage, mean score and standard deviation for the research questions, while the null hypothesis was tested using t-test statistics. Findings revealed that some topics (Mendelian genetics, nervous system, reproduction, homeostasis, genes and chromosomes) proved to be more difficult to the students than other topics. Also, the perception of difficulty of concepts in biology is controlled by gender. From the findings, it was recommended that there is a need to make the subject content of senior secondary school biology curriculum more current, meaningful and interesting for the students, reflecting the current developments in the field and relating teaching-learning process with daily life issues. The study concluded that the students perceived some topics as more difficult than others in Biology and gender has a significant difference on students’ perception of difficult Biology topics.
Copyright (c) 2025 ANYANWU, RAYMOND IFEANYI, MUHAMMAD, ISMAIL, SHITTU, MICHAEL ADENIYI, MICHAEL, JONATHAN DADIYA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
MANAGING QUALITY PRIMARY EDUCATION FOR POSITIVE CHANGES IN NIGERIA FOR GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS
Educational system aimed at National Development and Global Competitiveness must develop quality primary education sector. This will help to inculcate skills and good values on the younger ones. The paper examines managing quality primary education for positive changes in Nigeria for global competitiveness. It try to illustrate some of the positive changes that is expected in primary education before quality primary education can be attained for global competitiveness. Some of the positive changes are availability of funds, proper planning and infrastructural development etc. the paper proffers some recommendations such as increase in funds, provision of infrastructural facilities and adequate power supply etc.
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EFFECT OF MULTI-MEDIA PACKAGE ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN HISTORY AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ABUJA MUNICIPAL AREA COUNCIL
This quasi-experimental study investigated the effect of multimedia instructional packages on History achievement among 187 senior secondary students in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Nigeria. The study adopted quasi-experimental design. Students were assigned to experimental (multimedia instruction, n = 90) and control (conventional method, n = 97) groups, receiving seven weeks of instruction before post-test evaluation. Results indicated a significantly larger mean gain for the multimedia group (M = 4.72) versus the control group (M = 3.92). ANCOVA results confirmed a significant treatment effect (F (1,184) = 19.921, p < .001), with the instructional method accounting for approximately 60% of variance in outcomes (adjusted R² = .599). The study concludes that multimedia-enhanced teaching significantly improves academic achievement in History and recommends its integration across Nigerian secondary schools to promote equitable, quality education.
Copyright (c) 2025 EZEH, CHIAMAKA CYNTHIA, GUNDE, YAKUBU, OKOH, BLESSING JAMES (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
PERCEIVED EFFICACY OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND VIRTUAL REALITY IN EFFECTIVE COUNSELLING IN THE TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA, NIGERIA
This study examined the perceived efficacy of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Virtual Reality (VR) in enhancing counselling in tertiary institutions in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria. The study was guided by three research questions and three hypotheses. It adopted a descriptive survey design. The population comprised of students and counsellors across selected tertiary institutions from which 400 respondents were sampled using stratified random sampling. A structured questionnaire served as the main instrument for data collection and the reliability coefficient obtained through Cronbach’s alpha was 0.82. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation, while independent samples t-test was employed to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that both AI and VR have significant perceived effects on effective counselling with counsellors rating their efficacy more positively than students. Specifically, AI was found to improve access to information, accuracy of guidance and counsellor workload management, while VR was perceived as useful for immersive simulations, interactive career guidance and anxiety reduction. Thus, challenges such as reduced face-to-face interaction and financial costs were identified. The study concludes that AI and VR hold transformative potential in improving counselling practices in Nigerian tertiary institutions, provided adequate training and infrastructural support are ensured. Recommendation were that Government and school management should invest in digital infrastructure and subsidize the cost of acquiring AI and VR tools to make them accessible and sustainable.
Copyright (c) 2025 DR. I.K EKMA, MUTONG CECILIA, DOGARA HUSSAINI RAHILA (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
INCUBATION SUPPORT AND NEW VENTURE INTENTIONS AMONG BUSINESS EDUCATION POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS IN BAYELSA STATE
This study examined the relationship between incubation support and new venture intentions among Business Education postgraduate students in Bayelsa State, Nigeria, focusing on two dimensions of incubation support: business development services and funding opportunities. A correlational research design was adopted, guided by two research questions and two hypotheses. The population comprised all 202 Business Education postgraduate students in the state, with a sample of 120 respondents selected through proportionate stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire titled “Incubation Support and New Venture Intentions Questionnaire (ISNVIQ),” which was validated by three experts and subjected to reliability analysis, yielding a Cronbach Alpha coefficient of 0.87. Pearson correlation analysis was employed to test the hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. The findings revealed a moderate positive relationship between funding opportunities and new venture intentions, and a strong positive relationship between business development services and new venture intentions. The study concluded that incubation support, plays a significant role in fostering entrepreneurial intentions among Business Education postgraduate students. It was recommended that policymakers and development agencies should create and expand accessible funding opportunities tailored to the needs of postgraduate students to enhance their capacity and motivation for entrepreneurial engagement.
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INFRASTRUCTURAL FACILITIES AS CORRELATES OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN YENAGOA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, BAYELSA STATE
This study investigated infrastructural facilities as correlates of academic performance of students in public secondary schools in Yenagoa Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, Nigeria. A correlational survey research design was adopted to guide the study, which was anchored on four research questions and four corresponding null hypotheses. The target population consisted of all 23567 students in 44 public secondary schools in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State during the 2023/2024 academic session. From this population, a sample of 390 students was selected using a stratified random sampling technique to ensure adequate representation across schools. Data were collected using a structured and validated instruments titled “Infrastructural Facilities Questionnaire (IFQ)” and “Students’ Academic Achievement Scale (SAAS)”, developed by the researcher. The reliability of the instruments was established through the Cronbach Alpha method, which yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.94 and 0.87 respectively. Descriptive statistics were used for demographic analysis, while Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was employed to answer the research questions and test the hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The findings showed that classroom, laboratory and library facilities each had significant and positive relationships with students’ academic performance. The study concluded that infrastructural facilities are critical factors that contribute to academic success among students. It was recommended that educational stakeholders improve school infrastructure to enhance students' learning outcomes.
DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS AS DETERMINANTS OF ACADEMIC- ADMINISTRATOR’S JOB PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC COLLEGES OF EDUCATION, SOUTH-WEST, NIGERIA
0ne important aspect influencing the outstanding performance of Nigerian public colleges of education is the job performance of their employees. Academic administrators play a crucial role in combining administrative and academic duties, making their work essential. However, stakeholders expressed displeasure with their job performance. A scarcity of research on the factors influencing academic administrators' job performance at public colleges of education in Southwest Nigeria made this study necessary. This study examined the influence of demographic factors (age, gender, educational qualification, work experience, and job status) on the job performance of academic administrators in public colleges of education in Southwest Nigeria. Academic administrators from nine (9) public colleges of education, including deans, heads of departments (HODs), directors of academic programmes, and deputy provosts, made up the study group.Descriptive survey research design was used in this study; the study involved a total enumeration of 312 academic administrators across nine public colleges of education. Data were collected using two researcher-developed instruments: the Demographic Factors Questionnaire (DFQ) and the Academic Administrators Job Performance Questionnaire (AAJPQ). Descriptive and inferential statistics, including multiple regression analysis, were used to analyze the data. Findings revealed that academic administrators’ overall job performance in research, teaching, administrative duties, and community service was at a low level. The regression analysis showed a significant joint contribution of demographic factors to job performance (R = 0.995, R² = 0.991, p < 0.05), indicating that 99.1% of the difference in job performance could be attributed to the demographic variables. Specifically, age, educational qualification, and work experience had significant positive contributions to performance, while gender and job status did not. The study concluded that demographic factors, particularly age, qualification, and experience, are critical determinants of academic administrators’ job performance. It recommends targeted professional development, strategic staff deployment, and institutional policy reforms to enhance performance and educational quality in public colleges of education.
: Demographic Factors, performance, job performance, colleges
INFORMATION ETHICS AND COPYRIGHT ISSUES IN LIBRARY SERVICES IN NIGERIA
The information environment has undergone significant change due to digital technology, which has raised significant ethical and legal concerns in library contexts. This essay examines how copyright concerns and information ethics interact in a library setting. It demonstrates the need of upholding intellectual property rights, advancing equitable access to information, and supporting moral information practices. We go over the primary copyright concerns that arise in library environments, such as digital rights management, license agreements, and fair use. We also examine the role of copyright and information ethics in libraries, including digital collections, intellectual freedom, access and equity, and information literacy.The study also examines the similarities and differences between information ethics and copyright issues, as well as their function in reference services. Additionally, we discover that copyright and information ethics challenges in library settings necessitate a multifaceted strategy that strikes a balance between legal obligations, ethical considerations, and the advancement of information access. In order to stay up to date with evolving technology and legal information structures, libraries must also continuously train their employees and users on copyright laws, fair use, and the ethics of responsible information usage.
EFFECT OF ETHNOCHEMISTRY APPROACH ON CHEMISTRY STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AMONG SECONDARY CHEMISTRY STUDENTS IN KATSINA STATE
This study investigated the effect of Ethnochemistry Approach on the academic performance of chemistry students in separation techniques in Katsina state, Nigeria. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. Mean and standard deviation were used in answering the research questions while independent samples t-tests was used in testing the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significant. A quasi-experimental design involving a pre-test, post-test control group was used. The population of the study comprised all chemistry students under Katsina Zonal Education Quality Assurance. From this figure, 125 SSII students were randomly selected from two out of the 25 secondary schools offering chemistry in the Zonal Education Quality Assurance. Data were gathered using the Separation Techniques Academic Performance Test (STAPT) which was validated by three experts and then administered to students during the experiment. The instrument’s reliability coefficient, calculated using the Pear Product Moment Correlation Coefficient was 0.92. Findings revealed that students taught separation techniques through the Ethnochemistry Approach achieved significantly higher in their mean scores compared to their counterparts taught using conventional method. It was recommended among others, the need for teachers to adopt this approach when teaching separation techniques and for curriculum planner in Nigeria like NERDC should design programs and policies that will incorporate the use of Ethnochemistry approach in teaching and learning sciences at Senior Secondary School level.
POSSIBILITIES AND CHALLENGES OF TEACHING CHARACTER EDUCATION IN NIGERIA’S SECONDARY SCHOOLS
This paper explored the possibilities and challenges of teaching character education in secondary schools in Nigeria. Through existing literature, the paper critically discussed some of the meanings and strands of character education. It indicated the point where character education intertwined with entrepreneurialism. The study also links character education and neoliberalism which has been appropriated as a view on moral virtue in which the virtuous individual is perceived as someone who is capable of accessing the relevant markets and performs as a competent person in them. Owing to neoliberal reforms, curriculum is focused on human capital development and employability. On the contrary, neoliberalism contributes much to inequality and a widening in the performance gap between students from rich and indigent backgrounds. Moreover, this essay which is contextualised in Nigeria, foregrounds the policy issues associated with character education, from the National Policy on Education (NPE), which focuses on development of individual into an effective, refined and sound citizen, among others. The study accordingly indicated that the NPE has touched vital aspects of Nigeria as a multi-ethnic entity. Therefore, the most prominent phase of this integration is to emphasise the teaching of moral values and entrepreneurship. The challenges that confront the teaching of character education in Nigerian secondary schools are identified. These include challenges of ineffective or non- implementation of policy, lack of political willingness, corruption and discontinuity of programmes. There is also absence of value clarification, etcetera. Finally, conclusion is drawn and recommendations are also proffered, including teaching of functional character education, eschewing corruption, among others.
ENHANCING SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT AND INTEREST IN ENGLISH READING COMPREHENSION USING AUGMENTED REALITY IN MINNA METROPOLIS, NIGERIA
This study aims at enhancing senior secondary school students’ achievement and interest in English language reading comprehension using augmented reality in Minna metropolis. The research utilized a quasi-experimental design targeting Senior Secondary II (SSII) students. Purposive sampling was used to select schools and class. The groups (experimental group I & II) comprised one hundred and twenty students, evenly split by gender (60 males and 60 females). Reliability coefficients of 0.99 and 0.86 for static and animated infographics, respectively, were calculated using the PPMC formula. Hypotheses were tested using a T-test, resulting in the acceptance of the null hypothesis. Findings reveal that integrating augmented reality significantly enhanced students' English language reading comprehension achievement, and also impacted positively on the interest of both male and female students. It is, therefore, concluded that using augmented reality to teach English reading comprehension could effectively address the limitations of conventional teaching methods.
MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY FOR EFFECTIVE TEACHERS’ JOB PERFORMANCE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN GWAGWALADA AREA COUNCIL, NIGERIA
The paper focus on Management of information communication technology for effective teachers’ job performance in secondary school in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja. The researchers used survey research design for the study. The respondents for the study comprise 13 principal and 732 teachers in secondary school in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja. The sample was 150 using proportional sampling techniques. Test-re-test method of reliability was used to obtain the internal consistency. Mean scores statistics was used to analyse the research questions. The findings of the study reveals that administrative practices of Information and Communication Technology adopted by principals enhance effective teaching and learning in secondary schools and there is relationship between ICT usage and teachers’ job performance in secondary schools in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja. From the finding of the study, the researcher recommended that the school administrators should organize workshop, seminar/ training for teachers who are not able to use ICT facilities in the classroom for proper and effective utilization of the facilities, the government should employ technologists in secondary schools whose mandate would be to train staff and the less informed school administrators on the use of ICT resources for effective teaching and learning and principals should also ensure that the ICT facilities are properly powered and maintained for effective use in instructional delivery as well as sourcing for information to enrich teachers’ knowledge of the subject matter
RE-BUILDING THE CULTURE OF SCHOOL-PLANT PLANNING IN NIGERIAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS
This research article investigated on Re-building the Culture of School-Plant Planning in Nigerian Secondary Schools. School plant is an integral part of school life, and it played a leading role in teaching- learning process in school. For effective administration of schools, these roles are considered to stems from buildings, libraries, chairs, machines, technical workshops, play-ground human resource and so on. School plant are durable facilities which anchor on orderly and smooth learning objectives to be achieved, thereby increase students’ academic performance. The school plant is classified into: teaching and non-teaching facilities. These facilities played distinctive roles so as to bring about high-rate of students’ achievement at all levels and types of education in Nigeria. School Plant maintenance means regular repairs and proper up-keep of the school physical facilities and equipment in order to provide future uses to the school. Its role in the delivery process cannot be over emphasized, for instance, classroom is where learning experiences take place with all the teaching materials supportive for easy instructional delivery. The rebuilding of school plant planning relates to modernized techniques in the 21st century. That is, the used of audio-visual, artifacts, tele-conference, radio, audio, air conditioners and a lot more others. In line with the above, that the system theory upheld that, organization as a system is structure with independent components that works symbiotically for the common goals of the organization. The dysfunctional parts are identified and rectified for the system to gain normalcy. The article also considered school culture and approaches in School Plant Planning, which includes; school plant procurement, instructional space planning, team teaching of instruction and few others. The recommendations stated to guide the study are: The Government should provide trained personnel on maintenance of school facilities, as this will help for regular maintenance of facilities in school, and School Heads should monitor facilities of the school on routine basis to know those that break-down for immediate/adequate maintenance, and many more.
IMPACT OF BLENDED LEARNING ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SENIOR SECONDARY STUDENTS IN GWAGWALADA AREA COUNCIL, ABUJA, NIGERIA
The study assessed the impact of blended learning on the academic performance of senior secondary students in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja Federal Capital Territory implication for development in technology and engineering. The study was guided by one research question with corresponding one objective and hypotheses. Cross-sectional survey research design was used for the study. A sample size of 800 students was used for the study and four senior secondary schools was selected within the study area. A self-designed questionnaire titled: Questionnaire on the Impact of Blended Learning on the Academic Performance of Senior Secondary Students (QIBLAPSSS) was used for data collection. Descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions at the scale of 2.50, while T-test was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study indicated that there is a significant impact of blended Learning on students’ academic performance in secondary schools in Gwagwalada Area Council, Abuja Federal Capital Territory. Based on the findings, it was recommended that technology should be integrated in both private and public secondary schools. Also, that school subject web site where teachers post their lessons to enable students to study ahead should be provided. Likewise, adequate routing training and workshop on the use of ICT gadgets for blended learning should be made available to students and teachers. It was further recommended that there should be partnership with software developers to provide various educative application that can be install on students ‘and family’s smartphone for further study while at home.
INFLUENCE OF KOLB’S LEARNING STYLES ON BASIC SCIENCE STUDENTS’ INTEREST IN WEST SENATORIAL DISTRICT, NASARAWA STATE, NIGERIA
This study examined the influence of Kolb’s learning styles on students’ interest in Basic Science in the West Senatorial District of Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Specifically, it investigated gender differences in interest levels among students with different learning styles, including Diverging, Assimilating, Converging, and Accommodating. Four research questions guided the study and four hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study was guided by Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory and adopted a survey research design. The population for this study comprise 13,290 senior secondary school students in Nasarawa State West Senatorial Zone. A sample of 400 secondary school students was selected using stratified random sampling techniques. Two instruments namely; The Basic Science Interest Inventory (BSII) and Kolb’s cycle learning inventory (KCLI). The internal consistency of the instruments was assessed using the Cronbach’s Alpha method, yielding a reliability coefficient of 0.82 for the BSII, indicating high reliability and the coefficient for Kolb’s cycle learning inventory (KCLI) with the coefficient of 0.86. Data were collected and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including independent samples t-tests. Findings from this study revealed that gender differences were more pronounced among Assimilating learners, where male students demonstrated significantly higher interest levels in Basic Science than their female counterparts. However, for Diverging, Converging, and Accommodating learning styles, gender differences in interest were minimal and not statistically significant. The results suggest that students’ engagement and motivation in Basic Science are influenced by the alignment of teaching strategies with their preferred learning styles. The study highlights the need for educators to adopt differentiated instructional strategies that cater to diverse learning preferences. It also recommends the integration of technology-enhanced learning tools, gender-responsive teaching strategies, and professional development programs to improve science education outcomes.
EVALUATION OF TEACHING EFFECTIVENESS OF ACADEMIC STAFF OF TECHNICAL COLLEGES IN KADUNA STATE, NIGERIA
The objective of this study was to evaluate the teaching effectiveness, of academic staff of technical colleges in Kaduna state. Two thousand from 4000 final year students in six departments from five selected technical colleges in Kaduna of Nigeria stratified and randomly selected for the study. A questionnaire called evaluation of teaching effectiveness of academic staff of technical colleges (ETEAS) was the instruments used for data collection. Statistical tools such as mean scores, standard deviation, t-test and correlation coefficient were used for the data collection. The findings indicate that the students (respondents) rated the teaching effectiveness of the academic staff high, especially in terms of professional competence, but rated their supervision low. The students (respondents) felt that the teachers do not have enough time for students and do not prepare their teaching well. Recommendations made include regular seminar and workshops for academic staff to improve their communication skills for effective course delivery, encourage teachers to make out more time and increase access to students.
INFLUENCE OF WORKLOAD DISTRIBUTION ON TEACHING EFFECTIVENESS IN BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, YOLA
This study examines the influence of workload distribution on teaching effectiveness in the Business Education Department of FCE Yola, focusing on the effects of teaching load, institutional research requirements, and administrative responsibilities. A descriptive survey research design was adopted where the whole lecturers of Business Education Department were selected using census sampling method. Data were collected using structured questionnaires design in five points Likert scale which subsequently analyzed using mean and standard deviation. Findings revealed that excessive teaching load negatively affects teaching effectiveness, as many lecturers struggle to balance lesson planning, student engagement, and assessment, leading to stress and reduced instructional quality. Institutional research requirements were identified as the most significant challenge, with faculty members reporting that research obligations interfere with lecture preparation and student interactions. Administrative responsibilities had a moderate impact, with some lecturers managing their duties effectively, while others found that excessive administrative tasks hindered innovation in teaching and mentorship. The study recommends a balanced workload distribution policy that limits excessive teaching loads, provides structured research support, and delegates routine administrative tasks to non-teaching staff.
EFFECTS OF EDUCATIONAL ANIMATED VIDEOS ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE AND MOTIVATION IN ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA
This study titled the effect of educational animated videos on academic performance and Motivation in environmental hazards; among Secondary School Geography Students in Katsina state, Nigeria. The study has two research objectives and tested two null hypotheses. The study was quasi experimental with pre-test, post-test, design. Environmental hazards concepts performance Test (EHCPT) and environmental hazards motivation Questionnaires were developed and administered to 137 randomly selected students from a population of 3332. The instruments were validated and the reliability coefficients of EHCPT, EHCQ and EHMQ were established at r = 0.89, r =0.9 and r= 0.92 respectively PPMC were used. Experimental group was taught using educational animated videos strategy while the control group was taught using conventional method. Research questions were analysed descriptively using means and standard deviations, ranks and sum of ranks. Null hypotheses were verified at P ≤ 0.05 levels using t-tests. Results revealed significant difference in the academic performance of students exposed to the animated videos strategy and those taught using conventional method. From the findings of the study, it was recommended among others, there is need for Federal and State Ministries of Education to provide computers and projectors for teachers to facilitate their teaching with educational animations. The training and re-training of teachers on ICT was also recommended.
ASSESSMENT OF BASIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION IN NASARAWA STATE UPPER BASIC SCHOOLS
This study assessed the implementation of basic science and technology curriculum in upper basic schools. The study was carried out to ascertain the adequacy of available school facilities and science/technology teachers for effective implementation of the basic science and technology Curriculum. .Descriptive survey design was used for the study. The population of the study comprised 3,906 teachers in upper basic schools in Nasarawa State. Stratified and simple random sampling techniques were used to select 315 teachers as respondents. A modified four points rating scale questionnaire was used to gather data and the data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to answer research questions. The study found that there was in adequate school facilities and inadequate science/technology teachers in upper basic schools in Nasarawa State. Some of the recommendations were provision of adequate school facilities and recruitment of more science and technology teachers in upper basic schools for effective implementation of basic science and technology curriculum
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN TEACHERS LEADERSHIP STYLE AND STUDENTS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE (ACHIEVEMENT) A CASE STUDY OF YERWA GOVERNMENT GIRLS SECONDARY SCHOOL MAIDUGURI BORNO STATE.
The study was carried out on the relationship between teachers leadership style and students academic performance in government secondary schools in Maiduguri, Borno State , the researchers looked deep into the concept of leadership style and how it affect them positively or negatively. The way manner teachers behave is what is termed as leadership style. Under this leadership style, four major types where discussed namely; altercative autocratic, benevolent-autocratic, Laissez-Faire and democratic twenty (20) items questionnaire for the research were designed and the data obtained was analyzed based on simple frequency distribution and percentage. A total number of one hundred (100) students were randomly sampled for the study comprising one hundred (100) female students. The twenty (20) items questionnaire was administered to obtain data on the four (4) teacher’s leadership style. There are five (5) different questionnaire making a total of fifty (50) questionnaire were administered. The result of the study should show that the leadership style of a teacher seriously affect the academic performance of the students both. Positively and negatively the result further showed that democratic leadership style of teachers has profile impact and enhances student’s academic performance or achievement while the other types of leadership style affect the student’s academic performance negatively.
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INFORMATION COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY COMPETENCIES OF ACADEMIC LIBRARIANS IN INFORMATION SERVICES DELIVERY IN HIGHER INSTITUTIONS’ LIBRARIES IN BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA
This study was conducted to investigate the ICT competencies of academic librarians in information service delivery in higher institutions libraries in Bauchi state. The study used quantitative research methodology using survey design to collect data from the respondents. The population of the study comprises all the academic librarians in higher institutions libraries in Bauchi State. Thus, the target population is thirty five (35) all the population were selected using total enumeration census sample respectively. A questionnaire was used as research instrument in collecting the data. A total of thirty-five (35) copies of questionnaires were administered, and returned. The data collected was analysed using descriptive. The findings revealed that Academic Librarians in higher institutions possess ICT competencies relevant to modern information service delivery. And it was also revealed that Academic Librarians integrate emerging technologies into their information service delivery. Academic Librarians face challenges in adapting to rapidly changing technologies and incorporating them into their information service delivery. The study recommends that there should be series of seminars/workshop on ICT related skills and also recommends the need for the provision of latest ICT infrastructure that will pave way for easy integration of emerging technologies into libraries, it further recommends that there should be improvement in the budget of the library.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS ON ISSUES THAT THREATEN SECURITY IN PRESCHOOLS IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA
This study investigated early childhood education teachers’ perceptions on issues that threaten security in preschools in Benue State, Nigeria. The study adopted a survey type of descriptive research design. The study population comprised of all the public preschools teachers in Benue State, Nigeria. However, two hundred and sixty (260) preschools teachers randomly were purposively selected to serve as respondents for the study. The instrument used for this study was adopted and modified. The instrument was titled “Early Childhood Education Teachers’ Perceptions (ECTP)”. Eighteen (18) item/questionnaire divided into two sections was used to elicit information from the teachers on how to provide pre-school friendly environment for Nigerian children. The data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. Any item that scores 2.50 and above was regarded as being accepted while any item with mean below 2.50 was rejected. The findings of this study revealed that poor relationships between the teachers and the administration; lack of fencing in the school; lack of security guards; school location and destructive school environment are accepted as possible challenges to safety in preschools among others. The findings also revealed that well managed classroom; training pupils and staff about security; adequate regulation and policies on security matters; training pupils and staff about security; adequate provision of emergency communication line and parameter fencing of the school/school gate are accepted as the possible solutions to safety challenges in preschools. This study therefore recommends the provision of adequate training for staff on security issues in preschools; there should be closed relationship between the preschools with the families of the pupils and the community respectively; there should be adequate regulation and policies on security matters in preschools and adequate provision of emergency communication lines in preschools.
SECONDARY EDUCATION AS A FOUNDATION FOR POLITICAL STABILITY IN NIGERIA
For peaceful coexistence of man, there must be good governance and good governance is produced by good leadership. For Aristotle, man is a political animal, this means that there is an element of politics in every individual. It is only education that can build and inculcate the right political values that engender political stability of a nation. This article focuses on secondary education as a foundation for achieving political stability in Nigeria. Secondary education is an aspiration stage of the child and students at this stage are mainly adolescents. Adolescence is a notable age of logical reasoning. Whatever information, knowledge and experiences gathered at this stage remain permanent and well consolidated. This means that whatever a child would be in future is always determined at this stage of life. Hence, there is a great need to lay a solid political foundation by inculcating the right political attitudes in children at this level. Based on this, this paper advocates that the study of political education apart from the normal related subjects like civic education and government should start from secondary school. It is expected that the ideals/principles that promote good governance should be taught and inculcated into the child at early stage. This would make the child to realize the consequences of some of the vices that will create political instability. By the time a child finished secondary school, the child is expected to have internalized and imbibed all the political values, culture and rudiments that sustain good governance and citizenship.
IDENTIFICATION, MITIGATION AND AWARENESS CAMPAIGN
This study investigates cybersecurity awareness and the impact of cybercrime among students in Sokoto State, Northwestern Nigeria, using a mixed-methods approach. The research targeted students from various tertiary institutions within the state, with a sample size of 397 drawn using the Yamane formula. Key findings indicate that online fraud (25%) and identity theft (20%) are the most common types of cybercrime experienced by students. The study reveals a significant gap in cybersecurity knowledge, with only 10% of respondents being very aware of cyber threats, and 40% reporting no awareness at all. This low level of awareness contrasts sharply with regions like Lagos State, which has a much higher awareness level. The study also found that current local measures are seen as only moderately effective, with substantial room for improvement in preventive practices and educational outreach. Recommendations include implementing more comprehensive educational programs, increasing the frequency of awareness campaigns, and enhancing local authority responses to cybercrime.
EFFECTS OF LABORATORY AND HEURISTIC TEACHING STRATEGIES ON PERFORMANCE, RETENTION AND ANXIETY IN TRIGONOMETRY AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA.
The study examined the Effect of Laboratory and Heuristic Teaching Strategies on Performance; Retention and Anxiety in Trigonometry among Senior Secondary Students in Katsina State, Nigeria. The study developed three objectives and tested three null hypotheses. The study adopted Quasi-experimental design of the nonequivalent control group. The population of the study comprised of 17257 SS II students from 25 public Senior Secondary Schools in Katsina Zonal Education Quality Assurance. 177 students from 6 intact classes of SS II were sampled using purposive sampling technique for the study. Two validated instruments, Trigonometry Performance Test (TPT) and Mathematics Anxiety Questionnaire (MAQ) with reliability coefficient of 0.76 obtained using Pearson product moment correlation coefficient were used for data collection. Research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation, while null hypotheses were tested using ANOVA, Independent sample T-test, Mann-Whitney U test and Krusall wallis H-test at p ≤0.05 level of significance. The major findings revealed that, there was a significant difference in the mean academic performance, retention and anxiety level between those taught using laboratory and heuristic strategies and those taught using lecture method, it was concluded that the experimental groups, who were taught using laboratory and heuristic teaching strategies perform better than the control group who were taught using lecture method. It was concluded that both laboratory and heuristic teaching strategies are capable of improving student’s academic performance, retention and reduce student’s anxiety significantly. The study recommends among others that mathematics Teachers should implement the use of laboratory and heuristic teaching strategies to enhance academic performance, retention and reduce anxiety level of students.