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Author(s):
Dr. Gladys Ejimole Aleru.
Page No : 1-9
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Management of Higher Education Records and Record Keeping for Sustainable Quality Delivery in Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic, Rumuola, Rivers State, Nigeria
Abstract
The study investigated the management of higher education records and record keeping for sustainable quality delivery in Rivers State, Nigeria. The study discussed records and records keeping in educational institutions especially, higher education. The article enumerated the purposes or importance of record management in higher institutions; some related literature were reviewed accordingly, theoretical framework was looked into and the study was achieved on record continuum theory by Funke Upward in 1990. The study highlighted some qualities of a good educational record keeping. The study found that good records management contributes significantly to administrators’ work performance and institutional performance in conclusion records keeping in tertiary institutions improves management performance to a very high extent. It was recommended among others that training programmes in the form of workshops, seminars, conferences be provided for administrative staff with regard to good records management in higher education. It is therefore a known fact that when records are well managed, utilized adequately and appropriately in higher institutions execution of management functions are likely to be easy, effective and sustainable.
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Author(s):
Patricia Tamunoibi Miller, Ph.D..
Page No : 10-27
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The Impact of Biblically-Oriented Sex Education on Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance: A Gender-Based Analysis
Abstract
This study investigates the impact of biblically-oriented sex education on secondary school students’ academic performance, focusing on gender-based differences. The research contributes to the debate on integrating religious beliefs into sex education programs and investigates if there are disparities between male and female students. A mixed-methods research design is used, with a sample of secondary school students assessed through test scores, GPA, and attendance records. Surveys and interviews are conducted to gather students’ perceptions, attitudes, and experiences about the sex education approaches. The study suggests that biblically-oriented sex education significantly impacts students’ academic performance, with varying effects among male and female students. Female students benefit more academically from this approach, as it aligns with their religious beliefs and values, potentially reducing stress and anxiety associated with conflicting worldviews. Male students respond subtly, some exhibiting increased academic performance and others seeing no change. The study also highlights the role of cultural and familial factors in shaping students’ perceptions of biblically-oriented sex education. It emphasises the need for an approach that acknowledges the diversity of student backgrounds and beliefs. The research provides valuable insights into the potential benefits and limitations of biblically-oriented sex education, contributing to the ongoing dialogue on religion’s role in education.
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Author(s):
Nwanguma Timothy Kelechi (Ph.D.), Abigail Ebom-Jebose.
Page No : 28-38
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Improving the Synergy between Informal and Formal Education in Education Management in Nigeria
Abstract
The interplay between informal and formal education in our society cannot be undermined as both play prominent roles in producing a complete person that is generally accepted in the society that can adequately contribute meaningful to the society and nations economic development. At the early life stage of a child, he starts to learn the ideals, customs, norms and values of his community and society through the support of his parents and other elders around him, that is why some academic scholars have agreed that education is the of transmission of values, cultures, norms and associated societal knowledge of certain group of people from generation to generation. Naturally, societies present to its people some inherent cultures, norms, values that need to be sustained through individual involvement in adherence and obedience to these societal demands, by doing so they internalize it and become well accepted as loyal citizens of the society. This process continues from childhood till adulthood when the child begins to take charge of certain aspects of his life. All these knowledge transmission, acquisition and transfer processes are done anywhere within the child’s environment and also not planned or structured, rather through daily life activities and involvement. This approach to education was applied when the communities and its societies where yet not developed but primitive. However, as society became sophisticated and complex, the need to institutionalize knowledge transmission process was eminent as to meet with the contemporary societal demands and life generally. To this extent, schools began to be built, knowledge transmission became planned and curriculums development became obvious, learning became structured, teachers are trained in different field of endeavors to prepare the individuals in their various localities to meet with challenges of both developing and developed world and also contribute meaningfully to the society and nation at large. Hence the managers of this knowledge process are required to be conscious of the needs of the society and nation as to foster effective and efficient teaching and learning processes that take cognizance of all these societal needs, putting them in perspectives for effective knowledge transmission and delivery in schools. Hence this paper was necessitated to focus on the synergy between informal and formal education in education management. In pursuance of this, the importance of formal, informal education and educational management will be considered, ways of improving the synergy between formal and informal education will also be discussed herein.
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Author(s):
Nwanguma Timothy Kelechi (Ph.D.), Destiny Dede (Ph.D.).
Page No : 39-53
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Management of Secondary School Education and Politics in Nigerian: Its Implications in a Changing World
Abstract
The interplay of politics and education cannot be over emphasized, it is drawn from the development of human beings in the society. Various societies developed from the ancient era where people subject themselves to authorities for leadership and control. Based on the permissibility of the authorities, the agents of societal development as economic, cultural, social, and political are influenced directly or indirectly by the authorities. Based on these axioms, this paper is anchored on management of secondary school education and politics in Nigeria: its implication in a changing world. The interplay of these two variables were considered from various diversities of educational finance, curriculum design, educational development, student’s evaluation and teachers union. This paper however, suggested that appointment of educational leadership should be based on merit, policies should be made in line with the needs of the society. Student teaching and learning should be directed to the needs of the society and economy. Curriculum development should be designed to focus on the overall aims and objectives of Nigeria's education system to meet with other societies of the world no matter who is involved. Teachers’ unions should be allowed to function independently without political interference to strengthen the union and pursue its objectives vigorously. Finally, education in Nigeria should be adequately financed to effectively and efficiently meet contemporary societal demands in a changing world.
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Author(s):
Oladipupo O. Bello, Halilu Aminu, Ogugua E. Okafo.
Page No : 54-73
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Evolution of Accreditation Scheme in the Nigerian Technical and Vocational Education and Training Institutions and Strategies for Developing the Scheme
Abstract
Quality technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is undoubtedly the fulcrum for national technological growth and development. It empowers individuals to be skillful, creative, employable and become responsible citizens. Accreditation has been regarded as an effective quality assurance instrument to assess quality of education including TVET globally. Accreditation ensures that Institutions or programmes offered to the public have met the minimum prescribed standards and complied with the agreed minimum requirements. This paper examines the evolution of accreditation scheme especially among TVET Institutions in Nigeria. The new development introduced into accreditation by NBTE over time and strategies that should be deployed to make accreditation a significant contributor to the national development are examined in this study.
