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Author(s):
Ikeanyionwu Chioma L. (Ph.D.), Uju Vivian Amah.
Page No : 1-13
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The Role of Business Education in Colleges of Education in Anambra in Promoting Diversity and Inclusion.
Abstract
Business Education has the potentials of promoting diversity and inclusion in the society. The survey research design study was adopted to investigate business educators’ perception of effective ways business education promotes diversity and inclusion. The population comprised of all the 83 Business Educators in two colleges of Education in Anambra state. They were not sampled. Four research questions guided the study. A 42-item structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. Data were analyzed using mean. The findings indicated that effective ways business education promotes diversity and inclusion are by incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences into the course content; creating opportunities for students to engage in experiential learning, among others. It was recommended that Faculties should integrate diversity and inclusion into their curriculum by for instance, making use of case studies, guest speakers, and classroom discussions, among others.
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Author(s):
Bawan Ambrose Mbia, Obi David Odu, Kamgba Ferdinand.
Page No : 14-20
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Refocusing the Teaching of Physics for the Technological Development of Nigeria.
Abstract
The paper discusses the current condition of physics education in Nigerian secondary schools, challenges of teaching and learning physics in the country towards enhancing development in technology and further highlighted some of the prospects of physics teacher education reform for Nigerian technology development. It also discusses the way forward to the current challenges for physics teacher education in Nigeria. Based on this, recommendations were made on the key reform issues; the use of innovative teaching methods in teaching Physics by physics teachers should be encourage, government and the stakeholder should provide instructional material, training and retraining of physics teachers on information and communication technology, (ICT), government should ensure proper monitoring and implementation of the education reform, all level of education should be provided with adequate qualified physics teachers that would transform physics teacher education program and teaching/learning of physics towards refocusing physics education for technological development of Nigeria.
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Author(s):
Ekure Mojishola, Ikwuakam O. T. .
Page No : 21-39
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National Policy on Safe and Violence-Free Secondary School Implementation: Parent-Teachers’ Association’s Roles’ Awareness and Compliance in Katsina State
Abstract
The study examined the implementation of school safety policy and the role of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs) in secondary schools across Katsina State, Nigeria. A sample of 215 PTA members was selected using multistage sampling techniques from all secondary school PTAs in Katsina State. Descriptive survey design and structured questionnaire were adopted in collecting data on awareness, threats, information sources and compliance across state's three senatorial districts (SD). Frequency counts, percentages, means, PPMC, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis were employed in data analysis. Findings indicated that PTA members were generally of prime age with adequate education. Significant disparities in awareness levels were observed among the senatorial districts (SD) with Katsina South (KS) lagging behind. High levels of security threats existed across the districts. Radio and television emerged as crucial awareness sources, in Katsina Central (KC) and Northern (KN). Compliance with safety roles varied across districts, with KC and KN showing higher engagement compared to southern district. ANOVA result revealed significant variations in safety roles compliance among districts, with KC demonstrating highest mean compliance. Regression analysis indicated that age negatively impacted compliance, while experience, awareness and information sources, positively influenced adherence to safety roles. The study underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing gaps in role compliance. It recommends prioritizing interventions for areas with low compliance rates.
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Author(s):
Ndwiga Moses Murithi, Khaemba Ongeti, Anne Syomwene.
Page No : 40-57
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Modelling Institutional Characteristics that Influenced Implementation of Blended Learning in Public Universities in Kenya.
Abstract
Blended Learning is an undisputedly useful and effective pedagogical approach for the 21st-century classroom. However, its adoption in many state universities in Kenya is worryingly low. This study aimed to develop a pedagogical model that would accelerate the adoption of blended learning in public universities in Kenya. Bandura’s Social Learning Theory was used to understand students’ perception, self-efficacy, and previous experience variables in a blended learning environment. The methodology used was exploratory sequential mixed research design. Third-year bachelor of education students(N=7385) in public universities in Kenya formed the population for the study. The researcher used multiple-stage sampling and the Nassiuma formula was used to select 3rd-year education students (n=218). Data was collected using semi-structured questionnaires. Data was analyzed by Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) to design an appropriate pedagogical model out on institutional characteristics. The study discovered three significant paths: 1) University preparedness and students’ perception (regression estimate = .399; P<.05; 2) university preparedness and students’ self-efficacy (regression estimates = .389; P<.05); and 3) blended learning adoption and students’ perception (regression estimates = .55; P<.05). Students and lecturers responded that “Poor internet connection,” and “Lack appropriate infrastructure and equipment,” as the main barriers. In conclusion, the implementation of blended learning highly depends on the interaction of students’ perceptions and universities’ preparedness. The study suggested that universities should focus on fostering an ecosystem that focuses on university preparedness and perception/attitudes. Further studies should be done on appropriate BL models for TVET and secondary schools in Kenya.
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Author(s):
Sunday Adeyemo Adepoju (Ph.D.), Adebayo Ola Afolaranmi (Ph.D.).
Page No : 58-65
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Engaging Youths in Environmental Ethics Advocacy through Christian Education.
Abstract
Human beings occupy a prominent position in creation. They are positioned on the surface of the earth as “managers” who oversee, care for other creations, and exercise dominion over them. However, several human activities such as deforestation, desertification, unregulated application of chemicals on plants, and so on have led to the degrading state of the environment, leading to natural disasters like storms, erosion, global warming, and so on. The resultant effects of these unguarded activities have severe implications on the lives and health of humans. This paper examined how Christian educators can employ Christian Education to engage youths in securing the degrading environment from further damage and bringing it back to life. Secondary sources were used to collect data, and a descriptive approach was used to analyse the facts collected. The study gathered from the review of related literature that the Bible plays a crucial role in creating environmental ethical awareness in youths. Also, Christian Education can leverage agents of socialisation to instil environmental moral consciousness in youths through environmental advocacy campaigns, workshops, and discipleship programmes on environmental ethics awareness. In addition, special training on maintenance culture and environmental ethics advocacy among youths are essential assignments Christian educators can carry out by including such programmes in the church curriculum and through periodic public awareness. Therefore, the paper submitted that engaging youths in environmental ethics through Christian Education is viable for creating a sense of proper stewardship. The result of this would make our environment a better place to live.
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Author(s):
Jacob Joy Nkeiruka.
Page No : 66-75
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Effect of Guided Discovery Instructional Approach on Junior Secondary School Two Students’ Interest in Social Studies in Umuahia Education Zone, Abia State.
Abstract
Education is critical for both individual and national development, representing the most vital investment for sustainable progress. In Nigeria, social studies at the basic education level aim to foster national consciousness, instill essential values and develop skills for societal contribution. Despite these well-defined objectives, the National Teachers’ Institute has noted that the implementation of social studies has not fully achieved its goals. Therefore, the Guided Discovery Method, one of the powerful instructional approaches designed to achieve these objectives, guides and motivates learners to explore information, build new ideas, and create new models of thinking and behaviour.
Aim: The study investigated the effect of Guided Discovery Instructional Approach on the Interest level of Junior Secondary School Students in Social Studies in Umuahia Education Zone of Abia State.
Materials and Methods: The design adopted for the study was quasi- experimental design. Three research questions and three hypotheses were formulated respectively. The population of the study was 6,160 and 308 junior secondary students was sampled from the population respectively. The instrument for data collection was Social Studies Interest Scale (SOSIS). The research questions were answered using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation. The null hypotheses formulated were tested at 0.05 level of significance using Analysis of co-variance (ANCOVA).
Results: Students taught using the Guided Discovery Instructional Approach (Experimental Group) have higher post-test mean interest scores and greater mean gain in interest compared to those taught using the Expository Method (Control Group). This indicates that the guided discovery instructional approach is more effective in increasing students' interest in social studies. Female students have a higher post-test mean interest score and a greater mean gain in interest compared to male students. This indicates that the guided discovery instructional approach has a more significant impact on the interest levels of female students in social studies. Finally, the result on interaction effects of method of instruction and gender on students’ interest indicated that the guided discovery instructional approach appears to be more effective in increasing interest in social studies for both male and female students, with a particularly strong effect on female students.
Conclusion: The study concluded that the guided discovery instructional approach showed to be a better teaching method for increasing students’ interest in social studies, especially among female students, thus sustaining its adoption and implementation in educational settings to achieve the desired educational results.
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Author(s):
Comfort Adebisi Ogunleye, Chidinma Abaribe E., Sodimu Jeminat Omotade, Oyebola Oludayo Ogunbunmi.
Page No : 76-91
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Knowledge, Attitudes and Self–Efficacy of Child Sexual Abuse Prevention among Teachers in Selected Secondary Schools in Abeokuta South Local Government, Ogun State.
Abstract
Sexual violence against children is a gross violation of children's rights and as well an undeniable global reality across all countries. This social ill occurs in various forms including rape, sexual assault, child sexual abuse etc. The objective of the study is to assess the level of knowledge, attitude and self-efficacy of secondary school teachers on child sexual abuse prevention. A descriptive cross-sectional design was used and Convenience sampling technique was adopted for the study. A structured self-administered questionnaire was used. A sample of 164 teachers was administered questionnaires to. The frequency table was used to find the percentages and descriptive statistics of the data; and also Chi-Square cross-tabulation was used to analysis the hypotheses with the aid of Statistical Packages for Social Science (SPSS) version 21.0 The findings revealed that 159 (97%) of the teachers have a good knowledge of child sexual abuse and 5 (3.0%) have poor knowledge of child sexual abuse prevention, 98 (59.8%) have positive attitude towards preventing child sexual abuse while 66 (40.2%) have negative attitude. 94 (57.3%) of the respondent have a high self-efficacy of child abuse prevention while 70 (42.7%) have low self-efficacy of child sexual abuse prevention. The results of this study showed that teacher's attitudes about child sexual abuse prevention is significantly related to self-efficacy in preventing sexual abuse but knowledge showed an insignificant relation to self-efficacy. It is recommended that teachers with poor knowledge of child sexual abuse should be trained on how to prevent the children from sexual abuse in the society which will enhance their knowledge
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Author(s):
Adisa O. I., Oladimeji O. A., Adeyemi-Gidado S. A., Akomolafe A. A., Ogunbanwo S. T..
Page No : 92-101
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Investigation of Teenage Pregnancy and its Effects among Female Secondary School Students.
Abstract
Teenage pregnancy remains a prevalent concern, particularly among young females facing educational and economic disadvantages, this can be attributed to factors such as illiteracy, societal practices, and poverty encouraging girls to enter into sexual relationships at an early age. In Nigeria, more than 23% of females aged between 15-19 years are bearing children. In Nigeria, as in numerous other countries, there's a noticeable increase in teenage sexual activity. The case of underaged girls, usually between the ages of thirteen to nineteen years, becoming pregnant is a serious problem that has eaten deep to the fabric of our societies inhibiting the growth of the society in this contemporary period.
This study focused on the menace of this act among the teenagers in our society, using a descriptive method to identify basic factors and their effects using primary data. Some of the root causes identified are poverty, peer pressure and media influence while the effects include school drop-out, inadequate care for the child born by teenage mother, health problems and a host of other vices. The study suggested adequate parental care, eradication of street hawking, and inculcation of moral values through religious bodies as ways of reducing teenage pregnancy in Nigeria.
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Author(s):
Anne Ekerete Ekanem (Ph.D.), Mfon Effiong Asuquo.
Page No : 102-114
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Challenges and Prospects of Career Choice amongst Senior Secondary Three (SSIII) Students in Obot Akara Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State.
Abstract
This study seeks to explore career choice, challenges and prospects amongst SSIII students in Comprehensive Secondary School Ntoedino, Methodist Secondary School Ntodang and FIDA Secondary School, Ntonguno, all in Obot Akara Local Government Area. Survey research design was adopted for the study. The study population comprised of students from the above named school. A sample size of 150 students was gotten through simple random sampling technique, and data were analysed using simple percentage. Findings from the study revealed that, right career choice is influenced by role models like teachers, parents, educators and guardians as 86% of the study respondents attested to this. It was also deduced that, the child alone, without the adult’s guidance/counseling cannot make the right career choice. On the effect of resources/finances on right career choice, 90% being majority agreed to the assertion that most of the poor parents who send their children to public schools, have no proper orientation and are unable to educate their children properly on right career choice; and so, majority accepted the fact that, poverty affects right career choice/course of study. From the analysis it was concluded that, there were a lot of lapses with regards to proper choice of career/course of study by students in senior classes in public schools. However, the study recommended that, proper orientation/sensitization must be done by families, teachers, educators, role models, exposed friends, counselors, parents and relatives. Even at that, children should be given free hands to make their choices based on innate potentialities and not imposing courses of study/career on them. Moreover, to help students from poor background, examination like NECO, WAEC, JAMB should be made free to students in public schools.
Keywords: Career Choice, Prospects, Students, Public, Guardian, Counselling
