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INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES IN ENHANCING EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT IN DIGITALIZED ERA; PREPARATION FOR THE 4TH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
No full textThe study explores innovative strategies that can be employed in enhancing educational assessment in a digitalized era in readiness to embrace the Fourth Industrial Revolution. The 4th Industrial Revolution requires transformative changes in educational assessment as the traditional methods possess many challenges and inabilities in handling the complexity of the 21st century assessment practices. The study highlights the importance of integrating technology and sustainability principles into assessment methods to foster student engagement, critical thinking, and application of technology in assessment practices for the fourth industrial revolution by leveraging the capabilities of e-assessment through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) blockchain and data analytics. Educators can create more meaningful and effective assessment experiences that support student learning and promote sustainable practices with the help of the novel strategies critically examined by this study
EFFECTS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) -INTEGRATED TEACHER DEMONSTRATION STRATEGY (ITD) ON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CHEMISTRY STUDENTS ACHIEVEMENT IN ENUGU SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ENUGU
No full textChemistry students encounter difficulties learning the subject is confirmed by many studies and these learning difficulties have labelled some topics difficult. These learning difficulties may be attributed to the methods of teaching often employed by the teachers. It is against this background this study investigated the effectiveness of integrating Information Technology (IT) into commonly employed teaching method (Teacher Demonstration) on four students’ learning outcomes in some difficult topics (Mole Concept, Chemical Kinetics, Electrolysis and Oxidation and Reduction Reactions) in senior secondary (SS) chemistry. The study involved 124 (63 male, 61 female) SS 2 chemistry students from 4 schools purposively selected from one Education Zonen Enugu State, Nigeria. Using a pre-test post-test non-equivalent control group quasi experimental research design, the study examined the main effects of the treatments, gender and the interaction effects of the variables on chemistry students’ conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, acquisition of science process skills and acquisition of 21st century skills. Four major instruments: Chemistry Conceptual Understanding Test (CCUT), Problem-solving Skills Test (PSST), Science Process Skills Test (SPST) and 21st Century Skills Test (21st CST) were used to collect data. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and analysis of covariance (ANCOVA). Results showed that IT-integrated Teacher Demonstration was the most effective for all the learning outcomes. There were significant main effects of Lecture Method (LM), on chemistry students’ achievement. There was no significant influence of gender on any of the learning outcome. Findings also revealed significant interaction effects of treatment (ITD and LM) on chemistry students’ conceptual understanding, science process skills and 21st century skills. From the findings, integration of IT into these teaching strategiess highly recommended for teaching of chemistry in secondary schools for better academic achievement in chemistr
EFFECT OF LABORATORY PRACTICALS ON UPPER BASIC SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT IN GEOMETRY IN UDI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
No full textThis study investigated the effect of laboratory practical in upper basic school student achievement in geometry in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. The design adopted was quasi-experimental design. The population of the study consists of 1511 Upper Basic Students in 25 Upper Basic School in Udi Local Government Area of Enugu State. The sample was 196 students from two Upper Basic Schools in Udi Local Government Area. The instrument for data collection was Geometry Achievement Test (GAT) which is made up of 20 multiple choice items. Mean, Standard Deviation and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) were used to analyze the data. The findings of this study show that laboratory practical in teaching and learning of geometry enhances students’ achievement. Gender difference exists in achievement of male and female students in favour of females. Based on the findings the researcher made the following recommendations: mathematics laboratory should be provided in all schools to make mathematics teaching and learning more effective, mathematics laboratory method should be used in teaching and learning of geometry to increase students’ achievemen
AWARENESS AND UTILIZATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TOOLS FOR LEARNING OF BIOLOGY IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ENUGU NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
No full textThis study explored the awareness and utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) tools among secondary school students in Enugu North Local Government Area, Enugu State, Nigeria, specifically for learning Biology. Guided by two null hypotheses and four research questions, the study employed a descriptive survey design. The population consisted of 1,780 Senior Secondary School Class II (SS 2) students from nine secondary schools, with a purposive sample of 300 students (180 females, 120 males) from three coeducational schools. Data was collected using the "Awareness and Utilization of Artificial Intelligence Tools for Learning of Biology (AUAITLB)" instrument, validated by three education specialists, and with a reliability coefficient of 0.78. Descriptive statistics and t-test analysis revealed no significant gender differences in AI awareness and utilization. However, the study found that students underutilize AI tools like educational apps, virtual reality (VR), and augmented reality (AR). Recommendations include increased AI sensitization and greater use of AI tools by Biology teacher
Language: A Catalyst for Cultural and Scientific Innovations
No full textLanguage is a key driver of both cultural evolution and scientific innovation. This paper explores the complex relationship between language and innovation across diverse domains. It begins by highlighting language’s essential role in human communication and its function in transmitting cultural knowledge across generations. The discussion emphasizes the positive impact of linguistic diversity on fostering cognitive flexibility and problem-solving abilities, particularly among multilingual individuals. Additionally, the paper examines how language facilitates knowledge transfer in scientific innovations, enabling effective collaboration among researchers. It also explores the influence of linguistic diversity on cultural practices and identity formation within communities. The role of language technologies in breaking down barriers to global communication is addressed, along with the importance of preserving indigenous languages to promote cultural autonomy. Finally, the paper envisions future interdisciplinary approaches that harness language for sustainable innovation, emphasizing its critical role in addressing global challenges. Overall, the paper underscores language’s pivotal contribution to progress and inclusive development in a connected world
Smart Schools Initiative in Enugu State: Using Language as a Linguistic Tool for Eco-Restoration and Sustainability
No full textEnvironmental Education raises one’s awareness of the environment and provides the necessary skills to ensure its sustenance. The environment is vital for its innumerable values that concerns the enjoyment and the satisfaction man derives from the natural world. But the global environment is in a precarious state and this has been much in focus in recent times. More than 50 percent of the Sustainable Development Goal targets lack sufficient progress and about 30 percent have been stalled or reversed. Based on this argument, this theoretical paper reviewed the 125 page book on Environmental Education and Maintenance Culture at the Grassroots. The book successfully blends environmental themes such as climate change, sustainable development, atmospheric carbon dioxide, and biodiversity with English language teaching and learning organized into seven sections. It provides opportunities to discuss environmental issues and at the same time providing students with the right context for language skills development. The last section on aesthetics and culture of maintenance provides young people opportunities to acquire, practice and imbibe a lifelong culture of maintenance from an early stage. It fosters maintenance skills acquisition at home, and contains community based learning activities and field trips. The study affirms that the book has a great potential in contributing towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal targets. It however recommends updating some passages and to digitize the book in line with the 260 BASIC SMART Schools in Enugu Stat
ASSESSING SCIENCE TEACHERS’ USE OF MS EXCEL IN COMPUTATION OF AVERAGE SCORES FOR EFFECTIVE LARGE CLASS ASSESSMENT IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NSUKKA EDUCATION ZONE
No full textThe study has examined extent of Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) Teachers’ use of MS Excel in computation of average scores for effective large class assessment used mainly by teachers and school administrators. Descriptive survey research design was employed. The study was carried out in secondary schools in Nsukka Education Zone of Enugu State. A sample of 180Teachers was drawn from a population of 360 STEM Teachers in the zone using purposive random sampling technique. A 24-item questionnaire developed by the researchers and named MATEPH constituted the instrument for the study which was validated by three Computer experts. Its reliability was found to be 0.84 using Spearman-Brown formula. Collected data were analysed using mean, standard deviation and independent samples t-test for the research questions and null hypotheses respectively. The results revealed that all the STEM Teachers do not equally utilize MS Excel in computation of average scores of basic concepts in their specific areas. Mathematics Teachers however utilized the package more. The researchers recommended that workshops on the use of MS Excel be organized based on the findings
RE-FOCUSING PRIMARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION FOR SUSTAINABLE NATIONAL SECURITY IN NIGERIA
No full textPrimary school level of education remains a central pillar in the foundation of other levels of education which no nation can afford to toy with. A crack in it means a major crack in the entire system, hence the introduction of this new laudable curriculum which introduces entrepreneurial skills at this formative stage. This paper examined the imperatives for its effective implementation that would inculcate enough knowledge, skills, values and positive attitude capable of ensuring sustainable national securit
IMPLEMENTATION OF SCIENCE CURRICULUM FOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN NKANU EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ENUGU STATE
No full textThis paper reviews the Implementation of Science Curriculum for secondary schools in Nkanu East local government area of Enugu State. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. There was no sampling because the population was manageable. The entire population four hundred and forty (440) science teachers in Government owned secondary schools in Nkanu East local government area of Enugu State was used; Science Curriculum Implementation Process Questionnaire (SCIPQ) was used for data collection. The reliability coefficient for the entire instrument was 0.78. The data collected were analyzed using mean (X) and standard deviation for answering the research questions while t-test was employed to test the hypotheses. The findings include that the methods adopted by the Science teachers are demonstration, experimental and discussion methods and significant difference exists in the mean ratings of male and female teachers that utilize the available instructional materials for teaching and learning science only to a less extent, teachers comply with the appropriate teaching methods recommended for use in the Science curriculum to a moderate extent, teachers use the recommended evaluation techniques in assessing their students to a moderate extent, students’ poor background from basic science, under-funding of education, lack of laboratory facilities and inadequate number of trained science teachers were the problems militating against the implementation of the national curriculum to a moderate extent, it was recommended among others that the science content should be monitored periodically to assess the extent to which the objectives are being achieve
CHALLENGES FACED BY TEACHERS IN CONDUCTING BIOLOGY PRACTICAL IN ENUGU NORTH LGA OF ENUGU STATE NIGERIA
No full textThe study investigated the challenges facing teachers in conducting biology practical in secondary schools in Enugu North Local Government. [our research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. The review of literature in the study was organized under conceptual framework, theoretical framework and review of empirical studies. Kolb experiential theory and Vygotsky’s social learning theory were reviewed under theoretical framework. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The study was carried out in Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu state. The population was the same with the sample size which was 27 respondents. The instrument for data collection in this study was a questionnaire. Data collected from the respondents were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. The results revealed that teachers face numerous challenges ranging from non-availability of laboratory resources, unconducive learning environment, poor in-service training of biology teachers and poor student attitude towards biology practical. In line with the findings of the study, the educational implications were highlighted and recommendations made which include among others that the ministry of education should through its agencies make sure that laboratory resources arc adequately provided. Finally, the limitations of the study and suggestions for further studies were mad