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Internship and Extracurricular Activities as Predictors of Employability Skills Needs of Business Education Students in Tertiary Institutions in Anambra State
No full textThis study examined internship and extracurricular activities as predictors of employability skills among business education students in tertiary institutions in Anambra State. The study adopted a correlational research design. The population of the study comprised 237 final-year Business Education students in tertiary institutions in Anambra State. The study adopted a census sampling technique since the population was manageable. Thus, the sample size was 237. The instrument for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled: Internship, Extracurricular Activities and Employability Skills (IEEQ). Each of the clusters of the questionnaire had 10 items and was structured on a four-point rating scale: Strongly Agree (SA), Agree (A), Disagree (D), and Strongly Disagree (SD). To determine the reliability of the instruments, the instruments were trial tested using a single administration on a representative sample of 10 students (5 male and 5 female business education students) and obtained the reliability coefficients of 0.884, 0.797, and 0.834. The study used simple and multiple linear regression for data analysis. Simple linear regression analysis was used to answer the research questions and to test the hypotheses at the 0.05 level of significance. The study found that internship experiences significantly enhance employability skills among male and female business education students in Anambra State by fostering practical competence and workplace adaptability. These experiences bridge academic theory and professional practice, equipping students with critical skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. The study, therefore, recommended among others that tertiary institutions in Anambra State should strengthen partnerships with industries to ensure that all business education students, irrespective of gender, are provided with structured internship opportunities that offer relevant and practical exposure. Also, curriculum planners should integrate mandatory internship components into business education programmes to facilitate the development of employability skills such as communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and time managemen
Adequacy of Graduation Requirements in the NCCE 2012 Minimum Standards for Adult and Non-Formal Education in Nigeria
No full textThe aim of this paper is to evaluate the graduation requirements in the NCCE 2012 minimum standards
for adult and non-formal education in the colleges of education in Nigeria with a view to finding out
whether it is adequate or not. The study was a descriptive survey research design, guided by two research
questions and one hypothesis. The population of the study was 220 lecturers in the colleges of education
in Nigeria that offer adult education. The entire population was used for the study; hence, no sapling was
done. Questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The face and content validity of the
questionnaire was done by two experts from Department of Adult and Continuing Education and
Department of Science Education respectively. Cronbach alpha was used to ascertain the reliability of the
instrument which stood at 0.97. Data collected were analyzed using mean statistics for research question
one, percentage analysis for research question two, t-test was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of
significance. The findings of the study revealed that all the two items in the instrument were adequate.
However, percentage analysis indicated that most respondents suggested the inclusion of teaching options
or courses and inculcation of at least a practical skill in the curriculum for adult and non-formal education
in the colleges of education in Nigeria. Therefore, based on the findings, it was recommended that
teaching courses, acquisition of a practical skill and reduction to 80 credits should be included in the
graduation requirements of NCCE 2012 minimum standards for adult and non-formal educatio
Perceived Entrepreneurs’ Influence of Point of Sale (Pos) and Mobile Wallets on the Growth of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (Smes)
No full textThe study examined the influence of point of sales (POS) and Mobile wallets on the growth of SMEs in
Anambra State. The study was guided by two research questions and four hypotheses. The study adopted
the mixed method research design which comprised quantitative and qualitative research design. The
population of the study was 981 registered SMEs in Anambra State. No sampling was conducted as the
entire population was used. The study used Google form questionnaire for data collection which was on a
four-point scale. Also, interview was used to collect first-hand information from the respondents. Data
collected from the respondents were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research
questions while the independent t-test was used to test the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The
study found that Point of Sales (POS) and Mobile wallets positively influenced the growth of SMEs in
Anambra State. Also, there is significant difference in the mean ratings of the respondents on the influence
of POS and Mobile wallets on the growth of SMEs with regards to gender and location. The study
recommended that, Managers of financial institutions should continuously upgrade fraud protection
features in digital payment platforms (Point of Sales, POS and Mobile wallets) to build trust and encourage
their adoption among SMEs. Government agencies and financial institutions should organize training
programs to educate entrepreneurs on the effective use of Point of Sales (POS) and Mobile wallets and their
benefit
School-Industry Collaboration as an Innovative Tool for Quality Preparation of Business Education Graduates in Tertiary Institutions in Imo State
No full textThe focus of the study focused on institution and industry collaboration as an innovative tool for quality preparation of business education graduates in tertiary institutions in Imo State. Specifically, the study was designed to determine the areas of collaboration between institution and industry for quality preparation of business education graduates, the constraints faced in institution and industry collaboration for quality preparation of business education graduates and the probable solutions to constraints faced in school and industry collaboration for quality preparation of business education graduates in tertiary institutions in Imo State. Three research questions guided the study, and one hypothesis was tested at 0.05 level of significance. The population of the study consists of the 56 business educators in tertiary institutions in Imo State where business education and office technology and management programme are offered. The entire population was used for the study because manageable size of the population, hence there was no sampling. A three sectioned research questionnaire was used for data collection. The instrument was developed by researchers and validated by experts in the field of business education. The questionnaire was administered on the respondents and data obtained was analyzed using mean and standard deviation for the research questions, while t-test was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the analyses revealed the areas of collaboration between institution and industry, the constraints faced in institution and industry collaboration as well as the solutions to constraints faced in school and industry collaboration for quality preparation of business education graduates. Based on the findings, it was recommended that business education students should be given adequate awareness and exposure to industrial activities and experience while in training to acquire practical knowledge needed to cope with the demand of digital econom
PREDICTIVE INFLUENCE OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION IN THE DIGITAL ERA ON BUSINESS PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATION ADOPTION AMONG SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NORTH CENTRAL NIGERIA
No full textThis paper examined the predictive influence of entrepreneurship education in the digital era on business performance and innovative adoption among small and medium enterprises in North Central Nigeria. Three research questions were answered, and three null hypotheses were formulated. This study employed a correlation research design. The target population comprised 21,537 SME operators registered with state branches of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) and affiliated trade and cooperative associations within the six selected states, namely: Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger and Plateau States. The sample of the study was 424 SME operators selected using a proportionate stratified sampling technique. Data for this study were collected using three structured researcher-developed questionnaires designed to measure the major constructs of the study. To ensure content validity, the three instruments were subjected to expert review. Reliability of the instruments was determined using the Cronbach’s alpha method, and coefficients of 0.89 for QEEDE, 0.86 for BPQ) and 0.71 for IAQ were obtained. Regression analysis was used for data analysis. Linear regression was used to answer research questions 1 and 2 and test null hypotheses 1 and 2. More so, multiple regression was used to answer research question 3 and test null hypothesis 3 at 0.05 alpha level. The finding revealed that entrepreneurship education in the digital age significantly predicted innovative adoption and business performance among SMES in North Central Nigeria. It was also found that entrepreneurship education in the digital era jointly predicted innovation adoption and business performance among SMEs in North Central Nigeria. It was recommended amongst others that federal and state governments should implement Digital Entrepreneurship Clusters, where SMEs receive integrated support combining digital training, innovation financing, and technical assistanc
EVALUATION OF SUBSURFACE STRUCTURES USING HIGH RESOLUTION AEROMAGNETIC DATASET FOR HYDROCARBON POTENTIAL PROSPECTIVITY IN PARTS OF THE ANAMBRA AND SOUTHERN BIDA BASINS, NIGERIA
No full textThis study focuses on the evaluation of subsurface structures using high resolution aeromagnetic dataset for hydrocarbon potential prospectivity in parts of the Anambra and Southern Bida Basins, Nigeria. Four high-resolution aeromagnetic data were collected, analyzed and evaluated to interpret the structural framework, assess basement topography, and evaluate the hydrocarbon potential of the study region. The datasets were interpreted using a combination of geophysical interpretation tools such as Oasis Montaj, Surfer, and Geo Rose software. Results from qualitative analysis of the residual anomaly map (RAM), the reduce to pole (RTP) map and the rose diagram reveals significant northeast to southwest (NE-SW) trending faults within the region, reflecting the regional tectonic regime. This conforms to the trend of the Benue Trough. The result also reveals evidence of other structural feature such as folds in the area. These faults form potential migration pathways and trapping mechanisms for hydrocarbon accumulation. Lineament analysis as reveal by the Analytical signal map showed dense fault networks predominately around the southern area, with prominent basement depressions that could serve as accommodation spaces for sediments. The identified structural traps, coupled with the thick sedimentary cover and fault-controlled migration pathways, suggest that the study area is prospective for hydrocarbon accumulation. The sedimentary thickness obtained through Spectral analysis ranges from 0.42 km – 5.24 km with average of 1.72 km across the study area. The deep sedimentary cover signifying deep depth to magnetic sources vary from 2.03km to 5.24 km, whereas the shallow sedimentary cover (shallow depth to magnetic sources) varies from 0.41 km to 1.85 km. The sedimentary cover map reveals deeper sedimentary cover in the southern and central parts of the study area while, the shallower sedimentary cover occurs in the northern parts. The result of the estimated oil and gas window is between 74.78 °C and 150.21 °C across the study area. The study concludes that there is likelihood of hydrocarbon generation in the southern and central regions of the study area, whereas, the northern and other parts of the study area appear plausible for mineral exploration
The Impact of Non-Oil Revenue on the Economic Growth: Evidence from Nigeria.
No full textThis study investigates the impact of non-oil revenue on the economic growth of Nigeria. Specifically, the study examined the effect of customs and excise duties on the GDP of Nigeria; evaluate the effect of value-added tax on the GDP of Nigeria, and ascertain the effect of company income tax on the GDP of Nigeria. An ex-post facto research design was employed, and the study made use of secondary data obtained from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) statistical bulletins, spanning from 1993 to 2022. A sample regression (error correction model) analytical tool was employed. The error correction model technique was used in estimating all the models in order to investigate the relationship between the dependent variables and independent variables. A Unit root test was conducted to show whether a time series variable is non-stationary and possesses a unit root and to validate the data used in the study\u27s analysis to prevent erroneous regression findings. This research concluded that company income tax has a significant effect on GDP in Nigeria, while value-added tax (VAT) and customs and excise duties have no significant effect on GDP in Nigeria for the period under review (1993–2022). The study recommends, among others, that the government should look for ways of introducing policies that will improve non-oil revenue, especially the value-added tax (VAT) and customs and excise duties (CED), in order to boost our gross domestic product
SYNTHESIZING AI-POWERED TOOLS IN CURRICULUM DELIVERY OF MICROTEACHING COURSE IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA
No full textMicroteaching is one of the core courses in all teacher training institutions, which is designed toprepare and equip student teachers with the essential competencies needed to face the complex andchallenging work of teaching profession. Cognizant of the fact that the world has rapidly becomedigitalized; the study investigated synthesizing of AI-Powered tools in the curriculum delivery ofMicroteaching course in public universities in Anambra State. Three research questions guided thestudy. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population of the study comprised 312lecturers from the faculties of Education in the two public universities. The sample size for the studywas 68 lecturers obtained from two out of the 13 departments in the Faculties of Education in the twopublic universities using multi-stage sampling of purposive and simple random techniques. A selfstructured questionnaire titled “Synthesizing AI-powered tools in Curriculum Delivery ofMicroteaching Course in Public Universities Questionnaire (SAIPTCDMTCPU)” was used asinstrument for data collection, which was structured on a four-point rating scale and was validated bythree experts. The reliability index of the instrument was 0.78 using Cronbach Alpha. The statisticalmeasure used for data analysis was Mean. The findings of the study revealed that synthesizing AIPowered tools in curriculum delivery of Microteaching course in the public universities is to a lowextent. It further revealed that there are a lot of challenges in synthesizing AI-Powered tools incurriculum delivery of Microteaching course but with inestimable values to educational system. It wasrecommended among others that, lecturers in Faculty of Education specifically and other lecturersshould be encouraged to synthesize AI-Powered tools in curriculum delivery as it has been proved tobe invaluable in training students in today’s computerized world
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND PERCEIVED HEALTH OF PREGNANT WOMEN IN ODUKPANI LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF CROSS RIVER STATE
No full textThe main purpose of this study was to investigate physical activity and perceived health of pregnantwomen in hard- to-reached areas communities in Odukpani Local Government Area of Cross RiverState, Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, two null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Adetailed review of related literature was carried out based on the variables of the study. Surveyresearch design was employed for the study. A sample of 342 was used for the study. Simple randomsampling technique was adopted in selecting the twenty-two communities while systematic randomsampling technique was adopted in selecting the three hundred and forty (342) respondents used forthe study. Twenty items four-point scale questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection.The instrument was validated by relevant authority one expert in department of Health Education andPromotion and two others in Measurement and Evaluation. To test the hypotheses formulated for thestudy, Pearson product moment correlation statistical tool was used for data analysis. The findingsobtained from analysis of data and testing of hypotheses in the study revealed that there was asignificant relationship between swimming, walking, and perceived health of pregnant women in thestudy area. Based on these findings it was recommended that relevant authorities should ensure thatmore women are sensitized on the need to participate actively in walking activities in order to improvetheir health during pregnancy
Enhancing Assessment through AI: A Comparative Study of Lecturers’ Views on Human and AI-Based Feedback in Nigerian University Settings
No full textThis study comparatively examined lecturers\u27 perceptions of AI-based versus human feedback inNigerian university settings, focusing on attitudes, perceived effectiveness, and integrationpreferences at Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The study was guided by three research questionsand two corresponding hypotheses were tested. The population comprised all 3,200 academic staff ofNnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, from which a sample size of 357 lecturers was selected usingTaro Yamane\u27s formula at 95% confidence level. Adopting a descriptive survey design, data werecollected using the instrument titled "Lecturers\u27 Perception of AI-Based Feedback Questionnaire(LPAIFQ)" with a reliability coefficient of 0.864, and validated by three experts, two in EducationalMeasurement, Evaluation and Research and one in Educational Technology. Quantitative data wereanalyzed using descriptive statistics of frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviation andinferential statistics including independent t-test and ANOVA using SPSS version 26.0. Findingsreveal nuanced perceptions: while 68% of lecturers appreciate the speed and consistency of AIgenerated feedback, concerns persist regarding its contextual accuracy, emotional sensitivity, andadaptability to individual student needs, with significant differences in perception based on years ofteaching experience (F=12.34, p<0.05) and disciplinary affiliation (t=4.67, p<0.05). The studyconcluded that disciplinary differences and prior experience with AI tools emerged as significantfactors influencing attitudes toward AI in assessment, while 72% preferred hybrid models combininghuman judgment with AI efficiency. It is recommended that institutions should develop balancedintegration approaches with culturally-sensitive AI feedback systems and adequate training programsto enhance feedback practices in AI-enhanced learning environments