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PERCEIVED INFLUENCE OF INNOVATIVE TEACHING METHODS ON STUDENTS\u27 ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ANAMBRA EAST LGA OF ANAMBRA STATE.
No full textThe study investigated the perceived influence of innovative teaching methods on students’ academic performance in Anambra East Local Government Area. Four research questions guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population of the study consists of 578 SS2 students in the nine public secondary schools in Anambra East Local Government Area. The sample size was 150 secondary school students selected through a simple random sampling technique. The research instrument for this study is a questionnaire titled “Perceived Influence of Innovative Teaching Methods on Students’ Academic Performance (PIITMSAP), designed by the researcher.” The instruments were validated by three experts, two in Educational Management and Policy and one in the Department of Educational Foundations (Measurement and Evaluation Unit), all in the Faculty of Education, from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Cronbach’s alpha was used to determine the internal consistency of the instrument. Data were analyzed using mean ratings in answering the research question. The findings of the study showed that project-based learning, collaborative learning, flipped classroom, and personalized learning have a positive influence on students’ academic performance in Anambra East Local Government Area. Based on the findings of the study, it was strongly concluded that innovative teaching methods have a positive influence on the academic performance of students in secondary schools in Anambra East Local Government Area. Hence, incorporating project-based learning, collaborative learning, flipped classrooms, and personalized learning into secondary school curricula significantly enhances the academic performance of students in Anambra East Local Government Area. It was recommended among others that teachers should design projects that align with learning objectives, encouraging student autonomy and self-directed learning
INFLUENCE OF NON-AVAILABILITY OF POWER SUPPLY AND INEFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION INFRASTRUCTURE ON THE ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF BUSINESS EDUCATION STUDENTS
No full textThis study investigated the influence of non-availability of power supply and ineffective communication infrastructure on the academic achievement of business education students in public tertiary institutions in Anambra State. Two research questions guided the study, and two hypotheses were tested. A descriptive survey design was adopted, with a population of 224 business education students from four public tertiary institutions offering business education programs. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire developed by the researcher, with reliability coefficients of 0.784 and 0.78 respectively, as determined by Cronbach\u27s alpha. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and t-test to answer the research questions and test the hypotheses. The findings showed that the non-availability of power supply significantly influenced students’ academic performance. Similarly, ineffective communication infrastructure affected students\u27 academic achievements. Gender did not influence respondents’ opinions, but the location of institutions had an effect. The study recommended that the federal government legislate to deregulate the national electricity grid to improve power supply. Additionally, federal and state governments should partner with telecommunication companies to provide reliable communication and data networks within tertiary institutions. These measures would enhance teaching and learning, ensuring an improved academic environment for students
IMPACT OF NUTRITION EDUCATION ON HOUSEHOLD FOOD CHOICE AND HOUSEHOLD CONSUMPTION OF PROCESSED FOODS IN DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
No full textThis research assesses the nutrition education and household food choice/consumption patterns in Delta State, Nigeria. It attempts to explore how nutrition education shapes the choice and consumption of processed foods, focusing on sugary drinks, packaged snacks, and instant noodles. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for this research. A survey was given to 384 households. The study utilised Pearson Product Moment and multiple regression statistics. A Pearson correlation analysis revealed a moderate to strong positive relationship (r = 0.723) between the two variables, suggesting that higher levels of nutrition education are associated with improved food choices and consumption patterns. The correlation was found to be statistically significant, with a p-value of 0.039, indicating that the observed relationship is unlikely to be due to chance. These findings suggest that nutrition education programs may be crucial in promoting healthier dietary behaviours. However, while the study highlights the positive impact of nutrition education, it also emphasises the need to consider additional factors such as socioeconomic status, food accessibility, and cultural influences that may also affect food choices. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on the importance of nutrition education in public health interventions aimed at improving dietary habits and preventing diet-related diseases. This study emphasizes that nutrition education is essential in bringing about healthier dietary practices and therefore, recommends targeted nutrition education programmes as a valuable strategy in the improvement of public health and reduction of diet-related diseases in the state
ACTUALIZING SOCIAL MEDIA AND CYBER INVOLVEMENT FOR CAPACITY BUILDING AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AMONG STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN DELTA STATE
No full textThis study ascertained ways of actualizing social media cyber involvement for capacity building and sustainable economic development among students of tertiary institutions in Delta State. Three research questions guided the study and three null hypotheses were tested. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised 3,448 lecturers in 11 public tertiary institutions in Delta State. Using convenience sampling technique, 1724 lecturers were sampled. The instrument for data collection was a 35-item structured questionnaire. The instrument was validated by three experts. Cronbach Alpha was used to determine the internal consistency of the items, which yielded reliability co-efficient values of 0.91, 0.94 and 0.83 for clusters B1 to B3. Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions, while Analysis of Variance was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. . The findings of the study revealed that the respondents agreed that students engage in cybercrime through social media networks such as Facebook, YouTube amongst others and also agreed with the possible ways to educate students on the negative impact of involving in internet cybercrime which included creation of awareness and education on legal consequences of cybercrime and digital ethics in tertiary institutions and finally agreed with ways to re-direct students on the positive impact of using internet for capacity building and economic sustainability. The study equally revealed significant influence of institution type on respondents’ ratings on the ways to re-direct students on the positive impact of using internet for capacity building and sustainable economic development. The study concluded that tertiary institution students in Delta State are engaging in cybercrime through internet cyberspace, despite the fact that they should be at the forefront enlightening other students and serving as a resource for offering control measures on the use of social media handle
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SELF-EFFICACY AND STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN TECHNICAL DRAWING IN EDO STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGES
No full textThis study investigated the relationship between self-efficacy and student’s academic performance in technical drawing in Edo State technical colleges. A correlational research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of 834 technical drawing students from the six Edo State technical colleges. Purposive sampling technique, was used to obtain a sample size of 322 from the total population, two research instruments were used which include standardized Technical Drawing Achievement Test (TDAT), and Academic Self-Efficacy Scale (ASES). Standardized TDAT was adopted from the National Technical Certificate Examination past questions. The instrument on TDAT, was a standardize instruments and as such does not need any validation, however the instrument for (ASES) was validated by three research experts, two in Vocational and Technical Education Department of Ambrose Alli University, (AAU) Ekpoma and one from Measurement and Evaluation Department, University of Benin (UNIBEN), both from Edo state. Cronbach Alpha was used to determine the reliability coefficients of\u27 ASES questionnaire which yielded the reliability coefficient values of 0.84. One research question and one null hypothesis guided the study, the hypothesis was formulated and tested at .05 level of significance. 303 returned instruments were used for data analysis. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Co-efficient (PPMCC) was used for data analyses to answer the research question and linear regression was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. Results revealed a high positive correlation and relationship between self-efficacy and students’ academic performance in technical drawing in Edo State technical colleges. Based on this finding, it was recommended a system for early identification of disengaged students, providing targeted academic support and personalized mentorship pairings with experience teacher be implemented
21ST CENTURY CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
No full textThe paper focused on the challenges and opportunities facing educators of business and entrepreneurship education in using instructional delivery in public universities in South-East Nigeria. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study comprised 46 business and entrepreneurship Educators in public universities in Enugu State, Nigeria. Two research questions were raised for the study and two null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. A structured questionnaire was used to seek the opinion of business and entrepreneurship education lecturers on the subject matter. The internal consistency of the instrument was established using Cronbach Alpha formula which yielded correlation co-efficient of 0.85 and 0.79 for clusters B1 to B2 with an overall reliability index of 0.82 obtained. Research questions were analyzed using mean and standard deviation while t-test was used to test the null hypotheses. Consequently, the study identified 10 challenges facing business educators in instructional delivery at 21st public universities in Enugu State, Nigeria. Also, there was no significant difference between the mean responses of male and female business educators on the challenges in the instructional delivery within entrepreneurship education curriculum at 21st public universities in Enugu State, Nigeria. Based on the findings of the study, the researchers recommended that National Universities Commission (NUC) and curriculum planners should ensure the integration of 21st-century teaching tools and pedagogies into the business and entrepreneurship education curricula
ENHANCING SAFETY CULTURE: INVESTIGATING INTENTIONS, ATTITUDES, AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH PRACTICES AMONG TVET STAFF IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
No full textThe study examined enhancing safety culture: investigating intentions, attitudes, and occupational health practices among TVET staff in public universities. To guide the study, two research questions and hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a correlational survey research design. The population of the study comprised of all 96 Technology and Vocational Education staff from universities in Anambra state. The entire population was used as sample, because of its manageable size. The instrument used for the collection of data was a structured questionnaire made up of 20 items divided into three clusters measuring the relevant dimensions of planned behaviour, occupational health and safety practices. The instruments were validated by two experts, in technology and vocational education. Data collected from the respondents were analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Co-efficient, linear regression and bias corrected (BC) bootstrapping regression estimate. The findings revealed among others a very high positive relationship between safety intentions and health, based on the findings, it can be concluded that safety intentions predict health and safety practices, It was recommended that mentorship programmes should be organized by administrators to enable staff learn from experienced colleagues and reinforce positive behaviours, establish well-defined occupational health and safety policies aligned with planned behavior, continuously evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adjust strategies based on feedback and outcome
ETHICAL CONCERNS IN THE APPLICATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLEGENCE IN BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAMME IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN CROSS RIVER STATE
No full textThe study evaluate the ethical concerns in the application of AI in business education programme in public universities in Cross River State. Three specific objectives, research questions and null hypotheses guided the study. Descriptive survey design was adopted in the study. The population comprised 52 business educators (males 30 and females 22) in two public universities in Cross River State: Unical and Uncross. The entire population was used since the size is manageable. Self-designed questionnaire title: Ethical Concerns in AI Application Scale was used to collect data from the respondents. The instrument was face validated by three subject experts and was tested for reliability using Cronbach Alpha which produced a coefficient of 0.86. Fifty-two (52) copies of the instruments were administered and were all collected after completion. Mean and Standard Deviation were used to answer the research question while t-test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings indicated that accountability, privacy and bias are of great concern in the application of AI in business education programme. Furthermore, institution, age and gender of business educators were not significant in respect to the extent of accountability, privacy and gender concerns in the application of AI in business education programme in public universities in Cross River State. It was recommended among others that governments should implement regulations to ensure that AI systems adhere to strict privacy standards and developers are held accountable for any breaches
Evaluation of Service Charge Determination as a Veritable Tool for Managing Multi-Tenanted Properties in Edo State
No full textOver the years, service charges have given rise to several disputes and issues for landlords and tenants, including selecting the contractor to perform the services. Disagreements and legal action may result from failure to pay service charges when they are due. This study uses the Edo State as a case study to investigate how service charges are administered in commercial buildings. The study looked at the services that go into administering service charges, how they are used, and the difficulties in doing so. The study utilized a quantitative methodology in which thirty questionnaires were sent to the building\u27s residents in the designated study area. The sampling strategy employed was purposeful sampling. Descriptive statistics were used to assess the received data. The study\u27s conclusions show that although the retail complex used the space volume technique of allocating service charges, the tenants prefer the fixed percentage method. The results also indicate that the main obstacles to service fee management were an unfavorable economy and some tenants\u27 payment defaults. It\u27s interesting to note that, aside from elevator and air conditioning system servicing, all services and amenities that make up a service charge were provided to renters in the case study, according to the analysis. The report suggests holding scheduled meetings to settle disputes between managers and tenants. To improve user service at Edo State, service providers should increase service offerings and hire professionals to maintain the facilities properly.  
An Appraisal of Public Infrastructure Project Procurement: Focus on Transparency Provisions in the Nigerian Procurement Act
No full textThis paper evaluates the degree of transparency in the PPA 2007 and its effectiveness and compliance with globally acceptable standards. Efficiency in public procurement systems has been established to enhance service delivery and reduce opportunities for corruption. Despite the Procurement Practice Act\u27s (PPA) strategies, such as open bidding, public bid opening sessions, and provision of procurement information, implementation challenges include accessibility, lack of specificity in evaluation rubrics, and poor complaint handling. The mixed method research techniques were utilized in the study. This includes case studies, surveys, and a literature review. The most important observations made by respondents and stakeholders were that there is a great awareness of the act’s existence but there are issues that bedevil its successful implementation. This study points to the gaps between enacting the law and its execution such as inadequate or delayed publication of awarded contracts and lack of efficient e-procurement systems. Some of the international standards on the use of technology and management of conflict of interest in procumbent processes and systems are particularly revealing of how Nigeria has fallen behind. The study concludes that PPA, 2007 has a relatively good base for transparency, However, its practicality is ineffective due to a lack of enforcement, political interference, and a lack of technological integration