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The academic performance of urban and rural secondary school learners in south western Nigeria
Full text linkThis research examined the reasons for the differences in the academic performance of school learners, and makes reference to economic, social and cultural capital theory in explaining educational imbalances in society.
Many researchers have conducted studies on the factors contributing to the academic performance of learners at various levels of schooling have been undertaken. These researchers have come to the conclusion that the academic performance of learners is affected by numerous factors, namely, gender, age, learners' schooling, family’s socio-economic status, residential area of learners, the medium of instruction in schools, tuition trends, hours spent on studying on a daily basis and accommodation in hostels (Petersen, 2010:15). There is a popular saying in south-western Nigeria, that “if the parents’ financial status is good, the reflection of it will show in the child”. This study is focused on the academic performance of learners at the secondary school level and investigates the influence of economic, social and cultural capital on their academic performance.
This study aims to determine which factors contribute to the poor academic performance of rural secondary school learners in south-western Nigeria and then, based on the findings of the research undertaken to make recommendations regarding what could be done to improve the academic performance of these learners.
The mixed-methods approach of combining both qualitative and quantitative approaches to accomplish the aims of the research were used. The population consisted of four secondary schools, four school principals, 16 teachers, 40 parents and 120 learners.
According to the results of this research, we can see that the social, cultural and economic capital of parents is a powerful determinant with regard to motivating their children’s education.D. Ed. (Socio-Education)Educational Studie
Going Beyond Counting First Authors in Author Co-citation Analysis
Full text linkThe present study examines one of the fundamental aspects of author co-citation analysis (ACA) - the way co-citation
counts are defined. Co-citation counting provides the data on which all subsequent statistical analyses and mappings
are based, and we compare ACA results based on two different types of co-citation counting - the traditional type that
only counts the first one among a cited work's authors on the one hand and a non-traditional type that takes into
account the first 5 authors of a cited work on the other hand. Results indicate that the picture produced through this non-traditional author co-citation counting contains more coherent author groups and is therefore considerably clearer. However, this picture represents fewer specialties in the research field being studied than that produced through the traditional first-author co-citation counting when the same number of top-ranked authors is selected and analyzed. Reasons for these effects are discussed
Variations on the Author
Full text link“Variations on the Author” discusses two of Eduardo Coutinho’s recent films (Um Dia na Vida, from 2010, and Últimas Conversas, posthumously released in 2015) and their contribution to the general question of documentary authorship. The director’s filmography is characterized by a consistent yet self-effacing form of authorial self-inscription: Coutinho often features as an interviewer that rather than express opinions propels discourses; an interviewer that is good at listening. This mode of self-inscription characterizes him as an author who is not expressive but who is nonetheless markedly present on the screen. In Um Dia na Vida, however, Coutinho is completely absent form the image, while Últimas Conversas, on the contrary, includes a confessional prologue that moves the director from the margins to the center of his films. This article examines the ways in which these works stand out in the filmography of a director who offers new insights into the notion of cinematic authorship
Appropriate Similarity Measures for Author Cocitation Analysis
Full text linkWe provide a number of new insights into the methodological discussion about author cocitation analysis. We first argue that the use of the Pearson correlation for measuring the similarity between authors’ cocitation profiles is not very satisfactory. We then discuss what kind of similarity measures may be used as an alternative to the Pearson correlation. We consider three similarity measures in particular. One is the well-known cosine. The other two similarity measures have not been used before in the bibliometric literature. Finally, we show by means of an example that our findings have a high practical relevance.information science;Pearson correlation;cosine;similarity measure;author cocitation analysis
UNTANGLING COLONIALISM: EDUCATION, RESISTANCE, AND TRANSFORMATION
No full textThe article investigates the enduring impact of colonialism on global education systems, highlighting how colonial powers historically imposed Western educational ideals that marginalised indigenous knowledge and cultural practices. This colonial legacy persists through Western-centric curricula and assessment standards, often overlooking the diverse realities of formerly colonized societies. To address these historical inequities, comprehensive decolonisation efforts are necessary, including revising curricula to integrate diverse perspectives and knowledge systems. This process involves not only adding diverse content but also fundamentally rethinking pedagogical approaches to foster critical thinking and engagement with multiple worldviews. Resistance to colonial educational legacies is multifaceted, involving grassroots movements, academic scholarship, and policy advocacy aimed at empowering marginalised communities. Incorporating indigenous knowledge and epistemologies into educational systems is crucial, as these offer alternative ways of understanding the world. Institutional transformation is also necessary, requiring a rethinking of structures, policies, and practices to promote equity and inclusion. A global perspective highlights the importance of cross-border collaboration and dialogue, as regions face unique challenges and opportunities in their decolonisation efforts
OPEN DISTANCE LEARNING EPISTEMOLOGY THROUGH THE HEIDEGGERIAN LENS OF TEMPORALITY
No full textThis article delves into the convergence of epistemology and Open Distance Learning (ODL), emphasising the importance of temporal dynamics within the realm of education. Epistemology, a foundational aspect of philosophical investigation, plays a crucial role in shaping the beliefs and methodologies of educators, thereby influencing the learning experiences of students. Temporal disjunction in ODL poses a challenge to conventional epistemological principles, leading to an investigation into the process of acquiring and sharing knowledge in a flexible learning environment. Heidegger's ontology, specifically his notion of temporality, provides valuable understanding of the existential aspect of time and its consequences for ODL. The article provides an overview of the historical progression of epistemology, with a particular focus on its significance in comprehending the processes of knowledge acquisition and justification. The text also examines prominent theories and concepts in the field of epistemology, such as the tripartite analysis of knowledge and the various approaches taken in response to scepticism. Ultimately, it utilises Heideggerian temporality to ODL, highlighting the profound capacity for change that arises from embracing time as a fundamental imperative in education
Dispelling the Myths Behind First-author Citation Counts
Full text linkWe conducted a full-scale evaluative citation analysis study of scholars in the XML research field to explore just how different from each other author rankings resulting from different citation counting methods actually are, and to demonstrate the capability of emerging data and tools on the Web in supporting more realistic citation counting methods. Our results contest some common arguments for the continued
use of first-author citation counts in the evaluation of scholars, such as high correlations between author rankings by first-author citation counts and other citation
counting methods, and high costs of using more realistic citation counting methods that are not well-supported by the ISI databases. It is argued that increasingly available digital full text research papers make it possible for citation analysis studies to go beyond what the ISI databases have directly supported and to employ more
sophisticated methods
The influence of family stru cture on children's academic achievement: evidence from some selected secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria
Full text linkStudies into the elements that influence students' academic progress have drawn the interest and concern of teachers, counsellors, psychologists, researchers, and school officials in Nigeria. The foundation of society is the family, which is generally understood as a couple raising their children or a group of individuals living under one roof and typically under one head. Every family is thought to want their children to do well in school. However, a lot of elements, such as economic pressure, lead families to lose interest in their children's academic endeavours. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between secondary school students' academic achievements and their family structure in Oyo State, Nigeria. A structured questionnaire was utilised for the study to collect data because it helped the researcher found to standardise data collection, categorise data for statistical analysis and collect data at a lower administrative cost. Descriptive and correlational approaches were also applied. Correlational design helps identify the relationship between two variables, while the descriptive design accurately describes the events as they actually occur. Therefore, it was possible to establish a connection between the type of family and the pupils' academic performance. One-way ANOVA was used as the statistical tool to analyse the data. This decision was taken after running the descriptive analysis of the dependent variables. According to the study's findings, family structure and their socioeconomic position, parenting, and upbringing affects pupils' academic achievements in secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria. Also, family structure affects parental support, class concentration, and the self-esteem of students. Additionally, there is a correlation between students' academic success in secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria and the family structure. The study findings indicate that the provision of basic needs (food, shelter, and clothing), mental wellbeing, adequate economic resources, harmony in the parents' relationship, and soundness of the parent-child relationship were significantly influencing the academic performance of students in secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeri
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