Global Journal of Educational Research

Influence of improvement strategies on teachers’ perceived teaching effectiveness in calabar metropolis of cross river state, nigeria.

Abanyam Victoria Atah — 2024-03-14

The main purpose of this study was to examine the influence of improvement strategies on teachers’ perceived teaching effectiveness in Calabar Metropolis of Cross River State, Nigeria. The research design that was adopted in the conduct of this study is the Ex-Post Facto research design. Ex-post Facto research design is a design where the researcher does not have direct control of the independent variables, because their manifestation has already occurred. The variables involved in the study cannot be manipulated. The population of this study comprised all 6 principals, 72 vice principals and 1290 secondary school teachers in 21 public secondary schools in Calabar Metropolis (State Secondary Education Board, Cross River State, 2021). Calabar Metropolis consist of two Local Government Areas; namely, Calabar South and Calabar Municipality respectively). There are 8 public secondary schools in Calabar South and 16 public secondary schools in Calabar Municipality. Three research questions were poised and three statement of hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. A sample of 309 respondents was used in the study using Taro Yamane’s formula. The instruments that were used for data collection were a questionnaire titled Improvement Strategies; Principals’ Role Scale (ISPRS) and Teachers’ Teaching Effectiveness Questionnaire (TTEQ) designed by the researchers. The instrument that was used for data collection is a questionnaire titled Improvement Strategies and Principals’ Role Scale (ISPRS). The instrument comprised two sections A and B. Section A of the instrument consists of demographic sub-variables meant to obtain personal information about the subjects used in this study. Section B comprised 15-structured items questionnaire covering the sub-variables, in a four-point modified Likert Scale items. The internal consistency of the research instrument (ISQ) was tested using the Cronbach Alpha reliability estimate method. The statistical tool used for analysis is one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that there was significant influence of in-service training, motivation and teachers’ involvement in decision-making on teaching effectiveness in public secondary schools in the study area. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that teachers should be exposed to regular in-service training to help them acquire the requisite skills that will make them productive in their service delivery.

Revenue Generation Models Of Financing In The Administration Of Tertiary Institutions In Cross River State, Nigeria

D B Onabe — 2024-03-14

Tertiary institutions play a critical role in the economic and social development of a country, as they produce a skilled workforce that can contribute to the growth and development of various sectors of the economy for human capacity building. Tertiary institutions in Cross River State, Nigeria are faced with various challenges, including inadequate funding and insufficient resources to support their academic activities. This study explored revenue generation models of financing in the administration of tertiary institutions in Cross River State, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was adopted in the study. A sample of 720 respondents made up of all the account and financial officers in tertiary institutions in the study area, was drawn through census approach to participate in the study. A 20-item instrument titled: Revenue Generation Models of Financing Tertiary Institutions Questionnaire (RGMFTIQ) with a reliability index of 0.88 on Cronbach's alpha was used for data collection. This instrument was effectively validated by three (3) experts in the Department of Educational Management University of Calabar. Mean and Standard deviation was used to answer the two (2) research questions, while Multivariate Analysis of Variance (MANOVA) was used to test the hypothesis at .05 alpha level. Findings revealed that those models occur at a low level and could not be accepted as sources of revenue generation in tertiary institutions in the study area. The result of the hypothesis revealed that there were no statistically significant differences in financial and account officers’ perception on the revenue generation model as well as in their educational impact domain in tertiary institutions in Cross River State. It was recommended hat tertiary institutions in Cross River State should consider diversifying their revenue sources beyond government funding to enhance their financial sustainability.

Library Facilities And Classroom Environment: Viable Tools For Instructional Efficiency Toward Better Academic Performance Of Primary School Pupils Akamkpa Lga, Cross River State-Nigeria

Monity Flora Michael — 2024-03-14

The study is on library facilities and classroom environment: viable tools for instructional efficiency towards better academic performance of pupils in primary schools in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. This study was carried out with two research objectives and corresponding research questions and hypotheses. The research adopted ex-post facto research design. The research sample comprised 318 primary six pupils drawn from the population of the study. Data for the study was collected through two instruments which include a questionnaire titled, Learning Facilities and Academic Performance Questionnaire (LFAPQ), and Pupils’ Achievement Test (PAT). Data collected were analyzed statistically through the use of simple regression analysis. Major findings drawn from the study revealed that there is a significant influence of library facilities and classroom environment on instructional efficiency towards better academic performance of primary school pupils in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State. Hence, it was recommended that heads of school and other education stakeholders should team up to ensure books are accessible in their school library for effective learning. The government should assist in corroboration with the other education agencies to provide quality classroom with well-equipped facilities to help improve learning.

Influence Of Recreational Activities On Stress, Subjective Wellbeing And Job Satisfaction Among Lecturers In University Of Calabar

Joseph Odey Ogabor — 2024-03-14

This study investigated impact of recreational activities on stress, subjective wellbeing and job satisfaction among lecturers in the University of Calabar Nigeria. Three null hypotheses guided the study. Survey research design was adopted for the study. Stratified random sampling technique was adopted to select the 150 lecturers from the faculties of education who participated in the study. The instrument for data collection was a twenty (20) item structured questionnaire which was presented for validation by two experts in Test and Measurement and one from the department of Human Kinetics and Health Education. Data were collected by physically administering copies of the instrument to the respondents. The data collected were statistically analyzed using simple linear regression and the study documented a statistically significant influence of recreational activities on stress management, subjective wellbeing and job satisfaction among lecturers in the University of Calabar. Based on the findings of the study, it is recommended among other suggestions that relevant authorities should ensure that recreational activities are deliberately introduced into lecturers’ work schedules to sustain their job satisfaction and attain educational goals and objectives.

School Discipline And Academic Performance In Social Studies Among Secondary School Students In South South Educational Zone, Nigeria

Ukwetang John Okpa — 2024-04-16

The study investigated school discipline and academic performance in social studies among secondary school students in South South Educational Zone, Nigeria. The study tested three null hypotheses, collected data were analysed using descriptive statistics. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. Purposive sampling technique was adopted to select a sample of 200 students, from a population of 4,320 junior secondary school students in the area. The instruments used for data collection was a questionnaire and social studies achievement test that were designed and administered by the researcher. The null hypotheses were tested at .05 level of significance using Independent t-test statistical technique. Findings from the study revealed that, time management, administration of punishment and administration or school rules and regulations significantly influence secondary school students’ academic performance in social studies in South South Educational Zone respectively. It was thus concluded that time management, administration of punishment and administration of school rules and regulations significantly influence secondary students’ academic performance in social studies. It was recommended that, secondary school students should endeavour to manage their time properly by developing a personal timetable that will incorporate all their domestic, school and leisure activities; and corporal punitive measures such as manual labour and use of cane should not be employed in administering punishment to students.

Management Of Internally Generated Revenue And Goal Achievement Nexus In Public Universities Of Cross River State, Nigeria

Nsan Nsan Njar — 2024-04-16

The study was conducted on management of internally generated revenue and goal achievement nexus in public Universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve the aim of this study, two research questions were raised and two hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Correlational research design was adopted for the study. Population of the study consist of one hundred and fifty-one (151) Heads of Department from two public Universities in Cross River State were selected for the study. The selection which was done through census sampling approach. The instrument used for the data collection was questionnaire titled: Management of Internally Generated Revenue and Universities Goal Achievement Questionnaire (MIGRUGAQ) was developed by the researchers and was validated by two experts in administration in higher education and measurement and evaluation. Data collected were subjected to statistical analysis using Simple linear regression analysis. The result revealed that management of fund generated through alumni association and school fees significantly predict Universities goal achievement in Cross River State, Nigeria.

Teachers’ Professional Competencies As Determinants Of Students’ Academic Achievement In Mathematics In Uyo Education Zone Of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Ekpenyong Effiong Ibok — 2024-04-16

This study examined teachers’ professional competencies as determinants of students’ academic achievement in Mathematics in Uyo Education Zone of Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Two hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Literature relating to the variables under study was reviewed. Ex-post facto research design was adopted. A sample of 800 out of 7479 students was selected using stratified and simple random sampling procedure. The instruments itled Teachers’ Professional Competencies (TPC) and Mathematics Academic Achievement Test (MAAT) Items were used for data collection. The reliability estimate of the TPC was established using Cronbach Alpha giving a reliability estimate of .78 for teachers’ lesson presentation and .79 for teachers’ knowledge of the subject mastery while MAAT was established using Kuder Richardson formula K-R20 at. 80. These estimates having met the criterion for stability, warranted in use for data collection. Linear Regression was adopted to test the two hypotheses at .05 level of significance. The result of the analysis revealed that teachers’ lesson presentation and teachers’ knowledge of subject mastery significantly predicts students’ academic achievement in Mathematics. Based on this finding, it was recommended among others that teachers should regularly attend conferences, seminars and workshops of stakeholders in education in order to improve their competence in lesson presentation, subject mastery and enhance students’ academic achievement in Mathematics.

Professional Training Of Liberians And Service Delivery In Public Libraries In Nigeria

Igajah Mayen Ndaro — 2024-04-16

The main purpose of the paper was to examine professional training of librarians and service delivery in public libraries in Nigeria. It is an opinion paper and therefore expository in nature. The paper discussed the history of public libraries in Nigeria and service delivery. The paper critically reviewed the professional training of librarians in public libraries. It also exposed various library services, such as current awareness, user education, inter-library loan, circulation, reprographic service and challenges affecting the services in the public libraries. The paper recommended among others, professional training for librarians with digital skills to enhance their productivity for efficient and effective service delivery.

Management Of Internally Generated Revenue And Goal Achievement Nexus In Public Universities Of Cross River State, Nigeria

Nsan Nsan Njar — 2024-04-16

Strategic Planning And Instructional Supervision As Determinants Of Quality Assurance In Public Universities In Cross River State, Nigeria

Obona Edut Egbe — 2024-04-16

Quality assurance plays a crucial role within the university education system. It is determined by upholding elevated standards in teaching, research, and the overall educational experience. This study investigated the interplay between strategic planning, instructional supervision, and quality assurance in public universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. Two hypotheses framed the study. The correlational research design was adopted. Census approach was adopted in selecting the entire population of 169 departmental heads and deans of faculties from two public universities in Cross River State. An instrument titled Strategic Planning, Instructional Supervision and Quality Assurance in University Scale (SPISQAUS) was used for data collection. It was validated by three experts in the department of Educational Management, Measurement and Evaluation, University of Calabar. The reliability was established using Cronbach’s alpha and it ranges from .80 - .89 respectively. The null hypotheses were tested at .05 level of significance using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (r) and multiple regression analyses of statistical package for social science (SPSS) version 26 for data analysis. It was discovered that there was a statistically significant relationship between strategic planning, instructional supervision, and quality assurance in public universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. The study recommended among others, the university administrators must establish a robust instructional supervision system, which includes ongoing professional development for staff, effective classroom observation measures, and a culture that promotes constructive feedback.

Investigation Of Delinquent Behaviour And Academic Performance Of Students In Biology In Public Secondary Schools In Obudu Local Government Area Of Cross River State, Nigeria

Unimna Felix Unimna — 2024-04-16

This study investigated delinquent behaviour and academic performance of students in biology in public secondary schools in Obudu Local Government Area of Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve the purpose of this study, three hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The Ex-post facto research design was considered most appropriate for the study. The simple random sampling technique was adopted in selecting five public secondary schools and a sample of hundred students was used for the study. A twenty-item four point Likert scale questionnaire and students' achievement test in biology were the instruments used for data collection. The instruments were validated and tested for reliability before they were administered to the respondents. To test the hypotheses formulated for the study, Pearson product moment correlation statistical tool was used for data analysis. The results obtained from analysis of data and testing of hypotheses revealed that there is a significant relationship between truancy, drug abuse, lateness to school and academic performance of students in the study area. Based on these findings it was recommended among others that stringent measures should be adopted to discourage students from absenting themselves from school in order to improve their learning outcomes and subsequent performance.

School Discipline And Academic Performance In Social Studies Among Secondary School Students In South South Educational Zone, Nigeria

Ukwetang John Okpa — 2024-04-16