Global Journal of Educational Research

Influence Of School On Wheel Programme Of Nomadic Education On Pastoralists’ Children School Enrolment And Retention In Gombe State, Nigeria

Ibrahim Mohammed, Mohammed Lawal Umoru — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The study determined the influence of School on Wheel Programme of Nomadic Education on Pastoralists’ Children School Enrolment and Retention in Gombe State, Nigeria. Two (2) research objectives guided the study. Two (2) research questions were answered and Two (2) hypotheses tested. The population of this study was 80 nomadic primary schools. Out of which 60 were purposively sample, among which were thirty (30), conventional nomadic primary school and thirty (30), nomadic primary school on wheel programme were identified within and outside the boundary of Gombe State. The study adopted ex-post-facto research design. School pro-forma was adopted and used for data collection. The data collected for the study was analyzed using mean, standard deviation and t-test statistic was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05, level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that; nomadic school on wheel programme had significant influence on the enrolment rate of pastoralists children in Gombe State with a t-value of -4.059 and a p- value of 0.002, school on wheel programme had no significant influence on the retention rate of pastoralists children with t-value of -1.07, p-value 0.294, > 0.05 Based on the findings of this study it was concluded that school on wheel programme have positive influence on pastoralists’ children’s enrollment and retention rate in nomadic primary school education. The study recommended that the federal government need to provide effective mobile schools with the required facilities to motivate pupils, parents and teachers in other to enhance pupil’s retention rate in nomadic primary school education

The Role Of Economics Education In Promoting Entrepreneurship: A Study On How Economics Education Influences Entrepreneurial Intentions And Skills In Young Graduates

Odey Pius Ohiero, Akpa John Ipuole, Ofem Ernest Uzong — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Entrepreneurship has emerged as a critical driver of economic development, employment generation, and innovation. In many economies, particularly developing nations, youth unemployment remains a major challenge. Economics education plays a crucial role in shaping entrepreneurial intentions and equipping young graduates with the necessary skills to navigate the business landscape. This study examines how economics education influences entrepreneurial intentions and skills among young graduates, focusing on the theoretical and empirical linkages between economic knowledge and business creation. The study employs the Human Capital Theory, Theory of Planned Behavior, and Entrepreneurial Learning Theory to analyze the impact of economics education on entrepreneurship. Using current literature and empirical studies, this paper highlights the significance of economics education in fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, financial literacy, and risk-taking ability among young graduates. The findings suggest that an effective economics curriculum should integrate entrepreneurship education, practical training, and policy support to enhance graduate employability and business creation. The study concludes with recommendations for educational reforms and policies to strengthen entrepreneurship through economics education.

The Quality Of Curriculum Implementation In Enhancing Saint Therese Inclusive Non-Violence Secondary Schools Academic Achievement In Misungwi District, Mwanza Tanzania.

Tangi Felista, Blessing Frank Akubor — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The aim of the study was to determine whether or not implementing the newly reformed curriculum was effective in improving academic performance in Saint Therese Inclusive Non-Violence Secondary Schools in Misungwi District, Mwanza, Tanzania. In the survey design, the data were collected using a structured questionnaire. The study sample consist of 344 participants including 320 students, 12 teachers, and 12 administrative staff using purposive in combination with simple random sampling. Purposively sampled administrators and key stakeholders were purposively selected for their roles attributable to policy implementation. In all, 300 students were randomly selected. The research instrument known as Quality of Curriculum Implementation in Enhancing Saint Theresa Inclusive Non-Violence Secondary Schools Questionnaire (QCIESTINSSQ) was administered together with students’ terminal results to measure academic achievement. The consistency of the instrument was confirmed by its reliability (Cronbach's Alpha: 0.71–0.83). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. Majorly, it found that the teachers’ understanding and attitude of inclusive non-violence education strongly affected academic achievement of students. Improved teacher orientation and application of student-centered teaching strategies were recommended to enhance academic performance.

Nutritional Knowledge And Perceived Health Promotion Among Athletes In Team Sports In University Of Calabar Of Cross River State, Nigeria

Blessing Bassey Anam, Felicia Arbor Obun Dan, Osung John Ekpo Hussaini — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study adopted correlational design to nutritional knowledge and perceived health promotion among athletes in team sports in University of Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria. Two research questions were posed which were translated into two null hypotheses. The population for the study consists of all the 120 students in team sports which include football, basket ball, volley balls, hand balls in University of Calabar of which a sample of 120 athletes was used through Census approach. The instruments titled “ Nutritional knowledge and perceived health status questionnaire(NKPHSQ)” was developed by the researcher and validated by experts and used for data collection. The reliability of the questionnaire using Alpha Cronbach Method gives an average index of .82. The hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment .Correlation Coefficient at .05 level of significance.. The findings of the study revealed that micro Nutritional Knowledge, micro Nutritional Knowledge, significantly relate with perceived Health Promotion among athletes in team sports in University of Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria. It therefore concluded that Perceived Health Promotion among athletes in team sports in University of Calabar depend on proper knowledge of micro and macro Nutrition. Proper knowledge of micro and macro nutrition can enhance athletic performance, improve recovery, and promote overall health.. Based on finding and conclusion of the study, it was recommended amongst others that sport manager of the university should implement comprehensive nutrition education programs tailored for student-athletes, focusing on both micro and macro nutritional knowledge in order to promote health status of athlete in team sports.

Personal Hygiene Practices And Perceived Health Status Of Athletes In Team Sports In University Of Calabar, Nigeria

Blessing Bassey Anam, Felicia Arbor Obun Dan, Undie Alfred Mahakong — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study adopted correlational design to established the relationship between personal hygiene practices (in term of oral hygiene and body hygiene) and perceived health status of University of Calabar team sports, Nigeria. Two research questions were posed which were translated into two null hypotheses. The population for the study consists of all the 120 students in team sports which include football, basketball, volley ball, hand ball in University of Calabar of which a sample of 120 athletes was used through Census approach. The instruments titled “Personal hygiene and perceived health status questionnaire” was developed by the researcher and validated by experts and used for data collection. The reliability of the questionnaire using Alpha Cronbach Method gives an average index of 88. The hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient at .05 level of significance.. The findings of the study revealed that personal hygiene practices (in term of oral hygiene and body hygiene) significantly relate with perceived health status of athletes in University of Calabar, Nigeria. It was therefore concluded that health status of athletes in team sport University of Calabar depends on their oral hygiene and body hygiene. Based on finding and conclusion of the study, it was recommended amongst others that sport managers should Implement educational programs focused on the importance of personal hygiene, specifically targeting oral and body hygiene practices in order to maintain good hygiene and health status.

Science Educators' Perspective On The Use Of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Ai) In The Teaching Of Chemistry In Lagos State, Nigeria

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Generative models are artificial intelligence systems that can create humanlike text, pictures, and videos by learning from complex datasets. They use deep learning techniques to understand and replicate the patterns, contents, and structure of language. The research aims to investigate the attitudes, beliefs, and perceptions of science educators in Lagos State regarding the use of Generative AI (GAI) in the teaching of Chemistry. The study adopted a well-structured electronic questionnaire for data collection. Then it was subjected to descriptive and inferential statistics using one-way Analysis of variance (ANOVA). The study revealed no significant difference in Chemistry educators' perception of GAI between educators' gender and teaching experience. This implies that the gender and experiences of the Science educators do not determine the possession of GAI knowledge or enthusiasm to teach it in teaching and learning. In conclusion, 21^st-century science educators are more conversant with GAI and are ready to explore its use. Furthermore, administrators with 10 years and above experience are very enthusiastic about the technology due to the ease of delivering their duties. One hundred (100) educators are chosen from the district (V) out of 140 teachers registered with the state public school in Lagos state using simple random techniques.

Hunting practice and forest resource conservation among indigent farmers in obubra l. G. A, cross river state

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigated the relationship between hunting practices and forest resource conservation, with a focus on indigent farmers in Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River State. To guide the study, 0ne research question was raised and one hypothesis was formulated to guide the study. Predictive correlation research design was used and a sample of 321 indigent farmers was selected from a population of 6,433 using a combination of purposive and accidental sampling techniques. The Hunting Practice and Forest Resource Conservation Questionnaire (HPFRCQ) was used for data collection in this study. The HPFRCQ was validated by three experts, two from Department of Test and Measurement and one from Environmental Education all from University of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State The reliability of the HPFRCQ was also established using Cronbach's alpha method and coefficients obtained ranged from 0.82 to 0.87, indicating a high level of internal consistency. The data obtained was analyzed with Simple Linear Regression Analysis. The results revealed that hunting practice is significantly but negatively related to forest resource conservation in Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River State. The researchers concluded that lack of awareness and education among indigent farmers about sustainable hunting practices contributed to the problem of unsustainable forest resource conservation in the research area. Based on the findings and conclusion, it was recommended that the government should promulgate and enforce a better policy against the unholy hunting of wild life. Fine and jail term can be given to defaulters to help conserve the forest wildlife.

Educational Funding Systems And Quality Service Delivery In University Of Calabar, Calabar, Cross River State, Nigeria

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The study aimed to examine educational funding systems and quality service delivery in the University of Calabar, Calabar, 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. A survey research design was adopted for the study. A total sample of 116 Heads of Department in the University of Calabar, Calabar, in Cross River State was selected for the study. The selection was done through the census sampling technique. The instrument used for the data collection was a questionnaire titled: Educational Funding Systems and Quality Service Delivery Questionnaire (EFSQSDQ) was developed by the researchers and was validated by experts in administration in higher education and measurement and evaluation. Data collected were subjected to statistical analysis using simple linear regression analysis (r) of the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 25. The result revealed that quality service delivery in universities is related to educational funding systems. It was recommended that management of the universities should make adequate provision for effective funding of the university in order to encourage quality service delivery in the university.

Financial Sustainability Of Early Childhood Education Programs: Administrative Insights

Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Financial sustainability is a critical challenge in early childhood education (ECE) administration, impacting programme accessibility, quality, and long-term viability. This review examines key financial management strategies, funding models, and budget planning techniques essential for ensuring the stability of ECE programmes. Effective budget planning, including needs assessment, cost-benefit analysis, and contingency planning, are crucial for optimizing financial resources. Various funding models, such as government grants, tuition-based systems, public-private partnerships, and alternative revenue streams, present unique advantages and limitations. Transparent financial reporting, cost-efficiency measures, and revenue diversification are identified as core strategies for maintaining financial resilience. Additionally, financial literacy among ECE administrators plays a pivotal role in sustainable fiscal decision-making, supporting the development of long-term financial plans that align with institutional goals. The paper highlights the need for innovative financing models, such as social impact investing and policy-driven funding interventions, to enhance the financial sustainability of ECE programmes. Future research should explore scalable financial frameworks that balance affordability with programme quality, ensuring that high-quality early education remains accessible to all children.

Professional Development Opportunities And Job Effectiveness Of Agricultural Educators In University Of Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria

David Adie Alawa, John Betiang Adie, David Akem Akpelishi — Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The relationship between professional development opportunities and job effectiveness of agricultural educators in University of Calabar was determined in this study. Three research questions and hypotheses guided the study. Applying correlation design, the study targeted 16 agricultural educators currently engaged by UNICAL and was all involved in the study. Mixed methods of data collection were employed by the researchers. The quantitative data was collected through a 28-item structured questionnaire while the qualitative data was collected through Focused Group Discussion (FGD). The qualitative data obtained through FGD was used to answer the research questions while Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. From the data analyzed, agricultural educators agreed that both staff training, conference attendance and use of ICT gadgets are invaluable to their job effectiveness and decried the near absence of these career opportunities at the moment in UNICAL. The result of the test of hypotheses indicated a moderate relationship between staff training, conference attendance, use of ICT gadgets and job effectiveness of agricultural educators in UNICAL. It was concluded that a positive relationship existed between professional development opportunities and job effectiveness of agricultural educators in UNICAL and recommended among others that the management of the institution should rise up and ensure that staff training opportunities are available and assessable to agricultural educators to enable them remain committed and effective in their teaching, research and community services.