JOURNAL OF THEORETICAL AND EMPIRICAL STUDIES IN EDUCATION

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PROFESSOR SABINA E. NWANA PROF. S. E. NWANA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The Journal of Theoretical and Empirical Studies in Education (JOTESE) is a peer-reviewed, open-access publication of the Department of Educational Foundations, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria. The journal, from 2021, is published annually in two volumes. It is aimed at publishing quality papers that have the capacity to inform policy both nationally and internationally. The editorial board welcomes well researched theoretical and empirical papers, which are of good quality and with elements of novelty ideas in all aspects of education.

EXTENT OF ICT RESOURCES UTILIZATION IN THE ADMINISTRATION OF UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA

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The study explored the extent of ICT resources utilization in the administration of
universities in Nigeria. The study is a descriptive survey research design. Five research
questions guided the study. The sample was 275 which was made up of two groups of
respondents namely: Academic staff (125) and senior administrative staff (150) from
universities in South-east Nigeria. The instrument for data collection was a 30-item
researcher-developed Questionnaire titled “Questionnaire on Extent of ICT Resources
Utilization (QEIRU)”. It was validated by experts. The overall reliability co-efficient of
the instrument was 0.92. The data collected were analyzed using frequencies and
percentages. The findings revealed low extent (LE) of utilization of ICT resources in staff
personnel administration, student personnel, academic and general administration. On
the other hand, the findings revealed high extent (HE) of ICT resources utilization in
financial administration of the universities. Finally, there was discussion of findings and
recommendations were made. One of the recommendations was that, the University
authority should procure adequate quantities of ICT Resources for effective running of
the University Administration.

CONSTRUCTION AND FACTORIAL VALIDATION OF AN INSTRUMENT FOR STUDENT ASSESSMENT OF TEACHING EFFECTIVENESS FOR EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH AND STATISTICS INSTRUCTION

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study aimed at the development and validation of an indigenous scale for evaluation
of teaching effectiveness for Educational Research and Statistics as a University-wide
course considering the debate in literature about the validity of Students’ assessment of
Teaching Effectiveness. The research process was in five phases. A total of 588 students
filled the online questionnaire, out of which 470 (79.93%) were females and 118
(20.07%) were males. Using varimax rotation, the EFA computed extracted three-factors
model, namely, course content coverage, teacher-student rapport and teaching and
learning to measure teacher effectiveness which was determined to be a good fit for the
data. The results of the study revealed Cronbach’s Alpha value of 0.772 showing high
internal consistency and validity evaluation from 0.799 to 0.409 factor loadings based on
the eigenvalue cut-off of .40. Item reduction resulted in 19 items.

STUDENT’S AWARNESS AND UTILIZATION OF EDUCATIONAL APP FOR E-LEARNIG AMONG UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS OF UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT.

AKUTAEKWE CHINYERE EMILLIA, EKE, REGINA AKUDO — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study investigated the awareness and utilization of educational app for e-learning
among Language Education Undergraduate Students in University of Port Harcourt. The
study adopted a descriptive research survey. Three research questions guided the study.
A purposive sample size of 128 students of language education in Uniport were used. The
instrument for data collection was questionnaire. The instrument was validated by three
experts in measurements and evaluation. Twenty students who were not part of the study
was used for reliability. A reliability technique was employed, while Cronbach’s Alpha
was used and a reliability index of 0.78 was gotten, which confirmed that the instrument
was reliable. Mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions.
The findings revealed that student are aware of the education apps and that they
frequently used utilize educational apps for e-learning. It also showed that a significant
gender difference exists between female and male awareness level of awareness of
educational app. It was therefore recommended that there should be proper sensitization
of students through seminars and workshops for them to understand how to use
educational app themselves. More attention should be paid on the female gender to boost
their awareness and the use of educational apps.

CHALLENGES TEACHERS FACE IN USING EDUCATIONAL APP FOR IMPROVING PUPILS SPEAKNG SKILLS IN ENGLISH STUDIES IN AWKA SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ANAMBRA STATE

OLUWATAYO, JENNIFER CHIZOBA, UGWUDE, DORIS IFEOMA Ph.D, OKEKE, EUCHERIA NNEKA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study was designed to determine the challenges teachers face in using educational
app for improving pupils speaking skills in English Studies in Awka South Local
Government of Anambra State. Two research questions guided the study. Descriptive
survey research design was adopted. The population of the study comprised of 665 public
primary school teachers in 45 public primary schools in Awka South Local Government
Area of Anambra State. A sample of 200 primary school teachers was used for the study
using simple random sampling technique. The researchers developed an instrument titled
“Challenges Teachers Face in using Educational App for Improving Pupils Speaking
Skills (CTFEAIPSS)” Questionnaire. The instrument was validated by three experts.
Cronbach Alpha was used to measure the internal consistency and co-efficients of 0.77
and 0.79 were obtained with an overall co-efficient of 0.78.Data collected were analyzed
using weighted mean to answer the research questions and standard deviation to
determine the homogeneity or otherwise of the respondents' views. Findings of study
revealed that teachers are faced with challenges in using educational apps; lack of
teacher’s knowledge or proficiencies on the use of educational app and non-availability
of educational apps in schools among others. The study also disclosed that making
educational apps available in schools, providing adequate training for teachers on the
use of educational apps and giving teacher’s opportunities to select/choose educational
apps that they feel most comfortable with among others are the possible solutions to the
challenges teachers encounter. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others
that Anambra State Government in conjunction with Parent Teachers Association (PTA)
should make available the educational apps and its essential connectivity in primary
schools in order to enable pupils diversify their knowledge in technology and be able to
compete with their counterparts whether locally or internationally

CULTURAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN THE AGE OF CHAT GENERATIVE PRE-TRAINED TRANSFORMER - ChatGPT: AN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN LEARNING

UZOKIFE, GEORGINA C., CHIBUEZE, OZIOMA OGBONNA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

A significant cultural shift has been spurred by the emergence of Chat Generative Pre-
trained Transformer (ChatGPT), a powerful Artificial Intelligence (AI) language model,
in the quickly changing world of technology and communication. The diverse effects of
Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT) on language use, social issues,
information transmission, and ethical considerations are explored in this research. We
examined the elements that contributed to its widespread adoption, such as accessibility,
usability, and versatility, drawing on its evolution and capabilities. The impact of Chat
Generative Pre-trained Transformer (ChatGPT) on language and society can be seen in
the formation of new linguistic fads, fashions, and slang that are influenced by
communication with the Artificial Intelligence (AI). Language and cross-cultural
communication barriers have also changed as a result of this, creating both opportunities
and challenges. We identify potential changes in social dynamics and the blending of
human and Artificial Intelligence (AI) communication by examining the consequences on
human-to-human interactions. ChatGPT can promote connectedness, yet its effect on
social isolation raises certain concerns. ChatGPT is influencing how individuals receive
and exchange information in the ever-changing information landscape, with
consequences for news, education, and entertainment. However, this change raises
questions regarding inaccurate information, prejudice, and moral issues related to
content produced by AI. The integration of ChatGPT with cultural and social contexts
puts ethical and moral issues front and center. The use of AI responsibly is required since
misuse, privacy concerns, and authenticity arguments are major issues. Guidelines for
ChatGPT's responsible integration across settings become more important as the
technology's function develops. ChatGPT has sparked a cultural change that is
profoundly influencing how the people communicate, share information, and interact
with one another. To successfully navigate this environment, one must have a thorough
grasp and understanding of its ramifications, be proactive with ethical questions, and be
dedicated to using AI's potential to benefit society and also culture. This study makes
suggestions for future research and policy development.

CHEMISTRY TEACHERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF TEST CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES: IMPLICATIONS ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN CHEMISTRY IN ANAMBRA STATE

OBIALOR, CHRIS OKWUCHUKWU Ph.D, EBELIDE, MICHAEL C., EGBOJIUGHA, STEPHEN C. — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study determined the chemistry teachers’ knowledge of test construction procedures
in chemistry objective test and its implications on students’ academic achievement in
chemistry in Awka Education Zone, Anambra State. Three research questions guided the
study. The study employed descriptive survey research design. The population of the
study consisted of all the 87 chemistry teachers in the 68 government-owned secondary
schools in Awka Education zone of Anambra State. The sample size for the study
comprised of 43 chemistry teachers selected using simple random sampling technique.
The instrument for data collection was questionnaire titled “Chemistry Teachers’
Knowledge of Test Construction Procedures in Chemistry Objective Test”
(CTKTCPCOT). The instrument was validated by two experts in the Faculty of
Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The reliability of the instrument was
determined using Cronbach-alpha statistic which yielded reliability coefficients of 0.71,
0.73 and 0.75. Data collected was analyzed using mean scores. The findings of the study
revealed that gender differences, teaching experiences and professional qualifications of
chemistry teachers have a significant influence on their knowledge of test construction
procedures in chemistry objective test which affect students’ academic achievement in
chemistry. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended among others that, the
state ministry of Education should organize conferences, seminars and workshops for in-
service training of chemistry teachers in order to update their knowledge on test
construction procedures in chemistry objective tests so as to enhance students’ academic
achievement in Chemistry.

ASSESSING AVAILABILITY OF E-LEARNING RESOURCES FOR TEACHING ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN POSTCOVID-19 ERA IN AWKA SOUTH LGA.

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The study investigated the availability of E-learning resources for teaching English
language in public secondary schools in Awka South Local Government Area of
Anambra state, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive research design and three
research questions guided the study. The population of the study consists of 85 English
language teachers in 18 public secondary schools in Awka South Local Government
Area. There was no sampling because the population was manageable. The instrument
for data collection was 18 item questionnaire validated by three experts two from the
department of Educational Foundations and one from English department, Faculty of
Arts all in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. The reliability of the instrument was
determined using test-re-test method which yielded reliability co-efficient of 0.74. The
data was analysed using frequencies and numbers as the statistical methods. The findings
of the study revealed that the percentages of unavailable E-learning resources for
teaching English language in public secondary schools are higher than the ones
available. Based on the result of the findings, it was concluded that the unavailability of
these resources could be hindering their utilization for the teaching of English language
which invariably could be negatively affecting students' academic achievement in English
language. It was therefore suggested among other things that these E-learning resources
should be provided by the government and other concerned individuals particularly
multinational organizations in the local government area.

INFLUENCE OF ONLINE ADOLESCENT LITERATURE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF MORAL VALUES AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN BOMADI LGA, NIGERIA

EKE, REGINA AKUDO, AKUTAEKWE CHINYERE EMILLIA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study investigates influence of online adolescent literature for Sustainable
Development of moral values in secondary school students in Bomadi local Government
Area. Five research questions guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey
research design. The sample size was two hundred and sixty-four (264) respondents. The
sample was selected using simple random sampling technique. A Questionnaire was used
for data collection. The instrument was validated by three experts. Twenty students who
were not part of the study was used to determine the reliability. A reliability index of 0.77
was got using Cronbach Alpha, which confirmed that the instrument was reliable. Mean
and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. The result of the
study revealed that exposure to a wide range of online literature featuring diverse
characters and themes can foster empathy, tolerance, influences students’ soft skills;
respect for elders, honesty and tolerance between male and female students. It also
revealed that there are challenges associated with online adolescent literature ranging
from lack of supervision, false information, online predators etc. which hinder
sustainable development of moral values of students. These can help educators to make
informed decisions about the texts they incorporate into their e-learning platforms. The
study recommends that educators and curriculum planners should endeavour to upload
relevant literatures to their e-learning libraries with sufficient and relevant novels on
adolescent literatures and emphasis should be made on the need for students to read
online adolescent literatures for Sustainable Development of moral values.

A THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK FOR LEVERAGING ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN DYSGRAPHIA REMEDIATION LEARNING

MARY NNEKA NWIKPO Ph.D — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Dysgraphia is a learning difference that impairs students' capacity to produce legible
and coherent written language and poses significant obstacles for their academic and
personal growth. With the advent of Assistive Technologies (AT), however, new
possibilities emerge for individuals with this learning disability to accomplish tasks that
were previously difficult or unfeasible. AT tools target challenges pertaining to writing,
spelling, and organizing ideas on paper or digital platforms. Nonetheless, the absence of
a comprehensive theoretical framework impedes the systematic incorporation of AT into
dysgraphia remediation practices. This paper, therefore, advances a theoretical
framework intended to assist educators, researchers, and practitioners in the efficacious
utilization of assistive technologies (AT) for the remediation of dysgraphia. This
framework examines key components, such as assessment, technology selection,
instructional strategies, and evaluation, to establish a coherent approach for dysgraphia
remediation. By adhering to this framework, stakeholders of education can cooperate to
assess, select, integrate, and evaluate AT solutions customized to individual needs.
Ultimately, this approach will enable students with dysgraphia, promote autonomy and
enhance their academic and personal development.

INFLUENCE OF ICT KNOWLEDGE ON TEACHERS’ EFFECTIVENESS AND STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OWERRI NORTH L.G.A

IPEM, JOSEPHINE N. Ph.D, AZUBUIKE, OGECHI J, ALARIBE, CHRISTOPHER O — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study investigated the influence of information and communication technology
knowledge on teacher’s effectiveness and students’ academic achievement in public
secondary school in Owerri North LGA of Imo State. The research design adopted for
this study was a descriptive survey design. Four research questions guided the study. The
population of the study comprised all students and teachers in Owerri North L .G .A,
giving a total of seven thousand, three hundred and thirty three (7333) (Six hundred and
sixty six teachers (660) and six thousand, six hundred and sixty seven students 6607). The
sample size for the study comprised three hundred and fifty (350) respondents, randomly
drawn from the study population. The instrument for data collection was the researchers
constructed questionnaire titled “ICT knowledge and Teachers Effectiveness and
Academic Achievement Questionnaire” (IKTEAAAQ).The instrument was face and
content validated by two experts in information and communication technology, and an
expert in Measurement and Evaluation all from Alvan Ikoku Federal University of
Education Owerri. Reliability of the instrument was ascertained using a test re-test
method of an interval of two weeks. Thereafter, the two sets of scores generated were
correlated using Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation Statistics and reliability index
of 0.86 was obtained. The data collected was analyzed using mean statistics. The findings
revealed that adequate knowledge ICT is relevance for teacher’s effectiveness in public
secondary schools. The findings of the study also showed that, teacher’s attitude towards
the use of ICT in public secondary schools in Owerri North was positive. The study also
revealed that to a large extent, teacher’s effective use of ICT promotes student’s
academic achievements. Based on the findings, the researchers recommended among
others that government should provide and equip all the public secondary schools with
appropriate and relevant ICT equipment to aid teaching and learning. Government and

HOME VARIABLES AND PEER PRESSURE AS CORRELATES OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING OF IN-SCHOOL ADOLESCENTS IN ANAMBRA STATE.

ABERT CHUKWUEMEKA ONYEBUCHI, EMEKA, IFEANYI DAVID Ph.D — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study seek to examine the relationship between home variables, peer pressure and
psychological wellbeing of in-school adolescents in Anambra state. Three research
question and one hypothesis guided the study. Correlational research design was adopted
for the study. The study was carried out in Anambra State. The population of the study
comprised of year two senior secondary school (SSS2) students in the 263 public
secondary schools in the six (6) education zones in Anambra state. The participants for
the study consists of 946 students, obtained through non-proportionate stratified
random sampling technique from eight (8) schools in Onitsha, and Awka education
zones. Instruments for data collection include a structured questionnaire that was
designed by experts to collect data on the student’s Psychological Well-Being called
Psychological Well-Being Scale for adolescents (PWBSA) and Peer Pressure Inventory
for Adolescents (PPIA). The data collected was analyzed using Pearson Product Moment
Correlation Coefficient (Pearson r) while hypothesis was tested at .05 level of
significance using multiplelinear regression. The findings of the study reveals that peer
pressure, parental level of education, family income, parental occupation have positive
relationship with psychological well-being of in-school adolescents in Anambra state.
Recommendations were made and some of the recommendations include that Parents
should try as much as possible to improve the home environment of the in-school
adolescents so as to enhance their psychological well-being. Also students should be
encouraged to choose their friend wisely as some have negative influence on them,
especially those who sneak out of school, use drugs and those who do not attend school
regularly.

PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION AND THE NECESSITY OF E-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE TEACHER EDUCATION IN ANAMBRA STATE, NIGERIA

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Philosophy of Education develops an open attitude in teachers that make them receptive
to new ideas which on basis of better reasoning is preferable to the existing one. E-
learning is one of the new ideas that is necessary for teachers in this technological era.
Teacher education institutions should lead in e-learning process which requires
competence in managing the required e-learning devices. This study examined the
necessity of e-learning in the light of philosophy of education for sustainable teacher
education in Anambra State Nigeria. Three research questions guided the flow of the
study. The population for this study consisted of all the 258 computer science education
lecturers in the four government – owned teacher education institutions in Anambra
State. No sampling was done owing to the manageable size of the population. Data were
collected with researchers – developed questionnaire which was validated by two experts
and yielded a mean reliability coefficient of 0.84 using Cronbach alpha statistics. Mean
ratings were used to answer the research questions. The study found out that computers,
laptops, standby generators, and internet facilities are the topmost e-learning devices
necessary for sustainable teacher education in Anambra State. The study further revealed
that making students better prepared to fit into the current technological changes and
impacting students’ learning with higher order of thinking are the topmost benefit to be
derived from e-learning for sustainable teacher education. Based on the findings, the
study recommended among other things that the federal and state governments should
adopt e-learning in all teacher education institutions through effective policy
implementation and provision of required resources.

TEACHERS’ PERCEPTION OF THE USE OF HYPERTEXT APPLICATION FOR IMPROVING ENGLISH READING SKILLS OF SECONDARY SCHOOL DYSLEXIC STUDENTS FOR SUSTAINABLE CURRICULUM DELIVERY

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Dyslexia is a learning disability which threatens the academic success of many students.
This learning difficulty has been observed by the researchers among the students in
Njikoka Local Government Area, Anambra state. Hence, this study investigated the use of
hypertext application for improvement of English reading skill of secondary school
dyslexic students for sustainable curriculum delivery. Descriptive survey research design
was adopted for the study and two research questions guided the study. The population of
the study comprised all the 40 English language teachers in the 11 public secondary
schools in Njikoka Local Government Area. No sampling was done as the population is
of manageable size. A 14-item questionnaire titled “Use of Hypertext Application for
English Reading Skill Questionnaire” (UHAERSQ) was used for data collection. The
instrument for data collection was validated by three experts, two from Department of
Educational Foundation, Faculty of Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka and
one English language teacher from senior secondary school. The reliability of the
instrument was tested with Cronbach Alpha which yielded reliability index values of 0.70
and 0.72 respectively for the two clusters. Data collected were analyzed using mean. The
findings of the study revealed that the use of hypertext application improved English
reading skill of senior secondary school dyslexic students. In addition, the study indicated
that the use of hypertext application is of benefit to secondary school dyslexic students.
The researchers therefore recommended among others that government should equip
secondary schools with enough e-learning facilities such as computer, laptop to enable
sustainable curriculum delivery for dyslexic students in particular and other students in
general.

APPLICATION OF E-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION OF PERSONS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS IN HIGHER INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA

BALAMI, DANIEL IBRAHIM, OKOYE ALEXANDER TOCHUKWU, ISA UMARU — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The history of e-learning shows that it has been a transition over the years. It has proved
to be reliable source of teaching and learning for diverse learners worldwide. Nations
have been greatly influenced by the multiplicity of its role in Education. E-learning
technologies are not quite new in the global community. They have been quite around
and common over the decade and are still very much around. E-learning is a type of
learning where teachers and students interact electronically despite distance, time or
location using online devices. The term encompasses a broad array of content and
instructional methods which teachers and students use especially in higher institutions of
learning in Nigeria. The provision of E-learning is an important factor in providing
comprehensive solutions within educational sector. Persons with special needs can
benefit greatly from e-learning education and home schooling if the application is done
successfully and sustainable. In this paper, the authors discussed issues in connection
with the application of e-learning for sustainable special needs in higher institutions in
Nigeria. Further discussions in the paper were various issues such as who are students
with special educational needs, concept of E-learning and historical perspectives,
application of e-learning to students with special needs, the relevance of e-learning to
students with special needs. The paper concluded that Federal Ministry of Education
should provide laptops, data and free or affordable WiFi to enhance learning. In
addition, teachers or persons with special needs should develop positive attitude toward
incorporation of E-learning. Finally web designers, technicians and developers should
consider the unique needs of persons with special needs in designing this technology to
enable them carry out their learning tasks effectively.

RE-ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION FOR CREATIVITY AND JOB SECURITY IN POST COVID-19 ERA

NWANA S. E. Ph.D, CHRISTOPHER NNALUE CHETUYA, NWARU, P. E., OSONWA, K. E — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The paper centres on re-engineering technology education for creativity and job security
in post covid-19 era. It was an era in which there was out-break of corona virus that
ravaged the world; and there was lockdown resulting to economic hardship, poverty,
hunger, unemployment and economic recession. An area that can quickly revamp the
economy is technology education which has the skills for creativity and productive
economy. This paper explored the concepts and objectives of technology education. It
examined the concepts of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship education,
unemployment and the various types. It discussed technology education for job creativity
and job security in post covid-19 era. It outlined and discussed the strategies for
improving technology education for creativity, wealth generation and self-economic
sustainability. One of the recommendations is that the government should provide
adequate quantities of materials, equipment, ICT resources, digital technologies and e-
learning resources needed for 21st century technology education in order to enhance
creativity.

E-LEARNING FOR SUSTAINABLE OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING IN NIGERIAN EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM

NKEMDILIM, ANAYO I., NWARU, Patricia E., OBINECHE, MARYCYNTHIA CHETACHUKWU — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The recent efforts by government in the area of education cannot be over emphasized. On
the other hand, the rapid development in E-learning in recent years have resulted in
significant changes in the way the world operates and communicates. This in turn, has
had an impact on educational needs, both in terms of the content and the delivery of
educational services. This paper highlighted the usefulness of E-learning in open and
distance education, the paper also identified some challenges militating against the use
of this technology in the education sector and made useful suggestions to combat them.

STUDENTS’ INVOLVEMENT IN CULTISM IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN NIGERIA: UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’ VIEW OF THE CAUSES, EFFECTS AND SOLUTIONS

ELEJE, LYDIA I Ph.D, URAMA, CELESTINE C, METU, IFEOMA C Ph.D, ABANOBI, C. C — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The study aimed at investigating the causes, effects and solutions to Cultism in the
Nigerian Tertiary Institutions as perceived by Undergraduate students of Faculty of
Education, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka Anambra State. Descriptive survey design
was adopted. Three research questions were answered, and three hypotheses were tested
at 0.05 of significance. Purposive sampling technique was used to sample 150 students
from the 1,711 400 Level undergraduate students of Faculty of Education, Nnamdi
Azikiwe University Awka. The research instrument used was constructed by the
researchers and validated by experts. Data collected were analyzed using mean,
standard deviation, and t-test. Findings of the study revealed that the major cause of
cultism in tertiary institutions was inadequate funding of the University to acceptably
take care of students’ welfare, amongst others. However, the effects of cultism and
possible solutions were not clear. Based on this finding, we recommend that parents,
government and necessary stakeholders should fund the tertiary institutions adequately to
combat and ensure an efficient and effective handling of campus secret cults related
issues. Also for a future study on separate audience to further verify the possible effects
of cultism and solutions.

E-LEARNING IN NIGERIAN EDUCATION: THE PROSPECTS AND CHALLENGES

MBATO, STANLEY IKEMEFULA, OSIGWE, JOY NWAKAEGO — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

This study examined the concept of e-learning in Nigerian education: prospects and
challenges. It defined e-learning as a process whereby the learners and teachers can
connect with each other with the use of the computer and internet connectivity to study
from the comfort of their homes in different locations without being physically present.
However, the study identified that savings of transportation cost, helping students to do
independent research and individualize learning, and others as the prospect of e-
learning. Whereas poor electricity power supply, poor network connectivity, poverty,
lack infrastructural facilities in the schools as the challenges and hindrances of e-
learning in Nigeria education. Finally, the paper concludes by making suggestions as the
way forward. For electronic learning to drive in Nigeria, the government should improve
the power sector, for the learners will need not to spend too much money in the purchase
of fusel fuel to generate power for themselves before the can charge their e-learning
tools. The government should make digital electronic tools for learning available in the
Nigerian schools for the learners and students, for it will improve their academic
performance.

E-LEARNING AND RESOURCES MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION IN CONTEMPORARY NIGERIA

MBONU, OBIANUJU ADAOBI Ph.D, UDENSI, UKAKU SOLOMON Ph.D — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

Educational resources comprise of human and material resources; and resources are the
key ingredients for the most essential functions of school administration in contemporary
Nigeria. Hence, it is seen as the instrument for implementing the educational programmes
of schools. The use of e-learning technology (mobile learning) in schools for sustainable
education in contemporary Nigeria will not only help in resources management in
education but also in making teaching and learning stimulating, interesting, interactive
and engaging with teachers and students. Thus, teachers and instructors need to be
educated so as to step out of the present conventional face-to-face methods of classroom
teaching to the digital accepted platform suited for teaching using e-learning method.
This should be done if government at all levels put in place resources centers for
organization, management and maintenance of educational resources in Nigeria. The
paper therefore, highlighted the concepts of; education, sustainable education, resources
and resources management in education. Others are benefits and challenges of e-learning
as well as conclusion and recommendations on the way forward.

PERCEIVED IMPACT OF YOUTUBE VIDEOS AS AN ACADEMIC ONLINE LEARNING TOOL FOR UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS AT NOUN, RIVERS STATE.

CHIMEZIE, UCHENNA ANTHONY, ATTIH, JULIANA ASUQUO, EJIKE, CHIOMA GLORY — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0100

The advent of digital technology has revolutionized the landscape of education, offering
diverse opportunities for innovative pedagogical approaches that have the capacity to
enhance students’ learning and improve academic performance. This study investigated
the perceived impact of YouTube videos as an academic online learning tool for
undergraduate students at National Open University Nigeria (NOUN), Rivers State. The
study adopted a descriptive survey research design with a population of 1153 300-Levels
undergraduate students. Simple random sampling technique was adopted to draw a
sample size of 346 students representing 30% of the total population. The instrument for
data collection was a researcher-structured questionnaire titled “Impact of YouTube
Videos as an Academic Online Learning Tool Questionnaire (IYVAOLTQ)” which was
properly validated by three experts and tested for reliability using the Cronbach Alpha
method and yielded a coefficient of 0.88 which was high enough for the study. The
findings of this study highlighted the multifaceted role of YouTube videos in the academic
journeys of undergraduate students. It also revealed that the majority of students
frequently used YouTube videos as supplementary learning resources and considered
them valuable for improving their understanding of course materials. The study
concluded that YouTube videos play a significant role in the academic experiences of
undergraduate students at NOUN, Rivers State, serving as a valuable supplement to
traditional course materials. Hence, it was concluded amongst others that educators
should promote the use of open educational resources (OER) such as YouTube videos
and other licensed educational content to maintain academic rigor and standards.