scholarly journals Approaches to the Teaching of English Literature Preferred by Students in Selected Malaysian Secondary Schools

2021 ◽  
pp. 396-407
Author(s):  
Suhaimi Engku Atek Engku ◽  
Hasan Isyaku ◽  
Nazri Latif Azmi Mohd ◽  
Hazli Yah Mohd ◽  
Jijiana Azmi Nor
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Literature ◽  
Data Gathering ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Literature Teaching ◽  
Philosophical Approach ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

In 2000, the English literature component was incorporated into the English language syllabus in Malaysian secondary schools. This program still attracts interesting discourse amongst researchers, educators, and policymakers. Determining an appropriate approach to the teaching of English literature is crucial in achieving positive literature learning outcomes. Therefore, this study aims to identify the most preferred approaches to the teaching of English literature in selected secondary schools in Terengganu, Malaysia. The study employed a descriptive survey method in which structured questionnaire was used as a data-gathering instrument. The data were gathered from a sample of 403 students across four different public secondary schools in Terengganu: SMK Kompleks Seberang Takir, SM Sains Sultan Mahmud, SMKA Dato Haji Abbas, and SMK Kompleks Gong Badak. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics via the SPSS statistical software package (SPSS Inc., Chicago, IL, USA, 20.0). The study found that the moral-philosophical approach to the teaching of English literature is the most preferred approach amongst the students, followed by the information-based approach and the language-based approach. This shows that teachers of English literature incorporate moral values in their lessons. It is envisaged that the findings of this study could be especially useful in the process of curriculum development, particularly in the Malaysian context. Besides, this study could raise teachers’ awareness of their students’ preferences for literature teaching approaches

scholarly journals Effective Implementation of TVET—Industry Partnership for Employability of Graduates through Work Integrated Learning in Nigerian Universities

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 307
Author(s):  
Ugwoke Ernest O. ◽  
Ezeji, Helen A. ◽  
Edeh, Nathaniel I. ◽  
Etonyeaku, Ernest A. C.
Keyword(s):  
Teacher Quality ◽  
Learning Experiences ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Integrated Learning ◽  
Effective Implementation ◽  
South Eastern ◽  
Work Integrated Learning ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

<p>This study is centered on the implementation of work integrated learning by Nigerian universities in partnership with industries. Descriptive survey method was adopted for the study and 45-item structured questionnaire was used to collect data from 117 TVET lecturers in universities that offer TVET courses in South-Eastern Nigeria. The results of the study showed that work integrated learning is implemented to low extent by the universities, and the implementation is constrained by many factors such as poor teacher quality, lack of policy and curriculum provisions for work integrated learning experiences and activities. Many strategies that can enhance the implementation of TVET-based work integrated learning by Nigeria universities were also identified. Based on the findings, it was recommended that government, TVET institutions and other stakeholders should give more support and encouragement for effective implementation of work integrated learning by universities in Nigeria in partnership with industries.</p>

scholarly journals Education Quality Challenges in Ethiopian Secondary Schools

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Belay Sitotaw Goshu ◽  
Melaku Masresha Woldeamanuel
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Quality Of Education ◽  
Local Conditions ◽  
Education Administrators ◽  
Descriptive Survey

This article empirically assesses perceptions of Ethiopian secondary school teachers and education administrators on the challenge of quality of education, opportunities and explores viable options to improve the quality. To this effect, the descriptive survey method was employed. The information used in this study was obtained through questionnaires random sampling technique which was employed to select 72 Directors, 50 vice directors, 71 Supervisor 52 unit leader and 638 teachers targeted respondents respectively into two secondary schools. The data were analyzed by descriptive analysis. The result shows that in contrast to remarkable achievements in access, progress to date in raising the quality of education in Ethiopia has been limited. Most of the respondents agree that the achievement in gross enrolments is good but in quality, at a low rate and has learning achievement in education system remains unacceptably low. This has become a source of concern for government officials, educators, parents, teachers, students, and other stakeholders. In addition, the results confirm that curriculum content needs to be relevant to a labour market where meta-cognitive skills are at a premium while providing schools with the flexibility to create an instructional environment suited to local conditions and revising teacher training method in university or colleges.

scholarly journals Extent of School-Based Management Committee Involvement in Public Secondary Schools Administration in Abuja, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Orji Friday Oko ◽  
Mando Patricia Nguwasen ◽  
Nzewi Felicia Ebelechukwu
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Public Secondary School ◽  
School Based ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
School Based Management ◽  
Secondary School Administration ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Given that managing schools to attain expected goals is becoming challenging in the present competitive society, it becomes paramount that collaborations, especially with a highly innovative group of people are encouraged. In the light of this, the purpose of this study is to investigate the extent of School-Based Management Committees' (SBMCs) involvement in public secondary school administration in Abuja. A descriptive survey design was used for the study, and 3 research questions were answered in relation to the 3 research objectives of the study. The population of the study was 460 respondents, and a sample size of 250 respondents was drawn through proportionate random and convenience sampling techniques. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. Arithmetic mean was employed in analyzing the research questions. The result revealed among others, that the school-based management committees play a passive role in planning in public secondary schools in Abuja. It was concluded that for schools to effectively meet the academic need of the Abuja community, their collaborations with the SBMCs have to be very active and productive. To this end, SBMCs need to become more committed to collaborating and helping the schools in terms of planning, staffing and monitoring.

scholarly journals Challenges Confronting the Administration of English Language Program: Secondary School Context in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 59-69
Author(s):  
Niyi Jacob Ogunode
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
English Language ◽  
School Administrators ◽  
School Context ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Instructional Materials ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Language Program ◽  
Research Survey

This objective of this study was to investigate the challenges facing the administration of English Language program in Senior Secondary schools in Abaji Area Council of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria. The study used questionnaire as instrument for data collection. 80 respondents were selected from the entire population of English teachers and school administrators in Abaji. Purposive research techniques were employed to select the respondents.  Research survey method was adopted for the study. To determine the reliability of the instrument, test and retest methods. The data collected were analysed using simple percentage, mean statistical and chi-square was employed to test the hypotheses. The result collected from the study led to the following conclusion that scant fund, shortage of professional English teacher, inadequate English language instructional materials, deficient English laboratory, poor capacity development of English language teachers and paltry motivation of English language teacher are the challenges affecting the effective administration of English language program in Abaji secondary Schools.

Grading Practices as Push and Pull Factors in Tertiary Learning in the Implementation of Outcomes-Based Education

2015 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Warren A. Ramos
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
T Test ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Grading Practices ◽  
College Instructors ◽  
Documentary Analysis ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Outcomes Based Education ◽  
One Way Anova

Grading practices have long been a controversial issue in the academe. There is an urgency to revisit the grading practices of college instructors in the changing landscape of educational policies. This study aimed to identify and differentiate the grading practices that promote and inhibit learning in the outcomes-based education (OBE) among college instructors in English 1 using descriptive survey method design, interview, and documentary analysis. The statistical methods used were weighted mean, one way ANOVA and t-test. The result of the study discussed that the majority of the respondents are in 31-36 years of age, female, married, having Masters Degree and with four to six years experience in teaching. The highest promoter of learning to grading practices as perceived by teachers was grading based on the stated learning outcomes. The identified inhibitor of learning practices was giving of deductions in the student’s grades based on behavior. Results also show that the grading practices of instructors have no significant difference when grouped according to their profile. The findings of the study were used as an input towards the formulation of proposed guidelines to improve the grading practices in the implementation of OBE.   Keywords - Grading Practices, Descriptive –Survey, Outcomes-based Education, One-way ANOVA, t-test of independence, Intended learning outcomes, Philippines

scholarly journals Secondary EL Teachers’ CPD: Present Practices and Perceived Needs

2018 ◽  
Vol 22 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 1-12
Author(s):  
Abdul Rouf ◽  
Abdul Rashid Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Secondary School ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
English Language ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Continuing Professional Development ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Perceived Needs ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

The present paper reports a study that aimed to explore secondary school (SS) English language (EL) teachers’ present practices of and perceived needs for continuing professional development (CPD) in Bangladesh. In 21st century worldwide educational settings, ‘change’ is the only constant trend. Consequently, EL teachers need to be continuously updated in their professional knowledge base and skills. They must be engaged in effective CPDs to keep abreast of innovations in language learning and teaching for their own career development and better learning outcomes for learners. Using a semi-structured questionnaire qualitative data was collected from 10 secondary EL teachers. The findings show that overall scenario of SS EL teachers’ CPD is not encouraging. The paper also discusses some implications for teachers’ professional learning.Journal of NELTA, Vol 22 No. 1-2, December 2017, Page: 1-12

scholarly journals STUDYING ENGLISH LITERATURE IN INDONESIA: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES

Lire Journal ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 50-56
Author(s):  
Novita Dewi
Keyword(s):  
Demographic Transition ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Research Method ◽  
English Language ◽  
English Literature ◽  
Literature Teaching ◽  
Global Citizen ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Education Today

This article examines the challenges and opportunities for students of English Literature in Indonesia amidst forces of globalization and technological advancements in most aspects of life. Demographic transition of users and providers of the English language has brought about such challenges as observable lack of maturity in English scholarship and automation’s impact on education today. It can be argued that such challenges can be seen as opportunities by a creative rather than product-oriented curriculum. Given that studying literature is not only to train cognitive skills of interpreting texts, English Literature teaching in Indonesia should also impart values so as to inspire learners into becoming autonomous, self-fulfilled and emancipated global citizen. Opportunities are open if studying English Literature can include humanistic-contextual topics, discerning use of technology and transformative research method.

scholarly journals The reality of the application of electronic management in government secondary schools in the Kasbah of Mafraq from the viewpoint of teachers: واقع تطبيق الإدارة الإلكترونية في المدارس الحكومية الثانوية في قصبة المفرق من وجهة نظر المعلمين – الأردن

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Raeda Salem Al-khresha
Keyword(s):  
Public Schools ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
Simple Random Sample ◽  
Technical Equipment ◽  
Electronic Culture ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Electronic Administration

The study aimed to identify the reality of applying electronic management in secondary public schools in the Qasaba of Mafraq from the teachers' point of view. It also aimed to identify the differences between the arithmetic averages of the study sample according to the difference and the extent of the influence of the variables (gender, specialization and years of experience). On the sample answers, the study used the descriptive survey method, and the tool consisted of (a questionnaire) consisting of (27) items distributed on three axes. It was distributed on a simple random sample consisting of (180) male and female teachers in secondary schools in Qasbah Al Mafraq. The study found that the reality of electronic administration in secondary public schools in Kasbah Al Mafraq obtained an overall average (2.76), i.e. a medium degree. At the level of the axes, the electronic culture axis got the highest level, with an average of (2.97), It is followed by the axis of infrastructure and technical equipment with an average of (2.79), Finally, the electronic skills axis has an average of (2.52), and all of them have a grade of (medium). The results also showed that there are statistically significant differences on all axes due to the gender variable and in favor of females. And the presence of differences statistically significant for the variable of specializations and came in favor of humanity, and the absence of statistically significant differences attributed to the variable of experience. Among the most important recommendations of the study were the provision of technical training programs, and the holding of courses to support teachers' skills.

scholarly journals Factors Responsible for Cohabitation among Youth as Perceived by Students of the University of Ilorin, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 44-63
Author(s):  
Olushola A. Iyekolo
Keyword(s):  
Target Population ◽  
Survey Method ◽  
University Management ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Common ◽  
The Government ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Survey ◽  
Reading Study ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Cohabitation is an intimate sexual union between two unmarried partners who share the same living quarter for a sustained period of time. This study investigated factors responsible for cohabitation among youths as perceived by students of University of Ilorin. The research design that was adopted for the study is the descriptive survey method. The population for this study comprises all of the 44,566 undergraduates at the University of Ilorin, while the target population for the study comprises 24,935 students of the Faculties of Arts; a total of two hundred (200) students constitutes the sample of this study. The instrument used for collection of the relevant data for this study was a 20-item structured questionnaire entitled “Factors Responsible for Cohabitation among Youths”. The instrument was validated with a reliability coefficient of 0.85 after a test re-test using PPMC at 0.05 alpha level. The findings of this study revealed that: reducing the occurrence of loneliness, improving the academic performance of the cohabitants, it is morally acceptable, it encourages peer reading/study, and it goes against the spiritual principle of purity, among others, are the common factors responsible for cohabitation. Also, there is a significant difference in the factors responsible for cohabitation among youths as perceived by the students of the University of Ilorin on the basis of their faculty, gender, and level. There is no significant difference in the factors responsible for cohabitation among youths as perceived by the students of the University of Ilorin on the basis of their age bracket. Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended that there should be a regular campaign regarding the benefits and dangers associated with students’ cohabitation, the Government should support the university management in providing sufficient accommodations for students, students should switch to cohabitation when they don’t have any other option and they should not abuse it, and parents should make sure that they are monitoring the activities of their children to avoid the danger of cohabitation.

Availability and Utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Resources for English Language Teaching and Learning in Secondary Schools in Nsukka Urban: Implication for National Security.

2019 ◽  
pp. 210-217
Author(s):  
Nnamani A.P. ◽  
Ukoha E.O. ◽  
Nwachukwu V.N.
Keyword(s):  
Secondary Schools ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
Survey Design ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
English Language Teaching ◽  
Teaching English ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Descriptive Survey

The study examined the availability and utilization of ICT Resources for teaching English Language in secondary schools located in Nsukka urban of Enugu state, Nigeria. Two research questions and one hypothesis guided the study. The design of the study was descriptive survey design. Purposive sampling technique was used to select 9 teachers out 29 English teachers from the 9 public secondary schools in Nsukka urban. One English teacher each from the nine schools making it a total number of 9 teachers were used for the study. Checklist and questionnaires were used to collect data. These instruments were validated by three experts from university of Nigeria Nsukka. Percentages, mean and standard deviation and t-test were used to analyse the data collected. The findings of the study revealed that only 3 ICT resources were available for teaching English language in secondary schools. The study also revealed that the very few that were available were grossly underutilized. This implied that the teaching of English which is known for its capacity to douse linguistic tension in our multilingual Nigeria is not effectively and efficiently taught and learnt. Recommendations made include that government should make available ICT resources for the purposes of teaching English in secondary schools in Nsukka urban and that teachers should be exposed on how to use the ICT resources.

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