scholarly journals INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) COMPETENCY OF SERVING TEACHERS FOR QUALITYINSTRUCTIONAL SERVICE DELIVERY IN AMINU SALEH COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, AZARE, BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 38-55
Author(s):  
Jimoh A. ◽  
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Salawu A. ◽  
Yusuf A. ◽  
Folorunso I. ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
State Government ◽  
Interactive Multimedia ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
College Of Education ◽  
Internet Usage ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Ict Skills ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation

ICT has permeated all spheres of human endeavours in this 21st century of information-driven society, education sector inclusive. Consequence upon this development, teachers as stakeholders are not left behind in the aspect of training and retraining to acquire relevant skills in the usage of ICT in order to be ICT-compliant and use same in their teaching methodologies. This paper, therefore, examined ICT competency of serving teachers for quality instructional service delivery in Aminu Saleh College of Education, Azare, Bauchi State, Nigeria. The study adopted survey research design as questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection from the sampled serving teachers. The questionnaire used for this research was structured on three components of ICT: Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation, Internet Usage and Usage of projector/interactive multimedia board. Simple random sampling technique was used to draw sample of 196 from the population of entire academics totally 436 currently serving in the area of the study using sample size table provided by Research Advisor. The instrument used for the study was validated by the specialists in the fields of Computer Science and Measurement and Evaluation. The reliability index of the instrument yielded 0.82 using Crobanch alpha reliability technique. The results revealed that academics have skills in the usage of Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation for effective instructional service delivery. Besides, it was found out that the serving teachers possess technical-know-how in Internet usage for gathering materials for their lessons, but lack skills on how to operate projector/interactive multimedia board for their lectures. It was also discovered that age, gender and years of experience had significant influence on the level of ICT skills acquisition and usage of serving teachers. However, there was no association between educational qualification of serving teachers and their level of ICT skills acquisition. The study recommends that Bauchi state government, in conjunction with College authority, should organize seminar on how to use and operate projector as well as interactive multimedia board for quality instructional service delivery by the lecturers.

Challenges in perspective of life skills acquisition; implication for placement of life skills in university curriculum

2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 189-194
Author(s):  
Wasim Khan ◽  
Salahuddin Khan ◽  
Tasleem Arif ◽  
Sohail R. Khan
Keyword(s):  
Life Skills ◽  
Student Athletes ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Target Population ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ◽  
Educational Curriculum

Background and Study Aim: The main purpose behind the study was to establish the challenges in relation to the acquisition of life skills among university student-athletes of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The study assessed the extent to which the concern existing resources, facilitators, and trainer attitude influences life skills acquisition among student-athletes. Material and Methods: Descriptive survey research design was followed to obtain desirable results. The target population of this study consisted of all those who participated in different sport at the university level of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), Pakistan. Amongst them, we selected a representative sample (n=389 fifty 50% of the total population) with the help of a simple random sampling technique. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version, 24 was used to code and analyse the data. The hypotheses were tested by applying statistical tests like Step-wise regression and independents sample t-test. The significance level of 0.05 was fixed to accept or reject the set hypotheses. Results: Findings of the study indicated that existing resources, facilitators, and trainer/coach attitude significantly influences life skills acquisition among student-athletes (.001, .001 & .000 < .05). The analysed data revealed no significantly difference regarding extent to which specific challenges such as existing resources, facilitators, and trainer attitude influences the acquisition of life skills (.500, .133 & .149 > .05). Conclusions: The findings of the study revealed that all participants have agreed upon the importance of life skills. Therefore, the life skills course might be considered as an integral part of every educational curriculum of Pakistan. It is suggested that a minimum of 2 hours per week may be included in the educational curriculum of each discipline.

scholarly journals Influence of Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation on Pupils Academic Performance in Mathematics

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 52-59
Author(s):  
Onyekwere Nonye Adamma ◽  
Okoro Pauline Ekwutosim ◽  
Eugene Chukwuemeka Unamba
Keyword(s):  
Academic Performance ◽  
Intrinsic Motivation ◽  
Academic Motivation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Academic Motivation Scale ◽  
And Mathematics ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation ◽  
Level Of Significance

The study investigated the influence of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation on pupils’ academic performance in mathematics. Based on the purpose of the study two hypotheses guided the study. The descriptive research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of all 3056 primary six pupils in Owerri Education zone of Imo State.  A Sample size of 200 primary six pupils was selected for the study.   Simple random sampling technique was used in selecting four schools out of the nine schools. The instruments used for data collection was Academic Motivation Scale and Mathematics Achievement Test. The validity was determined by two experts in measurement and evaluation and one expert in mathematics education. The instruments have reliability coefficient of 0.89 and 0.92 determined using tests-retest method. Data generated were analyzed with the aid SPSS version.  Inferential statistics of t-test and Pearson product moment correlation were used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The study concludes that motivation improves academic performance of the pupils and there is a gender difference in motivation type and academic performance. 

Interrogating the Application of E-Governance for Service Delivery

2017 ◽  
pp. 31-60
Author(s):  
Francis Friday Nchuchuwe
Keyword(s):  
Local Government ◽  
Service Delivery ◽  
Web Sites ◽  
Local Governments ◽  
Computer Literacy ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Secondary Sources ◽  
Internet Diffusion

This study examined the application of e-governance for service delivery in Ojo and Alimosho Local government areas of Lagos State. Questionnaire and Interviews were used as major instruments for data collection alongside other secondary sources. The simple Random Sampling technique was used to derive a sample of 100 respondents from a population size of 748 workers from Ojo and Alimosho Local Government Areas. Simple percentages were used for the demographic data analysis, as well as to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that the application of E-governance is still a far cry in the local governments. Generally, the concept is novel among the workers as it is generally construed to mean electronic payment of salaries and lodgments into the Banks by the citizens. Beyond this, it was revealed that such facilities like web sites, constant electricity supply, enabling environments to boost tele-density, internet diffusion, adult computer literacy, cyber cafes, computer, etc. were not adequately available as expressed by the respondents.

scholarly journals Komparasi Pembelajaran Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam (IPA) menggunakan Multimedia Interaktif Model Drils dan Media Komik Sains Terhadap Prestasi Belajar

Kappa Journal ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 102-108
Author(s):  
Fartina Fartina ◽  
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Khaerus Syahidi ◽  
Laxmi Zahara ◽  
Zaotul Wardi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Student Achievement ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Interactive Multimedia ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
T Test ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Cluster Random Sampling

This study aims to determine the differences in student achievement who are taught using interactive multimedia drills model with students who are taught using science comic media. This type of research is experimental research. The population in this study is all students of class VII MTs. The State of Selong Model and the sampling was determined by using cluster random sampling technique to select the class and simple random sampling to select the students in that class. The second sampling technique is random sampling by drawing lots, cluster random sampling, namely the class is divided into experimental class I, namely the class that is taught using interactive multimedia drills model (class VII-E) and the experimental class II, namely the class that is taught using comic media. science (class VII-F), each of which consists of 36 students. And simple random sampling, where students are drawn after data collection to reduce the sample to 30 students to facilitate hypothesis testing. The data collection technique used post-test while the data analysis technique to test the hypothesis was the t-test. The results of data analysis using t-test showed that there were differences in student achievement who were taught using interactive multimedia drills model with students who were taught using science comic media. This can be seen in the post-test results where t-count > t-table is 2.206 > 2.002. Thus H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. This means that there are differences in student achievement who are taught using interactive multimedia drills model with students who are taught using science comics

scholarly journals Assessment of Healthcare Institutions and Socio-Economic Welfare: A Survey of Secondary and Tertiary Hospitals in Rivers State, Nigeria

2021 ◽  
pp. 11-21
Author(s):  
Dennis B. Ewubare ◽  
Kelechi C. Nnamdi
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Federal Government ◽  
State Government ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Quality Healthcare ◽  
Tertiary Hospitals ◽  
The Government ◽  
Rivers State

The purpose of this paper is to access healthcare institutions and the welfare experience of patients and workers in public Secondary and Tertiary Hospitals in Rivers State, with ownership across Federal Government, State Government and the Military. From a stratified sampling technique, a representative survey sample of 90 respondents was involved. Our findings shows that Tertiary hospitals in Rivers state relies on funding by Federal Government, State Government, internally generated funds and grants, in their decending order. Budgetary cut on health institution is perceived to reduce service delivery and health workers motivation, though a cut in funding is expected by few, as a result of the prevalent fall in global oil price. The analysis also shows that the price of health services and medicines have increased in recent times, but we could not establish the symptom of inflation on the prices of healthcare consumption. It was established that the level of qualified health workers without gainful employment has slightly increased, owing to low absorptive capacity of government owned hospital, low renumeration from non-public-owned hospitals. The study found that the populace prefers public hospitals over private hospitals, mainly because of affordability and availability of specialists. Although there is evidence of inadequate workforce, bureaucratic holdup and poor ambience. The study concludes that the government is the provider of very affordable and quality healthcare in Nigeria. It was therefore recommended that there should be proper accountability by the hospital management on the proceeds and expenses. Efforts should be made to strenghten internally generated revenue, while a public-private partnership, improved efficiency and quality of service delivery will attract funds.

EFFECTIVENESS OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WORKERS IN DELTASTATE, NIGERIA

2015 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph U. AGBAMU ◽  
David O. EDONO
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Field Work ◽  
Agricultural Extension ◽  
Extension Service ◽  
The Public ◽  
Agricultural Extension Service ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Adoption Level

This study has assessed the effectiveness of agricultural extension workers through the use of six indicators. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 180 farmers and 60 extension workers from 12 Local Government Areas of Delta State. Interview schedule and questionnaire were used to collect data from respondents. On average, farmers have 7 – 12 contacts per year with agricultural extension workers. Age, extent of contact with extension workers, and education level make a significant contribution to farmers' perception on the quality of agricultural extension workers. This study found no significant relationship between adoption level and extent of contact with extension workers. Agricultural message situation is good in terms of purpose, content and treatment but the provision of logistics for field work of extension workers is not sufficient. The study reveals that agricultural extension service in Delta State is not effective. There is no significant difference in the agricultural extension workers' effectiveness in the three agricultural zones of Delta State. For a better coverage of extension cells, more extension workers should be recruited. The Delta State Government should exhibit renewed vigor in properly funding the public agricultural extension service to ensure improved effectiveness.

scholarly journals Determinants of Youth Farmers’ Participation in Agricultural Activities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (12) ◽  
pp. 201
Author(s):  
M. U. Dimelu ◽  
A. M. Umoren ◽  
Jane M. Chah
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Agricultural Development ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Development Programme ◽  
Livelihood Strategies ◽  
Agricultural Activities ◽  
Access To Credit ◽  
On Farm

A refocus on agriculture is considered a pertinent resort for the youths because it is generally believed to be a panacea for sustainable development in any nation. To help generate suitable policies to encourage youth farmers to be involved in agricultural activities, the study analysed factors that influence youth farmers&rsquo; participation in agricultural activities in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Through a list of farmers obtained with the assistance of Akwa Ibom State Agricultural Development Programme, 120 youth farmers were randomly selected for the study using simple random sampling technique. The study used descriptive and inferential tools to analyse information collected. The majority (59.2%) of youth farmers were male and 42.5% were between the ages of 36-39 years. Only 8.3% had access to credit. About 71% of the youth farmers were involved in on-farm activities and only 29.2% in both on- and off-farm activities. The major determinants of youth agricultural activities were household size and membership of social organizations. The state government and other relevant agencies and organizations should create platforms to educate youth farmers on the need for more involvement and diversification in their agricultural livelihood strategies.

Evaluation of Farming Skills Acquisition Programme of Adamawa State Government, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Gideon Maghra Harrison ◽  
A. O. E Egunsola ◽  
G. A Oguntunde
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Skill Training ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
Test Analysis ◽  
Governmental Organizations ◽  
Non Governmental Organizations ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Level Of Significance

The study evaluated the Farming Skills Acquisition Programme of Adamawa State Government, using a survey research design. The population of the study comprised of 50 trainers and 1,367 trainees. A systematic random sampling technique, using Taro Yamane formular was used to obtain a sample of 44 trainers and 309 trainees. The study collected data using a structured questionnaire, data collected was analysed using mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions while the z-Test was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The result revealed that facilities were available, adequate and functional at Farming Skills Acquisition Centers, time allocated for training and training duration were adequate, objectives of Farming Skills Acquisition Programme were being achieved and graduates of FSAP established and engaged in agricultural businesses. Z-Test analysis showed no significant difference between the mean responses of trainees and trainers on availability of facilities for the operation of FSAP, adequacy of training duration and graduates rate of establishing and engaging in agricultural businesses. However, the z-Test showed a significant difference between the mean responses of trainers and trainees on the extent of achievement of the objectives of FSAP. The study recommended that Government and non-governmental organizations should cooperate with the farming skills acquisition centres in the area of skill training and manpower development; farming skills acquisition programme should be adopted and implemented by other states in Nigeria to reduce the rate of unemployment and government should make nonfunctional FSACs to be functional through renovation and funding.

Assessment of Principals’ Effectiveness in Monitoring Students’ Progress in Secondary Schools in Ebonyi State: Implications for Leadership and Education for National Security.

2019 ◽  
pp. 257-264
Author(s):  
Elechi Catherine ◽  
Mbazu Innocent
Keyword(s):  
Secondary School ◽  
Secondary Schools ◽  
National Security ◽  
Secondary School Teachers ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Ministry Of Education ◽  
School Teachers ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation

The Study assessed principal‟s effectiveness in monitoring students‟ progress in Ebonyi State secondary schools as a means of achieving national security. One purpose of study, one research question and one hypothesis guided the study. The survey research design was adopted for the study. The population for the study comprised 817 secondary school teachers. The sample for the study was 210 secondary school teachers who were drawn using simple random sampling technique. Questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The instrument was validated by three experts: one in Measurement and Evaluation and two in Educational management. The reliability was determined using Cronbach Alpha. Data were collected by the researcher with the help of four research assistants. Data collected were analyzed using mean, standard deviation and t-test. The findings of the study revealed that principals in rural schools do not monitor students‟ progress effectively. It was recommended that ministry of education should set machineries on board to help monitor the activities of principals to ensure that they are performing their leadership functions effectively.

Utilization of Interactive Instructional Media in the Delivery of Distance Education in South-East, Nigeria.

2019 ◽  
pp. 36-44
Author(s):  
Onovo Joseph S.
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Acquisition Training ◽  
Instructional Media ◽  
Skills Acquisition ◽  
State Study ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Measurement And Evaluation ◽  
Training Programmes

The purpose of the study was to determine the learners perception on the extent to which interactive instructional media are actually utilized in the delivery of distance Education programmes. The study was carried out in the south East Nigeria. A survey Research Design was adopted for the study. Aresearch question and two hypotheses guided the study. 47,084 students of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) and National Teachers Institute (NTI) Distance Education programmes in Abia and Enugu State study centres constituted the population for the study. With a stratified random sampling technique, a sample size of 393 distance learners from the NOUN and NTI centres were sampled and studied. A researcher designed questionnaire was used for data collection. The Instrument was validated by three experts; two in curriculum and instruction and one in measurement and Evaluation. The reliability co-efficient of the instrument was 0.76 obtained through Cronbach Alpha Method. The research questions was tested using mean with standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics. The data analysis revealed under-utilization of the studied interactive instructional media. There was no significant difference between the mean ratings of the Abia and Enugu study centre students responses, but there was a significant difference between the mean ratings of the Noun and NTI students responses. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others, that awareness, knowledge and skills acquisition training programmes and utilization of interactive instructional media should be severally organized to enable distance learning facilitators exploit the immense benefits and opportunities being offered by the current advancement in information and communication Technology.

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