International Journal of Universal Education

The Influence of Teacher Attachment Quality on Academic Achievement and Social Skills of Muhammadiyah Pahandut Palangka Raya Primary Students

Alpian Sapari — 2024-07-04

Background: The background contains the problems or topics studied in this research. Aim: This research aims to explore and analyze the influence of the quality of closeness between students and teachers on students' academic achievement and social skills at the Muhammadiyah Pahandut Palangka Raya Elementary School. Method: This research uses a quantitative approach by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to students and teachers at the elementary school. Results and Dıscussion: The research results show that the quality of the attachment between students and teachers has a significant impact on students' academic achievement and social skills. There is a strong correlation between a good relationship between students and teachers and students' academic achievement and social abilities. These findings provide a deeper understanding of the importance of positive relationships between teachers and students in improving students' learning achievement and social interaction abilities in the educational environment. Conclusion: This research provides a basis for further attention to efforts to develop close relationships between teachers and students as an important factor in improving the quality of education at Elementary School Muhammadiyah Pahandut Palangka Raya.

Navigating the Digital Age: Empowering Kwara State University Administrators in Bridging the ICT Literacy Gap

Wasilat Olaide Amura-Yusuf — 2024-07-04

This position paper explores the role of literacy skills, efficacy, and readiness among university administrators in Kwara State regarding the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for management functions. With the rapid advancement of technology, educational institutions are compelled to adapt to modern tools and practices for efficient management and administration. The study aims to assess the current status of literacy skills, efficacy levels, and preparedness of university administrators in Kwara State regarding the integration of ICT into various administrative tasks and functions. The research methodology involves a comprehensive survey among university administrators across various institutions in Kwara State. The findings will help educational policymakers and stakeholders develop targeted interventions and strategies to enhance capacity building, training programs, and infrastructure development initiatives. The paper also contributes to the existing body of knowledge on ICT integration in educational administration, particularly in the context of Nigerian universities. It highlights the importance of continuous professional development and training to ensure university administrators remain adept at utilizing ICT tools for effective management and decision-making. The paper advocates for targeted interventions, capacity-building initiatives, and infrastructure development efforts to enhance the ICT readiness of university administrators in Kwara State, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of higher education administration in the region.

Challenges of ICT Tools for Managerial Functions in Private Secondary Schools

Abdulbaqi Toyin Abdulrahim — 2024-07-04

The study examined the challenges of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools for managerial functions among private secondary school administrators in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State, Nigeria. Both primary and secondary data were used in the paper. Using a standardized questionnaire, the principals of the private secondary schools in the Ilorin Metropolis provided the data. The total population of Private Secondary Schools within Ilorin Metropolis is 141. The entire population was used as a sample for the study. Findings from the study showed that the majority of the respondents strongly disagreed that there is a non-availability of computers in private secondary schools. The respondents disagreed with the unavailability of internet services in the Ilorin metropolis. The majority of the respondents agree that inadequate Information and Communication Technology tools in private secondary schools. The study concluded that fear of technology use among principals, inadequate Information and Communication Technology tools, and power failure are the challenges confronting the effective use of ICT among principals in private secondary schools in the Ilorin metropolis. The paper recommended that the proprietors of private secondary schools in the Ilorin metropolis should procure more Information and Communication Technology tools. Computer literacy experts should be appointed as the principal. The management should introduce solar energy to save the school from the interrupted power supply.

Human Resources Management Strategies and Teachers’ Job Performance in Public Senior Secondary Schools

Adeseko Sunday Olaifa — 2024-06-29

Human resources management strategies have played tremendous roles in the attainment of educational goals. The study investigated human resources management strategies and teachers’ job performance in public senior secondary schools in Kwara State. The study adopted a descriptive survey of correlational type. Two research questions and one hypothesis were raised to guide the study. The researcher's instrument was titled Human Resources Management Questionnaire” (HRMSQ) and Teachers’ Job Performance Questionnaire (TJPQ) was used to collect data for the study. Descriptive statistic of frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation was used to analyse demographics and answer the research questions raised. Inferential statistics of Pearson Product Moment Correlation statistics were used to test the formulated research hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that; staff promotion practices constituted the highest human resources management strategies in senior secondary schools in Kwara State. Teachers’ job performance was high in public senior secondary schools in Kwara State. There was a significant relationship between human resources management strategies and teachers’ job performance in senior secondary schools in Kwara State. It was recommended among others that public senior secondary schools in Kwara State should give special emphasis on improving their human resources management strategies in the areas of teamwork, job definition, employee participation, compensation, career planning and training.

Effect of Hyflex Learning on Student's Academic Performance in Education Technology in Kwara State

Abdu Danyaro — 2024-06-29

The study examined the effect of Hyflex learning on Student's Academic Performance in Education Technology in Kwara State. The study was guided by two research questions and two null hypotheses were postulated for the study. The study adopted a quasi-experimental research design of 2 x 2 factorial design. The target population were all 400-level undergraduate students in the Department of Educational Technology offering EDT 412. A sample size of 152 undergraduate students participated in the study. Two groups were involved in the study which are both intact classes. The experimental group where full-time undergraduates’ students while the control group were sandwich undergraduates’ students. The instrument used for data collection was an educational technology performance test which was validated by three educational technology experts. Descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions while inferential statistics of t-test were used to analyse the research hypothesis. The findings of the study revealed that Hyflex learning effectively improved the performance of undergraduate students in education technology. Both male and female undergraduate students in the experimental group performed better than their counterparts in the control group, though the male students had a higher mean score than their female counterparts. There is a significant difference between the mean post-test score of students taught educational technology using Hyflex learning relative to their counterparts taught using the lecture method and there is a significant interaction effect of gender on the mean scores of students in the experimental group. It was therefore recommended among others that institutions should adopt hyflex learning as a pedagogy because it offers flexible learning opportunities among undergraduate students.

Increasing Students' Learning Motivation in Science Subjects Using Powerpoint Media at SDN 1 Kuala Pembuang II

Mohamad Ridwan — 2024-06-29

This research aims to determine the increase in learning motivation of students at State Elementary School 1 Kuala Pembuang II which has experienced very significant changes. This research is very rational because it uses a research method of five steps/development phases including; Analysis, Design, Development or Production, Implementation or Delivery, and Evaluations. Data collection techniques in research use test instruments. Data analysis uses quantitative. Learning media is a tool that is considered good in helping convey information, whether in the form of pictures, videos or readings packaged in PowerPoint form so that it can increase student learning motivation in any subject, especially Natural Sciences, to students at Kuala Pembuang II Elementary School. Analysis of the use of PowerPoint as a medium can be seen in two tables of research results which show that students are more happy, enthusiastic, and motivated to focus more on receiving information in Natural Sciences lessons.

Utilization of Library Resources Among Undergraduate Business Education Students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Nigeria

Rafat Bukola Dauda — 2024-06-29

This study was carried out to examine the utilization of library resources among undergraduate business education students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin. The study had three specific objectives and research questions. The population of the study consisted of all the 91 students who registered for business education programme in the 2023/2024 academic session at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin. The entire population was considered for the study. The data was collected with the use of a 44-item structured questionnaire which was designed by the researchers. Ninety-one copies of the questionnaire were administered through a research assistant. Only 80 copies of the questionnaire were returned by the respondents and used for the data analysis. The collected data were analysed using mean scores with a benchmark of 2.50 for accepting or rejecting a questionnaire item. The study revealed that there is availability of library resources for the consumption of undergraduate business education students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, the students use them for numerous purposes and the extent of their usage by the students is high. The study concluded that since the university provides the library resources which are needed and the students are utilizing them, it stands the chance of producing competent and qualified business education graduates who can contribute toward repositioning Nigeria to the path of progress. As a way forward, the study among others, suggested that there should be increased budgetary allocation for the library, workshops and orientations should be regularly organized for the students on the use of the library and the students should ensure that they continue to use the library resources for their academic advancement.

Utilization of ICT Resources in Teaching Chemistry in Senior Secondary Schools in Kwara State, Nigeria

Abdullateef Olayinka Hamza — 2024-06-29

Chemistry deals with the composition, properties, and uses of matter, the interaction between different matter, and the relationship between matter and energy. The utilization of Information and communication technologies in educational institutions globally has facilitated the streamlining of instructional processes, thereby fostering national stability and economic sustainability. This study investigated teachers’ utilization of ICT resources in teaching chemistry in senior secondary schools based on teachers’ gender, educational qualification, and teaching experience. The study was a descriptive research of a survey type. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 250 chemistry teachers from Kwara state, Nigeria. Five research questions were generated and answered using frequency count, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Three hypotheses were formulated and tested using t-test and ANOVA at 0.05 level of significance. The instrument for data collection is a researcher-designed questionnaire titled Questionnaire on Utilization of ICT Resources (QUICT). Findings revealed that the available ICT resources were rarely utilized among chemistry teachers while most of the chemistry teachers do not utilize ICT resources for teaching chemistry. The study concludes that teachers’ gender, educational qualification, and teaching experience significantly influence the level of utilization of ICT resources in teaching senior school chemistry. The study recommended that the Government should ensure adequate funding to provide ICT resources in senior secondary schools as contained in the national policy on education. Chemistry teachers should endeavor to attend seminars, conferences, and workshops to update themselves on global best practices on the utilization of Information and Communication Technology resources in teaching chemistry.

Breaking Barriers: Enhancing Support for Autistic Students Through Individual Education Programs

Maureen Chinasa Ola-Williams — 2024-06-29

The prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) underscored the importance of tailoring educational interventions to accommodate the diverse needs of autistic students in Nigeria. This study investigated the effectiveness of individual educational programs in meeting the needs of autistic students in Nigeria. The study surveyed autistic children, teachers, and parents in special schools in Ikeja, Apapa, and Kosofe Local Government Areas of Lagos State. It used a mixed-methods approach to evaluate the effectiveness of Individual Education Programs (IEPs) in addressing the unique needs of autistic students in mainstream educational settings. The study analyzed academic performance metrics and social skills proficiency in autistic students. It also explored the experiences of teachers, parents, and autistic students through interviews and focus groups. Despite challenges like lack of resources and collaboration issues, teachers shared success stories and strategies. Parents praised positive efforts between home and school, while autistic students expressed improved learning experiences. The synthesis of quantitative and qualitative data provided a holistic evaluation of IEPs' effectiveness in promoting positive outcomes for autistic students. The findings contribute to the discourse on inclusive education, informing practices to refine IEP design and implementation. The study emphasizes providing meaningful educational support tailored to the diverse needs of autistic students in mainstream settings.

The Influence of School Climate and Goal Achievement Structure in Nigerian Public Schools

Olaolu Paul Akinnubi — 2024-06-29

The paper explores the importance of school climate and goal achievement structure in Nigerian public schools. It highlights the significance of these elements in shaping the educational environment. The school climate, influenced by factors such as leadership, teacher-student relationships, safety and discipline, significantly impacts student well-being, academic performance and overall school success. The goal achievement structure is also crucial in Nigerian public schools, drives academic progress and shapes the future of students. The relationship between school climate and goal achievement structure is also explored. This understanding is crucial for fostering a conducive educational environment and achieving academic objectives. The paper then delves into goal achievement structure, its significance in Nigerian public schools to firm its alignment with national education objectives and the challenges associated with its implementation. It highlights the complexities of implementing these components within the Nigerian public school system. In conclusion, understanding the influence of school climate and goal achievement structure in Nigerian public schools is crucial for improving education quality and fostering an academic and personal growth environment.