STUDIES IN EDUCATION

EFFECT OF APPLICATION OF MOBILE LEARNING ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN CARPENTRY AND JOINERY CRAFT IN EDO STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGES

Stephen Ayemwenre AIGBODUWA — 2026-04-25

The research investigated the effect of application of mobile learning on students’ academic achievement in carpentry and joinery craft in Edo State technical colleges using quasi-experimental design. Specifically, the study focused on how mobile learning affect skills in upholstery, furniture-making, and wood joint among students. Two research questions guided the study and two null hypotheses were formulated and tested at a significance level of .05. The study used census population of all 58 NTC II students from the three technical colleges that offers carpentry and joinery craft out of the five Edo State technical colleges. The instrument was the Carpentry and Joinery Craft Achievement Test (CAJCAT), which was validated by three experts. Kuder Richardson (KR-21) reliability method was applied to evaluate the internal consistency of the instrument, yielding a reliability coefficient of .86. Achievement test copies were distributed to all 58 students, with 29 students assigned to each group. The research questions were answered using mean (x̅) and standard deviation, while the hypotheses were tested with Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The findings indicated that the application of mobile learning positively affect students' academic performance in Upholstery, Furniture-Making and Wood Joints. Students’ achieved higher scores compared to those who relied on traditional method of instructions. Additionally, the null hypotheses were rejected. Consequently, the study recommended that both governmental and non-governmental organizations support students in Carpentry and Joinery Craft by providing mobile devices to facilitate digital learning in Edo State among others.

DEBT FINANCING AS PREDICTOR OF RETURN ON EQUITY AMONG MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

Sakirat Funmilayo LATEEF Ph.D. — 2026-04-25

This study investigated the influence of debt financing on the return on equity (ROE) of manufacturing firms in Ogun State, Nigeria, with particular focus on the disaggregated effects of short-term and long-term debt. Using an ex post facto research design, the study analyzed secondary data from audited financial statements and annual reports of 30 purposively selected manufacturing firms spanning the period 2019–2024. The dependent variable was ROE, while the independent variables were short-term debt (STD) and long-term debt (LTD). Control variables included firm size and asset growth. Data were analyzed using multiple regression techniques with robust standard errors to assess the individual and joint effects of debt financing on ROE. The results revealed that short-term debt had a significant negative effect on ROE (β = -.284, p = .012), indicating that overreliance on short-term borrowings constrains liquidity and reduces shareholder returns. In contrast, long-term debt exerted a significant positive effect on ROE (β = .312, p = .004), suggesting that stable long-term financing supports productive investments and enhances profitability. Firm size and asset growth also positively influenced ROE, with coefficients of .126 (p = .032) and .098 (p = .062), respectively. The joint effect of short-term and long-term debt on ROE were significant (F = 12.47, p < .05), confirming that capital structure decisions collectively determine firm performance. The study concludes that debt financing has a dual effect on ROE: long-term debt enhances profitability, whereas short-term debt may reduce returns if overused. These findings underscore the importance of strategic debt management and suggest that manufacturing firms in Ogun State should prioritize long-term borrowings and minimize reliance on short-term debt to optimize equity returns. The study contributes recent, region-specific evidence on debt maturity and firm performance, providing insights for managers and policymakers seeking to enhance financial sustainability in the manufacturing sector.

ABSORBING BEST GRADUATING STUDENTS INTO CIVIL SERVICE: A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO PUBLIC SECTOR DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

ASEMHE, S. A. — 2026-04-25

This paper looked at the strategic integration of the best graduating students into the Nigerian civil service as a catalyst for public sector transformation. It critically examined systemic challenges such as inefficiency, weak meritocracy, and institutional inertia that have impeded national development. The paper argued that establishing a deliberate, merit-based recruitment pipeline for top academic performers can inject fresh perspectives, modern competencies, and strong ethical standards into the civil service. It underscores the pivotal role of effective educational planning through curriculum alignment, quality assurance, and manpower forecasting in ensuring the sustainability and success of this policy. By adopting this integration approach, the civil service can evolve from a static bureaucracy into a dynamic, knowledge-driven institution capable of addressing the complex demands of the 21^st century economy. The paper highlighted the knowledge-driven benefits of this strategy, including enhanced evidence-based policymaking, accelerated technological adoption, and improved innovation capacity within government agencies. While acknowledging the need for substantial investment and institutional reforms, it concludes that this policy offers a viable pathway to curb corruption, reduce brain drain, and develop a competent, responsive public sector. Ultimately, it presents a roadmap for leveraging Nigeria’s intellectual capital to achieve sustainable development and good governance.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AS PREDICTORS OF BUSINESS STUDIES TEACHERS’ AFFECTIVE COMMITMENT IN EDO STATE

EDIAGBONYA, K. — 2026-04-25

The study has investigated the relationship between human resource management practices and business studies teachers’ affective commitment. The main purpose of the study was to establish how human resource management practices (e.g. recruitment and selection, training and development and reward) predict business studies teachers’ affective commitment in Edo State. Three research questions were raised with three corresponding hypotheses which were tested at .05 level of significance. The correlation survey design was adopted in the study. A total of 153 business studies teachers were sampled out of the 309 teachers in Edo State. The HRM and commitment scales were adapted and used for the study. It was validated by two experts in business education. The Cronbach Alpha was used in establishing the reliability for both scales and they yielded: HRM = .81 and Commitment = .88. The instrument was distributed via google form to respondents. The simple linear regression analysis was used in analyzing the data. The findings revealed that recruitment and selection, training and development and reward significantly predicted business studies teachers’ affective commitment in Edo State. Based on the findings, it was recommended that the recruitment and selection process should be fair in order to attract the most qualified teachers who have passion for teaching. This finding makes a novel contribution to the literature in HRM and business education by utilizing social exchange theory (SET) in explaining the reciprocal benefits in employer – employees’ relationship in the teaching sub-sector in Edo State.

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES, WORK ENGAGEMENT, JOB PERFORMANCE AND JOB SATISFACTION AMONG TECHNICAL COLLEGE TEACHERS

BAMIDELE MICHAEL EFUWAPE — 2026-04-25

Human Resource Development (HRD) has become an essential strategy for enhancing employees’ competence, engagement, and productivity. This study therefore investigated HRD practices and the levels of work engagement, job performance, and job satisfaction among technical college teachers in South-West Nigeria. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The population comprised of all 60 teachers in two selected technical colleges. Total enumeration sampling technique was employed to include all teachers in the study. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire titled Human Resource Development Practices and Work Outcomes Questionnaire, which consists of 40 items that was measured on a four-point scale. The instrument was validated by experts and it yielded a reliability coefficient of .87 using Cronbach’s Alpha. Data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation, while 2.50 was used as the criterion mean for decision-making. The findings revealed that technical college teachers are substantially exposed to HRD practices such as obtaining higher degrees, professional certifications, attending conferences, workshops, and professional activities (Average Mean = 3.57). The results further indicated that teachers demonstrate high levels of work engagement (Average Means: Vigor = 3.53, Dedication = 3.44, Absorption = 3.15), job performance (Average Mean = 3.50), and job satisfaction (Average Mean = 3.36). The study provides context-specific empirical data which shows that HRD practices enhance work-related outcomes, and it offers a framework to advance theory, guide policy decisions, and supports improved professional development strategies in technical and vocational education. It recommended that technical college administrators should strengthen ICT-related training for teachers and encourage research activities through incentives, among others.

A SCOPING REVIEW OF THE SYNERGY BETWEEN HOME ECONOMICS AND EDUCATION

OLUNUSI, P. A. Ph.D — 2026-04-25

Home Economics (HE), increasingly conceptualized as Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS), has evolved from a domestically oriented discipline into a multidisciplinary field addressing contemporary societal challenges such as sustainability, health, and financial literacy. Despite its transformative potential, the integration of HE within mainstream educational curricula remains fragmented and under-theorized. This study employs a scoping review methodology guided by the PRISMA-ScR framework to systematically map the evidence on the pedagogical synergy between HE and formal education. A comprehensive search across Web of Science, Scopus, ERIC, and Google Scholar identified 65 records, of which 26 studies met the inclusion criteria. The review synthesizes theoretical foundations, integration models, outcomes, and barriers associated with HE–education synergy. Findings reveal that HE serves as a critical interdisciplinary platform, particularly within STEAM education grounded in constructivist, experiential, ecological, social cognitive, and systems thinking theories. Key outcomes include enhanced student engagement, improved literacy (food, financial, and health), and strengthened sustainability awareness. However, structural barriers such as gender stereotypes, resource constraints, and curriculum overcrowding persist. The findings position HE as a vital yet underutilized component of 21st-century education.

THE ROLE OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL SKILLS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN DELTA STATE

Dr. Faith Iniabasi Imafidon — 2026-04-25

This study examined the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in developing social skills among University students in Delta State. It assessed students’ EI levels, analyzed their impact on various social skills, and explored gender differences in this relationship through two guiding research questions and hypotheses. Employing a descriptive survey design, the study targeted 1,709 final-year students (643 males and 1,066 females) during the 2024/2025 academic session. A multi-stage sampling technique produced a sample of 320 students (120 males and 200 females) across ten universities. Data was collected using standardized instruments adopted from Schutte et al. (1998) and Reggio (2006), with strong reliability indices for EI (α = .89) and social skills (α = .86). Pearson correlation and independent t-tests were used for analysis. Results indicated a significant positive correlation between EI and social skills (r = .52, p < .001) and a notable gender difference, with female students exhibiting higher emotional awareness. The study recommends incorporating EI training into university curricula and implementing gender-sensitive counseling programs to strengthen students’ interpersonal abilities. These findings offer practical implications for educators, counselors, and policymakers seeking to foster emotional and social development in tertiary institutions, concluding that structured EI interventions are vital for improving students’ academic performance, emotional well-being, and interpersonal relationships in Nigerian universities.

PERCEPTION OF STAFF AND STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN OYO TOWN ON NUTRITION EDUCATION AS A CORRELATE FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

OLUNUSI, P. A. Ph.D — 2026-04-25

The cross-sectional study assessed the perception of 300 staff and students who were willing to participate from five main tertiary institutions in Oyo town on nutrition education as a correlate for national development. The tertiary institutions included: Atiba University, Ajayi Crowther University, Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Federal College of Education (FCEsp.) and Federal School of Surveying (FSS). Five objectives and five research questions with one null hypothesis were set for the study. Simple random sampling of participants represents various demographics and experiences using in-person interview schedule and structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics and regression analysis were used to establish correlation in order to identify the strength and significance of relationships between nutrition education and development metrics. Findings show moderately positive relationship between nutrition education and national development at r = .7. It was recommended that partnerships between tertiary institutions, Ministry of Health, National Orientation Agency and community-based organisations would enhance nutrition education initiatives. In addition, increasing awareness on healthy eating at household levels would reduce malnutrition, healthcare costs and diet-related diseases. Nutrition education awareness in academic community would enable informed food choices, while intentional consumption of indigenous foods in season would encourage social ties, support sustainable agricultural practices and resource management for food security and environmental sustainability to strengthen local economies.

MATERNAL OCCUPATION AND NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AS CORRELATES OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN HOME ECONOMICS IN ETSAKO EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

AFAIFO, J.O. — 2026-04-25

The study investigated the maternal occupation and nutritional knowledge as correlates of academic performance of secondary school students in Home Economics in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Two hypotheses were formulated and tested at .05 level of significance in the study. The study adopted a correlational research design. The population of the study comprised of 4,865 junior secondary school students in all the 16 public junior secondary schools in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. A sample size of 200 students was selected from the population using the simple random sampling technique. Two instruments were used for data collection: The Maternal Occupation and Nutritional Knowledge Questionnaire (MONKQ) and the Home Economics Academic Performance Test (HEAPT). The data collected were analyzed using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient at a .05 level of significance. The study revealed that there is a significant relationship between mothers’ nutritional knowledge and students’ academic performance in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State and there is a significant relationship between maternal occupation and the academic performance of students in Home Economics in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Based on the findings, the study recommended among others that schools and community health programs should organize workshops and awareness campaigns to educate mothers on proper nutrition and its impact on children’s learning as this will equip mothers with the knowledge needed to support their children’s dietary needs, ultimately improving academic performance.

INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INTO THE BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAMMES: A PANACEA FOR BUILDING A TECHNOLOGICAL DRIVEN WORKFORCE

BASSEY, A.S. (Ph.D) — 2026-04-30

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across industries, reshaping how organizations operate, innovate, and compete. Business education programmes, traditionally designed to prepare future leaders in management, finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship, are now compelled to integrate AI into their curricula and pedagogy. This paper explores the role of AI in business education, examining its pedagogical applications, curricular integration, ethical implications, challenges, and future prospects. It argues that AI is not merely an auxiliary tool but a foundational element in preparing students for leadership in the digital economy. The paper suggested among others that the federal government should improve fundings for University Education in order to make it possible for universities to acquire the artificial intelligence softwares for their Business Education programmes.

MATERNAL ATTRIBUTES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN HOME ECONOMICS IN ETSAKO EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

AFAIFO, J.O. — 2026-04-25

The study investigated the maternal attributes and academic performance of secondary school students in Home Economics in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Two hypotheses were formulated and tested in the study. The study employed the Expo-Facto research design. The population for the study comprised of 4,865 junior students in all the 16 public junior secondary School in Etsako East Local Government area of Edo state while the sample size of the study was 200 which was drawn using the simple random sampling technique. Two instruments were used for data collection; Maternal Attributes Questionnaire (MAQ) and Home Economic Performance Test (HECPT). The hypotheses were tested using t-test at .05 level of significance. The study revealed that there was a significant difference in the mean scores of students whose mother high income and those that have low income and there was a significant difference in the mean scores of students whose mother are highly educated and those that are of low education in Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State.

INFLUENCE OF PARENTING STYLES ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN SOCIAL STUDIES IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

IBHAFIDON, H.E. Ph.D — 2026-04-25

The study determined the influence of parenting styles on the academic performance of secondary school students with specific focus on secondary school students’ academic performance in social studies in Edo State of Nigeria. The study employed the descriptive research design and the target population was the entire secondary school students’ performance on social studies in Edo State. The multi-stage sampling technique was adopted to get the sample size of 400 students offering social studies. Three research questions were raised and answered. And one hypothesis was formulated and tested at .05 level of significance in the study. The simple percentage and the t-test statistic were employed in the analysis of data. The result revealed that the dominant parenting style in Edo State was the Authoritative parenting style. The Authoritative parenting style had the highest influence on students’ academic performance in social studies. Therefore, parenting style influenced students’ academic performance social studies. Based on the findings, it was recommended that parents should be specifically encouraged to employ parenting style (authoritative) that was both high on responses and demands.

SCIENCE STUDENTS’ ASSESSMENT OF ICT-SUPPORTED PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS AND INTEGRITY CHALLENGES IN NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELLING

AYONOTE, Williams Elenode (Ph.D) — 2026-04-25

This study investigated science students’ assessment of ICT-supported practical examinations and the associated integrity challenges in Nigerian tertiary institutions using a descriptive survey research design. Three research questions guided the study and three null hypotheses were formulated and tested at .05 level of significance. Data were collected from a sample of 480 science-based undergraduate students drawn from a population of 1,125 students. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled ICT-Supported Practical Examination Integrity Questionnaire (ICTSPEIQ), which was validated by experts and demonstrated a high level of reliability (Cronbach’s Alpha = 0.82). Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and inferential statistics. The findings revealed that ICT-supported practical examinations improved efficiency, accessibility, and flexibility, but faced challenges related to authentication, supervision, and technological manipulation. Biometric verification and virtual proctoring were perceived as effective in enhancing integrity, while computerized practical platforms without robust monitoring were less effective. The study implies that integrating robust technological safeguards with institutional policies and monitoring frameworks can promote academic integrity in science-based assessments. It is recommended that tertiary institutions adopt biometric verification and virtual proctoring systems and strengthen infrastructure, staff capacity, and regulatory enforcement to ensure credible and reliable ICT-supported practical examinations.

RELEVANCE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN EDUCATION

ALLI, A. Z. — 2026-04-25

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has become an essential component of modern education systems as it has transformed the educational sector by improving teaching methods, enhancing student engagement and expanding access to knowledge. The integration of ICT in education has transformed traditional teaching methods, improved access to information and enhanced students’ engagement in learning activities. The integration has become one of the most transformative developments in the 21^st century. This opinion paper critically examined the relevance of ICT in education by exploring its contributions to teaching effectiveness, student engagement, accessibility, collaboration and institutional management. This paper presented a critical and analytical opinion on the relevance of ICT in education, arguing that while ICT has become indispensable in modern pedagogical practice, its effectiveness is not inherent but contingent upon the context of its application. However, challenges such as inadequate ICT infrastructure, limited technical skills among teachers and poor internet connectivity hinder the effective implementation of ICT in education. The paper concluded that ICT must be understood not merely as a technological intervention but as a socio-educational phenomenon whose success depended on human capacity, policy direction and strategic integration into existing educational systems. Thus, the paper recommended increased investment in ICT infrastructure, continuous professional training for teachers and the integration of ICT into educational policies to improve learning outcomes.

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND BUSINESS STUDIES TEACHERS’ ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOUR IN EDO STATE

Kennedy EDIAGBONYA — 2026-04-25

The necessity for the business to properly apply HRM practices has been influenced by the need to encourage good citizenship behaviour in the face of an unhealthy work environment. This study sought to determine the degree to which business studies teachers' organizational citizenship behaviour in Edo State is predicted by human resource management practices. To direct the investigation, four research questions and four related null hypotheses were developed. 309 business studies teachers in Edo State comprised the population. To determine the link between the study variables, a correlational survey methodology was employed. For this study, two questionnaires were adapted. The Cronbach alpha was used to assess the instrument's reliability, yielding the following reliability coefficients: human resource management practices =.81, and organizational citizenship behaviour =.87). The data was analyzed using regression analysis and Pearson Product Moment Correlation. The findings showed that organizational citizenship behaviour in Edo State was significantly predicted by recruitment and selection, training and development, and compensation. Additionally, the study found that organizational citizenship behaviour in Edo State was jointly predicted by recruitment and selection, training and development, and compensation. By examining HRM practices as important indicators of business studies teachers' organizational citizenship behaviour in Edo State, this study closes a gap. As a result, the study suggests that the teachers' compensation package should be given top priority.

PRINCIPALS’ INTERNAL INPUT VARIABLES AS CORRELATE OF TEACHERS’ JOB EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

ETU, Winifred Ngozi — 2026-04-25

This study investigated principals’ internal input variables as correlate of teachers’ job effectiveness in public senior secondary schools in Edo State, Nigeria. The study was guided by 2 research questions and 2 hypotheses were formulated and tested in the study. The study adopted the correlational research design. The population comprised 1,846 teachers in 296 public Senior Secondary Schools in Edo State, while a sample of 369 teachers (20%) was selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. In the first stage, information on schools and teachers was obtained from the Secondary Education Board, Benin City. In the second stage, 20% of schools and teachers were proportionately selected across the local government areas, giving a total sample of 369 teachers for the study. Two instruments were used for data collection: the Principals Input Variables Survey (PIVAS), which measured principals input variables being studied using weighted scores, and the Teachers’ Effectiveness Questionnaire (TEQ), which was completed by principals to rate teachers’ job effectiveness across general work behaviour, instructional tasks, and work relationships. The instruments were validated by experts and tested for reliability using Cronbach Alpha, yielding a coefficient of .70. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation for research questions, while hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient at .05 level of significance. The study revealed that principals’ supervision significantly correlate job effectiveness of teachers in public senior secondary schools in Edo State principals’ planning significantly correlates job effectiveness of teachers in public senior secondary schools in Edo State. Based on the findings, the study recommended among others that school principals in public senior secondary schools in Edo State should intensify and make more consistent their instructional supervision of teachers. This should include regular classroom observation, checking of lesson plans and notes and provision of constructive feedback to teachers in order to improve their instructional delivery and overall job effectiveness.

SCIENCE STUDENTS’ ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ICT TOOLS IN CONTROLLING EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE IN OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA

AYONOTE, Williams Elenode, PhD — 2026-04-25

This study assessed science students’ perceptions of the effectiveness of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools in controlling examination malpractice in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) universities in Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised 1,139 science students enrolled in selected study centres of the National Open University of Nigeria, from which a sample of 456 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling techniques. Data were collected using a structured instrument titled ICT Tools for Curbing Examination Malpractice Questionnaire (ICTCEMQ). The instrument was validated by experts in educational technology and measurement and evaluation, while reliability was established using the test–retest method, yielding a reliability coefficient of .81, indicating that the instrument was reliable. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation with a benchmark mean of 2.50 for decision making. The findings revealed that e-registration and authentication systems were perceived as effective in controlling examination malpractice, while SMS/internet tracking devices and CCTV surveillance were perceived as ineffective by science students. The findings imply that properly implemented ICT authentication technologies can significantly enhance examination integrity in ODL institutions. The study recommends the strengthening of biometric authentication systems, improved monitoring of CCTV infrastructure, and adoption of a multi-layered ICT-based examination security framework.

STRATEGIES FOR REPOSITIONING ESAN LANGUAGE FOR EVERYDAY USAGE IN EDO CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF EDO STATE OF NIGERIA

OSIME, S.E.A. — 2026-04-25

This paper examined the Esan language as an integral part of the Edoid group of languages, is spoken predominantly in Central Senatorial District of Edo State, Nigeria. The Esan language is a crucial marker of identity, culture, and history of the Esan people. However, in recent times, the language appeared to be seriously endangered due to a number of reasons among which are globalization, urbanization, and the dominance of English and Nigerian Pidgin in the Senatorial District. This paper interrogated the current status of Esan language, highlights the sociolinguistic challenges undermining its survival, and recommends strategies for repositioning the language within contemporary Nigerian society and global interplay. Drawing on theories of language maintenance and Fishman’s model of reversing language shift, the paper argues for a multi-dimensional approach involving education, cultural mobilization, government policy, and evolving creative industries. The study concluded that revitalization of Esan language in the preservation of Nigeria’s linguistic and cultural diversity is key.

TEACHERS’ INPUT VARIABLES AS CORRELATE OF TEACHERS’ JOB EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

ETU, Winifred Ngozi — 2026-04-25

The study investigated teachers’ input variables as correlate of teachers’ job effectiveness in public senior secondary schools in Edo State, Nigeria. The study was guided with three research questions and two hypotheses were formulated and tested in the study. The study adopted the correlational research design. The population comprised 1,846 teachers in 296 public Senior Secondary Schools in Edo State, while a sample of 369 teachers (20%) was selected using a multi-stage sampling technique. In the first stage, information on schools and teachers was obtained from the Secondary Education Board, Benin City. In the second stage, 20% of schools and teachers were proportionately selected across the local government areas, giving a total sample of 369 teachers for the study. Two instruments were used for data collection: the Teachers Input Variables Survey (SIVAS), which measured teachers’ educational qualification and years of teaching experience using weighted scores, and the Teachers’ Effectiveness Questionnaire (TEQ), which was completed by principals to rate teachers’ job effectiveness across general work behaviour, instructional tasks, and work relationships. The instruments were validated by experts and tested for reliability using Cronbach Alpha, yielding a coefficient of .70. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation for research questions, while hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient at .05 level of significance. The study revealed that the level of job effectiveness of teachers in public senior secondary schools in Edo State was low, years of teaching experience significantly correlate with job effectiveness of teachers in public senior secondary schools in Edo State and educational qualifications significantly correlate job effectiveness of teachers in public senior secondary schools in Edo State. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that the government and relevant education authorities in Edo State should organize regular in-service training, workshops, and professional development programmes for teachers in public senior secondary schools to improve their instructional skills, work behaviour, and overall job effectiveness.

DIGITAL INSTRUCTIONAL CONTENT DEVELOPMENT SKILLS AS PREDICTOR OF SCIENCE TEACHERS’ INSTRUCTIONAL PRODUCTIVITY IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

Aderonmu, Temitope S. B. — 2026-04-26

The increasing integration of digital technologies in education and the necessity for science teachers’ to effectively develop digital instructional content to enhance their instructional productivity is critical in the present digital age. This study investigated digital instructional content development skills as predictors of science teachers’ instructional productivity in secondary schools in Ogun State, Nigeria. Two research questions and two hypotheses were raised and posited to guide the study. A correlational survey research design was adopted. The population comprised all science teachers in public secondary schools, from which a sample of 109 teachers was selected using a multistage sampling technique. Data were collected using a researcher developed instrument titled “Digital Instructional Content Development Skills and Instructional Productivity Questionnaire” (DICDSIPQ) with reliability coefficients of .76. Data were analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation and multiple regression analysis at the .05 level of significance. The results revealed significant positive correlations between the components of digital instructional content development skills and instructional productivity, with Technical and Pedagogical Integration Skills showing the highest correlation (r = .741). Multiple regression analysis indicated that the predictor variables jointly accounted for 66% of the variance in instructional productivity (R = .81, R² = .66, Adjusted R² = .65), [F(5, 103) = 79.21, p < .001]. Technical and Pedagogical Integration Skills (β = .341, p < .001) emerged as the strongest predictor. The implication of the findings is that strengthening science teachers’ digital instructional content development skills can significantly enhance their instructional productivity and overall effectiveness in secondary school classrooms. The study concluded that digital instructional content development skills significantly predict science teachers’ instructional productivity and recommended targeted professional development interventions.

HOUSEHOLD RESOURCE ALLOCATION EFFICIENCY AND FAMILY WELLBEING OUTCOMES IN ESAN WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE, NIGERIA: A HOME ECONOMICS ANALYSIS

OKOSUN, C. J. — 2026-04-26

This study examined the efficiency of household resource allocation and its impact on family well-being in Esan West Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria. Four research questions were raised for the study. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 400 households selected through stratified random sampling across urban, semi-urban, and rural communities. A structured questionnaire captured socio-demographics, household income and expenditure, time and labor allocation, and indicators of well-being, including child school attendance, nutritional adequacy, healthcare access, and subjective satisfaction. Resource allocation efficiency was measured using a Household Resource Allocation Efficiency Index (HRAEI), while family well-being was assessed with a Household Well-Being Index (HWI). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple regression to explore the relationship between HRAEI and HWI and identify socio-demographic moderators.

The results indicate that most households operate at moderate efficiency, with higher HRAEI scores significantly associated with improved well-being outcomes (r = .68, p < .01). Regression analysis showed that a 10% increase in HRAEI corresponds to a 7% increase in HWI, with education and household size acting as significant moderators. Gender and age had limited influence, while cultural norms, especially women’s roles in household management, shaped allocation patterns. The study highlights the need for Home Economics interventions to improve budgeting, time, and labor management skills and for policy measures supporting resource-constrained households. By linking efficiency metrics with multidimensional well-being, this research provides a practical framework for evaluating household resource management and contributes to the empirical literature on rural Nigerian household economics.

COMPARATIVE EFFECTS OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELLING TECHNIQUES ON SPATIAL ABILITY DEVELOPMENT AMONG BUILDING DRAWING STUDENTS’ IN TECHNICAL COLLEGES IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

ENESI, F. — 2026-04-30

This study investigated the effects of three-dimensional physical and digital modeling on spatial ability among Vocational I Students’ offering building drawing in Technical Colleges in Edo State, Nigeria using a non-equivalent quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group design. The study was guided by three research questions; three hypotheses were formulated and tested at .05 level of significance. The population consisted of all the 216 (156 males and 60 females). Purposive sampling was utilized to select three technical colleges consisting of 125 students (90 males and 35). The students were randomly assigned to conventional teaching method, 3D physical modelling and 3D digital modelling treatments respectively. Instruments used for data collection were: 3D graphics implemented were in terms of the current curriculum of the subject of Building drawing; Spatial Ability Test (SAT) was adopted from a series of standardized test for Spatial Ability (SA) administered to assess students’ level of spatial ability before and after treatment. The tests included and limited to Mental Cutting Test (MCT), Spatial Relations Test (SRT) and Purdue Spatial Rotation (PSR). For the experimental groups, students had a total of 15 hours training in three weeks on 3D digital modeling in the design studio with Google SketchUp free version and 12 hours training on the physical modelling with cardboard, straw board and adhesive agent to produce 3D paper or physical modeling. The students were not yet familiar with CAD software nor material modeling before the exercise. The results of the post-test indicated that there is a significant difference between the spatial ability levels acquired by the treatment groups taught with 3D physical modelling and 3D digital modelling respectively, compared to the control group using only the conventional method of pen-on-paper 3D model drawing. However, regardless of the models used, the improvement is quite similar over the treatment groups without any significant difference. The study recommended among others that teachers should incorporate both physical and digital modelling activities more consistently into classroom practice.

STUDIES IN EDUCATION

EFFECT OF APPLICATION OF MOBILE LEARNING ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN CARPENTRY AND JOINERY CRAFT IN EDO STATE TECHNICAL COLLEGES

DEBT FINANCING AS PREDICTOR OF RETURN ON EQUITY AMONG MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

ABSORBING BEST GRADUATING STUDENTS INTO CIVIL SERVICE: A STRATEGIC APPROACH TO PUBLIC SECTOR DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AS PREDICTORS OF BUSINESS STUDIES TEACHERS’ AFFECTIVE COMMITMENT IN EDO STATE

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES, WORK ENGAGEMENT, JOB PERFORMANCE AND JOB SATISFACTION AMONG TECHNICAL COLLEGE TEACHERS

A SCOPING REVIEW OF THE SYNERGY BETWEEN HOME ECONOMICS AND EDUCATION

THE ROLE OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOCIAL SKILLS AMONG UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN DELTA STATE

PERCEPTION OF STAFF AND STUDENTS OF TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN OYO TOWN ON NUTRITION EDUCATION AS A CORRELATE FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

MATERNAL OCCUPATION AND NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AS CORRELATES OF ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN HOME ECONOMICS IN ETSAKO EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

INTEGRATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE INTO THE BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAMMES: A PANACEA FOR BUILDING A TECHNOLOGICAL DRIVEN WORKFORCE

MATERNAL ATTRIBUTES AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN HOME ECONOMICS IN ETSAKO EAST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF EDO STATE

INFLUENCE OF PARENTING STYLES ON SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN SOCIAL STUDIES IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

SCIENCE STUDENTS’ ASSESSMENT OF ICT-SUPPORTED PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS AND INTEGRITY CHALLENGES IN NIGERIAN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS: IMPLICATIONS FOR COUNSELLING

RELEVANCE OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN EDUCATION

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES AND BUSINESS STUDIES TEACHERS’ ORGANIZATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOUR IN EDO STATE

PRINCIPALS’ INTERNAL INPUT VARIABLES AS CORRELATE OF TEACHERS’ JOB EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

SCIENCE STUDENTS’ ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF ICT TOOLS IN CONTROLLING EXAMINATION MALPRACTICE IN OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING (ODL) UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA

STRATEGIES FOR REPOSITIONING ESAN LANGUAGE FOR EVERYDAY USAGE IN EDO CENTRAL SENATORIAL DISTRICT OF EDO STATE OF NIGERIA

TEACHERS’ INPUT VARIABLES AS CORRELATE OF TEACHERS’ JOB EFFECTIVENESS IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

DIGITAL INSTRUCTIONAL CONTENT DEVELOPMENT SKILLS AS PREDICTOR OF SCIENCE TEACHERS’ INSTRUCTIONAL PRODUCTIVITY IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OGUN STATE, NIGERIA

HOUSEHOLD RESOURCE ALLOCATION EFFICIENCY AND FAMILY WELLBEING OUTCOMES IN ESAN WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE, NIGERIA: A HOME ECONOMICS ANALYSIS

COMPARATIVE EFFECTS OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL MODELLING TECHNIQUES ON SPATIAL ABILITY DEVELOPMENT AMONG BUILDING DRAWING STUDENTS’ IN TECHNICAL COLLEGES IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

HOUSEHOLD RESOURCE ALLOCATION EFFICIENCY AND FAMILY WELLBEING OUTCOMES IN ESAN WEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, EDO STATE, NIGERIA: A HOME ECONOMICS ANALYSIS