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A collaborative approach to graduate preparation in higher institutions for global economy in Nigeria
(Serials Publications, New Delhi, India, 2014-06) Babatunde, E. O.; Elemide, B. O.
As the world becomes a global village, one expects that a young graduate will, exhibits, integrate and apply the knowledge-of technology effectively to solve societal problems. Barents, employers, and people at the corridor of power are interested in the quality of output provided by the universities. All of these expectations fall short in the quality of graduates that are- turned out in Nigeria. Institutional -leaders who hire hew graduates for various positions, 'analysts of higher education, and potential administrative staff raise questions about the appropriateness of graduate preparation for the changing workplace contexts. Without doubt, individuals expected to replace retiring workforce must demonstrate a wider array of talents than their predecessors, as well as higher levels of productivity. In this context, the experiences of these new graduates are characterized by stress, pressure, inefficiency ineffectiveness and uncertainty that made them unfit for the work available. It is therefore the aim. of this paper to address the question of whether or not the graduate preparation process is adequate and appropriate, and whether there will be provision of industrious and efficient graduates if higher institutions collaborate with community. The study is a survey type. A multistage sampling technique was used to select fifteen universities and three hundred participants. One instrument, Graduate Preparation Process Questionnaire (GPPQ) was administered to collect data from participants. The result revealed that 87% agreed that the learning period is adequate for producing quality, graduates. Moreover, 92% agreed that the curriculum is long overdue for review while majority of the participants 86% agreed that the academic environment is not conducive for learning. Lastly, 64% agreed that collaborative efforts with communities will bring about provision of quality graduates. It is recommended that innovative approach by higher institutions should be implemented to remove barriers to academic excellence and demonstration of skills sufficient enough for engagement in labour market.
Approaches to solving problems encountered by teachers and students in secondary school biology practical class in Nigeria
(Institute of Education, University of Ibadan on-behalf of Participating West Africa Universities and Ministries of Education, 2014) Babatunde, E. O.
Science is valuable both in acquisition of knowledge and in vocational training. The role played' by science cannot be overemphasized as the bedrock on which the bulk of present technological innovations are built. Biology is a science subject that deals with all living things and their existence as well as relationship with non-living things. In spite of the importance of the subject, students had shown continuous under achievement in the subject in secondary school level over the years which can be attributed to poor performance in practical examination. This study, investigated problems encountered by teachers and students in practical biology among secondary school students in Nigeria. Four research hypotheses were tested at 0.05 significance of difference. The study adopts an ex-post facto research design. Sample consisted of One thousand and three hundred (1,300) students and One hundred and thirty (130) Biology teachers from the selected schools. Two validated instruments: Biology Teachers Questionnaire on Practical Work (0.78) and Students Questionnaire on Practical Work in Biology (0.82) were used. Data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. There is a significant difference in the perception of problems encountered in practical work in Biology by both teachers and students (t= 9.052, degree of freedom, df = 211; p< 0.05). Moreover, there is no significant relationships between teachers’ and students’ perception of problems encountered in practical work in Biology (r=-0.031, p>.05). Findings from the study are an eye opener to the problems encountered by teachers and students in practical biology. Regular seminar and workshops should be organized for teachers so as to incorporate into them new ideas and innovation for effective practical teaching.
Assessing determinants of students’ achievement in senior secondary school biology
(Institute of Education, University of Ibadan on-behalf of Participating West Africa Universities and Ministries of Education, 2018) Babatunde, E. O.; Elemide, B. O.
The study is a correlational research type. The sample for the study comprised 200 respondents from 5 public schools in Ibadan North West Local Government Area of Oyo State. Three instruments namely: Parental Role Scale (a =0.71), Grasha-Riechmann Student Learning Style Scale (a = 0.87) and Biology Achievement Test (KR20 = 0.88) were used to collect data from the respondents and data collected were analyzed using multiple regression analysis. Results indicated that a statistically significant linear relationship exists between the predictor variables (parental roles and students learning style) and the criterion variable (students’ academic achievement in biology). Parental roles accounted for 4.9% of the variance in students’ achievement in biology while learning styles account for 4% of the total variance observed in students’ achievement in biology. Based on the findings, it is recommended that parents should be deeply committed to activities that connect with the schooling process of their children to foster academic achievement.
Assessment of adult awareness and perception of covid-19 vaccines on health status of urban dwellers in Nigeria
(2016) Babatunde, E. O.
The outbreak of coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly inflicted a danger on health, economy and social relations globally covering the six continents and around 2.7 million people had died after contracting the respiratory virus. The global pandemic has necessitated some drastic measures to curb its spread. It is uncertain whether these measures are known and their perception about the measures cannot be ascertained. This study assessed the awareness and perception of COVID-19 vaccine on the health status of urban adult dwellers in Nigeria. The four research questions that guided the study. The study employed correlational research type of non-experimental design. Purposive sampling technique was used to sample 300 participants that took part in the study. Only participants that had taken the COVID-19 vaccine were included in the study. One instrument, Adult Awareness and Perception of Covid-19 Vaccines on Health Status Questionnaire (APCVHSQ) with Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient 0.85 was used for data collection. Data collected was analysed using descriptive statistic of frequency, percentages and mean as well as thematic analysis. The result revealed that majority of the adult population are aware of the various measures embarked upon to curb the spread of the virus (2.50<3.07). Moreover, adult population in Nigeria perception of covid-19 vaccine prevalence was relatively negative (2.50<2.60). In addition, majority 249 (81.6%) of the adult population believed that their health conditions were not worsened after taken Covid- 19 vaccine while 261 (84.2%) of the adult population in Nigeria did not find it difficult to cope with their daily activities after the vaccination. 48.4% had the higher cases of malaria associated with Covid-19 vaccination. It is suggested that more awareness campaign should be embarked upon by the agency responsible for mobilization to reduce the negative attitude of COVID-19 vaccine among the adult population.
Assessment of good practices in blended learning as an institutional approach for enhancing students’ learning experiences in higher institution
(Educational Assessment & Research Network in Africa (EARNiA), 2015) Babatunde, E. O.
Methods used for teaching and learning have been found to directly affect and substantially enhance students' learning experiences but the extent to how good practices in blended learning has enhanced student learning experiences in higher institutions has not been sufficiently examined. This study assesses good practices in blended learning as an institutional approach for enhancing students learning experiences in higher institution. Mixed method was adopted for the study (qualitative and quantitative approach) qualitative approach made use of structural interview conducted on twenty coordinators and lecturers while the structured questionnaire titled “Good Practices in Blended Learning Questionnaire ” constructed by the researcher was pilot tested that yielded Cronbach Alpha reliability of r=. 79 was used for data collection. Simple random sampling technique was used to select 250 University of Ibadan Distance Learning students. Data collected from interview was analyzed using thematic approach while quantitative data was analyzed using independent t-test. The result shows a significant mean difference between face to face (M-9.87, S.D. =1.96) and on-line interaction (M = 5.40, S.D-1.91) in cooperation among student (t=2.334, p<0:05). Also, a significant mean difference exist between on-line (M= 7.95, S.D=1.96) and face to face interaction (M=13.30, S.D. =1.66) in course satisfaction among the students (t= 17.87, p<.05). Individual differences does not significantly influence student's learning in both on-line (M=8.50, S.D. = 67) and traditional face to face (M=8.31, S.D. =1.22) interaction (t = 1.87, p<.05). Thematic analysis revealed that range of learning resources; lectures, power point presentation among others were provided to support online quizzes, and class exercise. Hence, blended learning environment is judiciously implemented and hold promise for students learning achievement.
Assessment of health implications of violence among secondary school students in Ibadan North Local Government Area of Oyo state, Nigeria
(Nigerian School Health Association (NSHA), 2015) Babatunde, E. O.
Children experience violence in their homes schools, and from other children. Often times, they are subjected to violence, in the guise of discipline. This study assessed the health implication of violence among secondary school students in Ibadan North Local government Area of Oyo State, Nigeria. Two research questions were raised and answered. A sample of 500 secondary school students participated in the study. The data collected with Learners Questionnaire (LQ) with reliability coefficient of 0.78 were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics set at p<0.05 level of significance. The results showed that corporal/physical violence (85%) is the most prevalent violence, followed by sexual violence (64%). The significant implication of violence on the health of students was t-(498), -84.67. It was recommended that efforts should be made to engage health education officials, teachers, students, parents, and community leaders to make the school a healthy place.
Assessment of parental drug addiction, abuse and misuse on children self-esteem in southwest Nigeria
(Institute of Education, University of Ibadan and Department of Health Education University of Ibadan, Ibadan, 2021-01) Babatunde, E. O.; Odokhekpen, V.
Drug is any chemical substance which when taking interact with tissues to modify the biochemical process such as perceptions, cognition, mood, behaviour and general body functions. It is a major public health concern that impacts not just the user but also the user's family and-is becoming increasingly problematic in Nigeria. The study evaluated parental drug addiction, drug abuse and drug misuse on children self-esteem in Nigeria. Four research questions were answered using ex-post facto research type. Population comprised all addicted parents in Southwest, Nigeria. Fisher’s formula was used to sample 400 participants. Three instruments; Drug Addiction Prevalence Questionnaire (DAPQ), r-0.78, Drug Addiction Effect on Children Questionnaire (DAECQ), r=0.80 and Rosenberg Self-esteem Scale (RSS), r-0.83 were used for data collection. Data collected was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics at 0.05 level of significance. Result revealed that 175(43,8%) males were addicted, 39% and 14.5% abuse and misuse drug respectively. There was significant relationship of the three independent variables: parental drug addiction (r = 0.259, p < 0.05), drug abuse (r =.698, p < 0.05) and drug misuse (r = .151, p < 0.05) on children self- ' esteem. The entire independent variables: parental drug addiction (fi =0.205, t = 6.512, p < 0.05), drug abuse (fi = 0.300, t - 8.431, p < 0,05) and drug misuse (f - 0,119, t = 4,069, p < 0.05) contributed significantly. The result showed that the effect constitutes one of the most deadly menaces faced by Nigerians today that must be eradicated. The-study recommends aggressive sensitization programmes.
Assessment of the monitoring and evaluation team of oyo state agency for the control of adds
(Nigerian School Health Association (NSHA), 2016-01) Babatunde, E. O.; Jinadu, A. B.
This study analysed the monitoring and evaluation officers of Oyo State Agency for the Control of Aids (QYSACA) to enable improvements in HIV programming in Oyo State and other parts of Nigeria. It was a correlation research which treated three research questions. Simple random sampling and purposive sampling techniques were used for selecting 33 persons and managers of the local action committees on AIDS used for the study. The Assessment of State Monitoring and Evaluation team’s Knowledge - ASOMEK (KR(20)= 0.73) was the instrument used for data collection, which were-then analysed using descriptive statistics t-test and ANOVA at 0.05 level of significance. The study found no significant difference between the performance, of male and female members of the monitoring and evaluation team in the capacity building workshop. But there was significant difference in, the performance of M&E team based on- their educational qualifications f(6.26) - 3.425; p<0.05. Holders of BSc : (Nursing) performed, better (x=13.18) than both ordinary and higher diploma holders in public health (x=13.00). It was recommended that, an M&E work plan .be developed and that it should articulate the roles and responsibilities of ail in a participatory-manner.
Attitude of athletes to availability, accessibility and utilization of information and communication technology for increased sports performance among Nigerian universities
(Association of Educational Researchers and Evaluators of Nigeria (ASSEREN), 2015) Babatunde, E. O.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in sports is the knowledge and application of using specialized equipment and the latest modern technologies to perform tasks more efficiently. Literature review found there are rare successful instructional cases of integrating information technology into sport currently in Nigeria. Majority of the published research concentrated on the development of software or on the design of interactive learning platforms without assessing their influence on sport performance. However, in Nigeria, despite the huge potential offered by ICT, the actual use for improved sport performance among athletes seems low Therefore, this study examined Attitude of Athletes to Availability, Accessibility and Utilization of ICT tools for increased Sports Performance in Nigerian Universities. Four research questions were raised and answered in the stud}’. The study adopted non-experimental descriptive survey design. Multistage sampling techniques were used to select 18 Universities from Federal, State and Private, ten sports and 1,800 athletes. Simple random sampling technique was used to select one Federal, State and Private from the six geo-political zones. Three instruments were used to elicit information from respondents. Data collected was subjected to statistical analysis using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The result shows that athletes in Nigeria Universities were aware of what ICT is all about and their attitude to its integration into sport is positive (1,152 or 64.0%) and 1,008 (56%) was of the opinion that it can produce world class athletes. Gender was found to slightly influence attitude (x=50.2I, std error=1.11). University type was found to influence ICT for increased sport performance significantly (x=49.06, std error-1.23). Moreover, correlation between availability and utilization of ICT tools for increased sport performance was high and significant (r=.023, p>0.05). Universities should invest in sports development by providing needed ICT tools and athletes are to sustain this attitude to improve our sport rankings in the world. Government at levels should expose athletes to international competition.
Creative physical and health education as a tool for character training among secondary school students in Nigeria
(West African Journal of Education 34, pp. 140-149, 2014) Babatunde, E. O.
A strong belief exists that Physical and Health Education (PHE) have the power to promote the development of behaviors, ethical decision-making skills, and a total curriculum for moral character development as well as providing a social environment to acquire personal and social values and behaviors contributing to good character and good citizenship. There is dearth of empirical research supporting that participation in PHE leads to character training. However, Creative PHE has immense power to shape consciousness, values, and beliefs of students that could be passed on to selected aspects of the dominant culture. This paper therefore discusses the formal and informal processes of character training among Secondary School Students in Nigeria. Character training is seen in two different ways which are moral and social values which include loyalty, sacrifice, good citizenship, dedication, healthful living and cleanliness, while moral values include honesty, fairness, fair play, justice, and responsibility. Social values, which are highly esteemed in our society, are about the real world and how society views the importance of social character. Social values are positive assets but must be tempered by moral values. Character training through PHE should be systematic and involve formal and informal processes. Creative PHE provided powerful contexts for the teaching and learning of good moral habits and for this to succeed, students need both thinking and reasoning programmes, role models, a supportive environment, and the strong moral/philosophical commitment of community members, parents, teachers, students and the media.
Cumulative physical activities as correlates of fitness and health status of secondary school students
(2011) Babatunde, E. O.
Fundamental motor skill ability has been found to be positively related to performance in physical activity. Physical inactivity on the other hand, has [become a major public health concern, contributing to the chronic, non-communicable disease, epidemic. The rate of inactivity and lack of physical fitness prevalent in adolescents most often result in cardiovascular diseases which, had led to deaths of many adolescents at their prime age due to heart failure attributed to poor fitness and health. This study, therefore, assessed the) impact of cumulative physical activities, Health Enhancing Physical Activity (HEPA) and Recreation and Light Physical Activity (RLPA) on the fitness and health status of secondary school students. This study was a correlational type. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed in selecting two local governments, ten schools and 170 senior secondary school-students from Ibadan North and Ibadan North East Local Government Areas, Oyo State. The fort instruments used for data collection to answer the seven research questions, using test-retest reliability coefficient were: Exercise, Recreation and Sports Survey Questionnaire (r=0.82), Physical Activity Classification Questionnaire (r = 0,74). Anthropometric and Blood Pressure Characteristics Package (r = 0.80) and Fitness Test of Battery Package (r - = 0.68). Data were analyzed using mean, percentages and multiple regressions. The level of significance was set at P<0.05. Gender, HEPA and RLPA showed no significant influence, while age had a significant relative influence on body composition, (β=17, t = 2.20; P<0.05). There was a significant relationship of cumulative physical activity on physical fitness (r = .03; P<0.05). Moreover, only gender had significant relationship on physical fitness (β = -3.04, P<0.05). There was a significant relationship of cumulative physical activity and blood pressure (r = 0.015; P<0.05). There was an inverse relationship between body mass, age, gender and physical activities, while physical fitness increases in relation to increased physical activity.
Economic status and leisure time as indices of recreational sports participation among selected members of Ibadan recreation club, Ibadan, Nigeria
(Nigeria Association of Sports Science and Medicine., 2016-08) Balogun, I. I.; Babatunde, E. O.
The recent emphasis on well-being of corporate employees and every individual may not be unconnected with the problems of global prevalence of physical inactivity, causing millions of death worldwide and Nigeria is not an exception. Consequently, recreation has been recognized as the most identified remedy to the problems of physical inactivity and other health related problems brought about by daily exigencies among the general public, especially corporate employees. Therefore, this study was embarked upon to investigate economic status and leisure time as indices of recreational sports participation among selected members of Ibadan Recreation Club, Ibadan, Nigeria. Two hundred (200) (58%) regular participants were purposively selected from the total of three hundred and fifty (350) registered members. Self- developed, structured and validated questionnaire with reliability coefficient of 0.87 was used to generate data. The questionnaire was analyzed using inferential statistics of chi-square (2) of contingency table to test the hypotheses at 0.05 levels of significance. The findings revealed that the two hypotheses tested were significant (2=247.4; p<0.05 and 2=30G.2;p<0.05). This implies that economic status and leisure-time highly influenced positively the participation in recreational sports among selected members of Ibadan Recreation Club, Ibadan, Nigeria. The study concluded with some recommendations in anticipation that if implemented, may help to encourage and promote affordable recreation opportunities for mass participation in recreational sports activities for healthy living.
Effect of climate change on the health status of children in South West Nigeria
(This Volume of the AlMS published in collaboration with The Department of Computer Science, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, 2015-06) Babatunde, E. O.
Children' represent a particularly vulnerable group drat is likely to suffer disproportionately from both direct and indirect adverse health effects of climate change. Conservative environmental estimates of die impact of climate change that are already in process indicate that they-will result in numerous health effects to children. The study examined the effect of climate change on die health status of-children in Southwest Nigeria. One; hundred and twenty medical practitioners and two hundred and sixty parents of affected children were randomly sampled from ten health facilities in Oyo, Ogun, Osun and Lagos States Data were collected through interview schedule and structured questionnaire. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment Correlation at p < .0.05 level of significance. The result of die study indicated that 53.0% of die severely affected children are boys .and a significant relationship between climate change on gender (r-0.228, p-0.022 α-0.05). There was no significant relationship between age and climate change. More than half of die parents (87.0%). do not have access to adequate information on die negative effect of climate change on their children It was recommended that adaptation agenda that focuses on die realities of children’s health be pursued vigorously from die homes to die Federal government levels. Parents should be educated through print and electronic media on die need to plant trees to combat die effect of die ozone layers depletion.
Effect of industrial actions-induced psychological stress on academic performance of students In Nigerian universities
(Positive Psychology Association of Nigeria with headquarters in University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 2021-06) Babatunde, E. O.
The effect of repeated disruptions of teaching and learning on students’ academic performance can better be imagined than described. Tertiary institutions, the engine room for the workforce in Nigeria has thus suffered tremendous setbacks as a result of industrial actions. The study investigated the effect of stress caused by industrial actions on student academic performance of Nigerian Universities. This study was guided by three research questions and one hypothesis. The descriptive survey method was adopted for the study. The target population for this study consists of all undergraduates from universities in South-west Nigeria. The purposive sampling technique was used to sample six federal universities as the group is the most affected by the industrial actions. From each university, a proportionate to size sampling technique was used to select 1,220 off-campus students that participated in the study. Four instruments used for data collection are Psychological Effect of Strike Questionnaire (PESQ), 1-0.82, Spielberger’s State Anger Scale (SSAS), r=0,78, Hopkins Symptom Checklist Anxiety Scale (HSCAS), r=0.84 and General Study Achievement Test (GSAT), r=0.87. The result indicates that there is a composite relationship (β =0.75, p<0.05) between psychological stress and academic performance. It also reveals that all the psychological factors, anger (β=0.27, t=6.37), anxiety (β =0.16, t=3.50), self- efficacy (β =0.11, t=3.90), student plan (β =0.04, t=l.21) contributed significantly to the prediction of student academic performance. It is therefore recommended that all stakeholders must understand the grievous effect of strike on student academic performance and should therefore imbibe the spirit of collective bargaining.
Effectiveness of contingency management and systematic desensitisation as behaviour modification techniques in reducing food consumption among obese students in south west Nigeria
(Educational Assessment & Research Network in Africa, 2016) Babatunde, E. O.; Ajibade, I. V.
Effects of two methods of teaching badminton strokes on skill performance of children
(2014-01) Babatunde, E. O.
This study investigated effects of two teaching styles on leaching badminton strokes on skill performance of children ages 8-11 years. A sample of 120 boys was randomly selected from a population of 310 volunteers in a private school in Ikoyi. Lagos State. Nigeria. Forty children each from this group were then randomly assigned to form two treatment groups and one control group who participated in the study using three teachers and three different styles. The teaching styles: command/practice. reciprocal and guided discover) were selected from spectrum. An experimental pre-test- post-test-control group design was employed in which the effects of the two treatments were examined under laboratory-like conditions. The teaching behaviours were measured using a computer-coding system devised for Ames's guidelines on how to create a mastery climate with the significant level at p<0.05. The two experimental groups were subjected to the treatment while the control group was exposed to placebo. Results revealed that the treatments groups with repeated measures on the trials factor yielded a significant main effect on the entry behaviour F (2.117) = 190.28. P.<0.05 for overhead dear and within the treatment groups, pre-to-mid-test differences were all found to be significant P<0.05. (6.26. 7.84) for underarm stroke and (0.76. 8.87) for overhead clear. Practice style proved to be an effective instructional strategy (pre M = 6.70, mid M = 9.43. post M = 15.98) for Underarm stroke and (pre M = 6.38. mid M = 8.35. post M = 17.20) for overhead clear respectively as this treatment group showed considerable progress from the pre-test to post-test. These results showed that the reciprocal and the practice styles are effective in enhancing pupils' performance and learning development in primary school physical education.
Evaluation of home type, abuse prevalence and care- perception on physical and emotional health among elderly people in South West, Nigera
(Department of Educational Management University of Ibadan, 2014-01) Babatunde, E. O.; Oyegbade, M. T. O.
Many countries may encounter a demographic change where the number of elderly people will increase. As a result, the number of very old people needing care, services and medical assistance will increase; Care in the private home is often described as providing the best alternative for many elderly people. The aim of this study was to evaluate elderly people's home type, different form of abuse experienced, perceptions of how they are cared for and its effect on their physical and emotional health. The was a survey research adopting expost facto research design. Multistage sampling technique was used to sample Three hundred and sixty elderly people living in a private home that participated in this study. Three instruments: Elderly Persons Care- Perception Questionnaire (EGPQ),r=0.87, Elderly Abuse Prevalence Questionnaire (EAPQ) r = 0.88 and A structured Interview with inter- rater reliability of 0.93 was used to collect data. Descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and Multiple Regression Analysis was used to determine possible effect among variables. The result revealed a positive and significant relationship between abuse prevalence, carer perception (6 = 0.247, t(629) = 6.383, P < 0.05), Care-Perception (6 = - .047, t = .55, and physical and emotional health. Furthermore, nearly a quarter or 25% reported significant levels of psychological abuse of neglect which affected their physical and emotional health. It is therefore recommended that strategies to monitor abuse among elderly people be put in place while arrangement is made for public home caregivers to reduce prevalence of abuse.
Evaluation of teachers and students perception of problems encountered in biology laboratory class in senior secondary schools in Nigeria
(Department of Educational Management, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, 2016-06) Babatunde, E. O.
Science innovations and their uses in economic, industry, communication, agriculture and medicine have reconstructed the lives, attitude and habit of most mankind during the last century. In this scientific and technological age, no citizen can function effectively without basic scientific literacy and. elementary skills .as health of millions of people in Nigeria depends on medical practitioners who use their knowledge and attitude derived from the study of practical biology to save the lives of people suffering from diseases. Despite the importance of practical oriented subjects, little efforts had been made by researchers to evaluate the problems associated with teachers and students perception of practical biology in secondary schools. This study evaluated teachers and students perception of problems encountered in practical biology in senior secondary schools in Nigeria. Three hypotheses are formulated, and tested in the study. This is survey research. Fifty teachers and two hundred students are involved in the study. Two instruments: Teachers Problems Perception of Practical Biology Questionnaire and Students. Problem Perception of Practical Biology Questionnaire, with reliability coefficient of 0.96 and 0:89 respectively. Data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics at p<0.05 level of significance. Result revealed a significant difference in the perception of problems encountered in Practical Biology by male and female students ((t=~2.179, df = 198, P<.05) but there was no significant difference between male and female teachers' perception of problems encountered in practical Biology ((t=0.723, df = 48, P>.05). Moreover, the result shows a significant difference in the perception of problems encountered in practical Biology by both teachers and students (t= 9.052, df = 248; P< 0.05} but no significant relationships between teachers' and students' perception of problems encountered in practical Biology (r=-0.031, P>0.05). It is recommended that each period of Biology class should be doubled to facilitate teaching-learning in theory and practical while seminars and workshop should be regularly organized for teachers to build their capacity.
Evaluation of universal basic education quality indicators towards solid foundation for education in Nigeria
(International Association for Innovations in Educational Assessment, 2023-06) Babatunde, E. O.; Odetunde, A. A.
Nigeria was granted independence by the British in the year 1960. It took some time before her educational system was developed as Nigeria operated an educational policy inherited from Britain which was not sustainable to take Nigeria to the Promised Land. This notwithstanding, the foundations were laid for a new policy. From available literature, school enrolment ratio in primary school was as high as 80%, but dropped to a mere 25% by the time children reached secondary school. Education infrastructure deteriorated and neglected as classrooms, laboratories, workshops, sporting facilities, equipment, libraries were in a state of total decay. The physical condition of most public schools was seen to be pathetic. This study assessed the Universal Basic Education Quality indicators towards Solid Foundation for Education in Nigeria. Four research questions was raised and answered. Two structured and validated instruments were used for data collection from three hundred basic education teachers and thirty UBEC staff. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that the Antecedent Indicators (AI) and the Transaction Indicators (Tl) evaluated in this study was statistically significant {F(l 83,299) = 2.295, p = .000, a = 0.05}. It is recommended that adequate attention in quantitative and qualitative terms as at when due should be given to them to ensure that the universal conception of Universal Basic Education scheme and its attendant objectives are not only achieved but improved upon at all times.
Human and material resources availability and utilization as correlates of students’ achievements in secondary school Yoruba language
(Institute of Education, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, 2016) Abijo, J. A.; Babatunde, E. O.
The study evaluated the availability and utilization of human and teaching-learning materials as correlates of students' achievements in secondary school Yoruba language. The sample size consisted of 50 Yoruba language teachers schools were selected through multi-stage sampling technique. Three research questions guided the study with three valid and reliable instruments namely: Yoruba language Achievement Test (r =075); Yoruba Language Teachers Resource Utilization Observation Scale (r = 075); and Level of Availability of Materials and Human Resources Checklist (r =. 083). The data collected were analyzed using frequency count, percentage and descriptive statistics multiple regression. The study revealed that many public schools are poorly staffed and poorly structured with little or no material resources availability which negatively affect teaching and learning of Yoruba Language in Nigeria secondary schools. The paper was concluded with recommendation that government should make human resources available in schools. Materials resources should be provided by government, for teachers and students to facilitate effective teaching-learning of Yoruba language in Nigeria schools.