Scientific Journal of Educational Management, Research and law
The Scientific Journal of Educational Management, Research, and Law is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to the exploration and dissemination of research in the fields of educational administration, educational policy, and legal issues in education. The journal provides a platform for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to share innovative research findings, theoretical insights, and practical applications that address current challenges and future trends in educational management and law. By fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and promoting evidence-based practices, the journal aims to contribute to the improvement of educational systems and the development of effective educational leadership worldwide.
ASSESSMENT OF FUNDING MODELS FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN ENUGU STATE
The study assessed the funding models for effective management of private universities in Enugu State. Two research questions guided the study while two hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population for the study was 102 which comprised 43 management staff and 59 finance officers. Census sampling technique was employed because the population was manageable. The instrument for data collection was a researcher structured 12-item questionnaire titled “Funding Models for Effective Management of Private Universities Questionnaire (FMEMPUQ)”. The instrument was validated by three experts. Cronbach alpha statistic was used to determine the reliability and it has an overall reliability index of .81. Mean and standard deviations were used to answer the research questions while t-test statistic was used to test the null hypotheses. The findings of the study showed that tuition fees and donations from alumni are important funding models that contribute to effective management of private universities in Enugu State to a high extent. In view of the findings, the researcher recommended that Private universities in Enugu State should implement robust systems for efficient collection and management of tuition fees to ensure consistent financial stability and operational effectiveness.
Assessment, Funding Models, Private Universities, Effective Management
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PRINCIPALS’ MOTIVATIONAL PRACTICES AS CORRELATE OF SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS’ JOB EFFECTIVENESS AMONG FEDERAL UNITY COLLEGES IN NORTH-EAST, NIGERIA
The study examined principals’ motivational practices as correlate of secondary school teachers’ job effectiveness among Federal Unity Colleges in North-East, Nigeria. Two research purposes, two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted correlational research design. The population of the study consisted of all the one thousand and sixteen (1016) teachers, in all the 15 Federal Unity Colleges in North-East, Nigeria (except Federal Science and Technical College, Lassa, Borno State, which could not be accessed due to insurgent activities. Thus, 14 schools were used). Five hundred and nine (509) teachers, from 7 secondary schools, in 4 states served as sample for the study. The sample was selected through multi-stage sampling procedure. The instrument for data collection was two researcher-designed questionnaires titled ‘Principals’ Motivational Practices Questionnaire (PMPQ) and ‘Teachers’ Job Effectiveness Questionnaire (TJEQ). The questionnaires were validated by three experts, two from Educational Administration and Planning and one from Measurement and Evaluation, all from Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, Taraba State University, Jalingo. The reliability of the instrument was ascertained using test-retest method. The data generated from the test was analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient, which yielded reliability coefficients of 0.92 for PMPQ and 0.78 for TJEQ respectively and were esteemed to be reliable. Data generated from the study was analyzed using mean and standard deviation and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMC) to answer the research questions, while Linear Regression statistics was used to test all the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the study revealed that principals’ job enrichment practice and job security practice all had significant relationship with secondary school teachers’ job effectiveness. The study thus concluded that principals’ motivational practices significantly relate to secondary school teachers’ job effectiveness among Federal Unity Colleges in North-East, Nigeria. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that the Federal Ministry of Education, as a supervisory body should enlighten school principals on the need to make teachers’ job more interesting, meaningful, and challenging through job enrichment. This can increase the opportunities for teachers in the Unity Colleges to experience feelings of responsibility, achievement, growth, and recognition, and also reduce the routinization of tasks, which lead to boredom.
Motivation, motivational Practices, Job Effectiveness, Federal Unity Colleges
DIGITALIZATION AND THE MANAGEMENT OF SCHOOL RECORDS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN IMO STATE
The study investigated digitalization and the management of school records in secondary schools in Imo State. It adopted correlation research design. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The population is made up of 2165 teachers from the 71 public secondary schools in Owerri education zone of Imo State. The sample random and proportionate sampling techniques from each of the schools in the LGAs. The two instruments for data collection for this study were Digitalization Scale (DS) with 20 items and principals management of school record scale (PMSRS) with 20 items having 4 points rating scale. The instruments were validated and found reliable with indices of 0.81 and 0.78 for DS and PMSRS respectively using Cronbach alpha method. Data were collected and 321 copies indication 99% return rate. Data were analyzed using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Co-efficiency (PPMCC) to answer the research questions while the hypotheses were tested using t – test of significance of correlation at a P < 0.05 level of significance. It was found among others that there is a positive relationship between digitalization and students record management. Very high positive relationship between digitalization and principals’ management of school records in secondary schools. It was recommended among others that school records should be digitalized.
Digitalization, management and school records
POLITICS OF DIGITALIZATION IN THE MANAGEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IN NIGERIA
This study aims to explore Politics of Digitalization in the Management of Educational System in Nigeria. Considering the politics surrounding the digitalization of education in Nigeria which is complex and multifaceted, this study observed the influence of Nigeria politics on Educational digitalization, the role of public – private partnership in the digitalization of Education in Nigeria and challenges in digitalizing Nigerian. Education, Conclusion and recommendations were also made.
Politics, Digitalization, Management, Educational System.
Financing Federal Universities in South East Zone, Nigeria: Implication for Global Competiveness
This study is titled Financing Federal Universities in South East Zone Nigeria: Implication for Global Competiveness. The study has two objectives among which are; to find out the provision of finance to Federal Universities in South East Zone, Nigeria and its implication for global competiveness and to determine the level of utilization of finance in federal universities in South East Zone, Nigeria and its implication for global competiveness. In line with these objectives, two research questions, two null hypotheses will be asked and formulated respectively. Related literature was reviewed; concepts such as financing, provision of funds, utilization of funds, global competiveness will be discussed. In addition, the review will be on the provision of finance to Federal Universities in South East Zone, Nigeria and its implication for global competiveness and the level of utilization of finance in Federal Universities in South East Zone, Nigeria and its implication for global competiveness. Descriptive research design will adopted for the study. A total of 365 respondents will be sampled from the total population of 7500, through the use of research advisor (2006). A structured questionnaire will be used to collect data from the respondents. Descriptive statistics will be used to analyze the bio- data of the respondents. The data collected will be presented in tables and analyzed using weighted means to give the responses of respondents to the research questions. The two null hypotheses will be tested using One Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The findings of the study are: there is inadequate funding of federal universities in south east zone which affects there ability to compete favourably with other universities globally and that the finding shows that the fund made available to federal universities were not judiciously utilized, this also affect their ability to compete globally. It was recommended that Federal government of Nigeria should as a matter of importance deploy the needed fund for the management of federal universities in south east zone and that the fund made available to federal universities should be utilized judiciously in order enhance healthy competition globally
BUILDING DIGITAL LITERACY THROUGH SOCIAL WORK EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
The rapid integration of technology into society underscores the urgency for social work education to equip students with digital literacy skills. This paper investigates the role of digital literacy in fostering sustainable social development. Emphasizing more than technical competence, digital literacy encompasses critical thinking, ethical navigation, and privacy management. Integrating it into social work curricula necessitates equitable access to hardware and online resources. Pedagogical approaches such as digital storytelling, problem-based learning, and social media integration are promising in building multifaceted digital capabilities. While technology is pivotal for sustainable development, its benefits are maximized when coupled with sociotechnical literacy and a critical understanding of its impacts.
Digital literacy, social work education, and sustainable development
ONLINE RESOURCES AND MANAGEMENT OF PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CALABAR MUNICIPALITY, CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
The main purpose of this study was to investigate Online Resources and Management of Private Secondary Schools in Calebar Municipality, The survey research design was adopted for the study. A sample of fifty-four (54) principals was used, using the purposive sampling technique, four null hypotheses were formulated. A structured questionnaire was the instrument source of data collection. Pearson product moment correlation analysis and independent t-test analysis were adopted as statistical tools to test the hypotheses at .05 level of significance with a critical t-value of 2.00 and critical r-value of 0.26 with 52 degree of freedom. The result of the findings revealed that the use of online registration, of e-payment, online instructional delivery and the use of internet public library have significant relationship with the management of private secondary schools in Calabar Municipality. Based on the findings, it was therefore recommend that, Parents Teachers Association (PTA) should support the private schools to motivate them in providing quality teaching-learning resources and the Ministry of Education should also make it very mandatory for private secondary schools to activate the online resources to upgrade to the status of the global world.
FINANCING FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES IN SOUTH EAST ZONE, NIGERIA: IMPLICATION FOR GLOBAL COMPETIVENESS
APPLICATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR EFFECTIVE TEACHING IN NIGERIAN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
As an educational paradigms shift towards digitalization, AI emerges as an invaluable transformative tool capable of enhancing effective teaching. Universities educational goals are adequately achieved through the application of artificial intelligence in the universities. The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for effective teaching in Nigerian public Universities has shown a lot of potentials to improve accuracy and timeliness of educational practices. It is against this background that this paper examined the appraisal of Application of Artificial Intelligence in effective teaching in public Universities Nigeria. The purpose of this paper was to examine the challenges and benefits of using AI technologies in teaching in the public universities. To achieve this purpose, qualitative research methods was used for the study and this provided insights into the efficacy of AI-driven educational tools, their impact on student learning outcomes, and the institutional readiness for broader AI integration. The study found out that there is a positive reception of AI-enhanced teaching tools among students and lectures. It was discovered that there is increased engagement, personalized learning experiences, and efficient assessment mechanisms. However, concerns related to data privacy, accessibility, and technological proficiency remains significant barriers to widespread AI adoption. The study concluded that adopting AI for teaching in the university will go a long way to improve teaching and learning as well as unbiased assessment of students. Recommendations made include enhancing AI literacy, infrastructure development, and policy formulation to leverage the full potential of AI in advancing educational excellence in Nigerian public Universities.
Artificial intelligence, effective teaching, public universities
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN EFFECTIVE ADMINISTRATION OF NIGERIAN SCHOOLS
Artificial intelligence is presently yielding a lot of benefits to the world and every facet of human endeavors and school administration is no exception. The application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in effective school Administration has shown a lot of potentials to improve accuracy and timeliness of educational activities and practices. For example, AI helps to create and update content more efficiently, ensuring that the learning materials are up to date and relevant to achieving educational goals. This helps students to stay informed about the latest developments of their chosen fields of study and prepares them for future endeavors and challenges. Hence effective school administration can thus be enhanced through the application of artificial intelligence which helps in the achievement of educational goals. It is on this background, this paper examined Artificial Intelligence in the effective administration of Nigerian schools. The paper therefore explores clarifications of concepts, application of AI in school administration, the implications of AI as well as the challenges of AI in effective administration of schools; as it proffers possible solutions to the observed challenges.
Artificial Intelligence, Effective Administration.
SCHOOL CLIMATES AS PREDISPOSING FACTOR TO STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN EDO STATE
The study examined the school climates as predisposing factor to students’ academic achievement in secondary school in Edo State. This study adopted the correlational research design. The population of this study consisted of all the Senior Secondary II students in the public Senior Secondary Schools in the three senatorial districts of Edo State. Simple random and multistage sampling techniques were used to select the sample for the study. Two instruments were used in the study. The first instrument for the study was a researcher designed questionnaire titled: School Climate as Predisposing Factors to Student Academic Achievement Questionnaire (SCPFSAAQ). The second instrument was a Students’ Achievement Test (SAT). The face and content validity of the instrument (SCPFSAAQ) was ensured by the supervisor or two experts in the institution of education. The Cronbach alpha of 0.78 for the teachers’ factors, 0.85 for school factors and 0.82 for parental factor and 0.83 for societal factor were obtained. By using Spearman-Brown to step up the reliability coefficient, the result yielded a reliability of 0.89 on the instruments. The researcher and two trained research assistants administered the instrument. Hypotheses 1, 2, 3, and 4 were tested using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) technique. The entire hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The result showed that that school climate such as teacher factor, school factor, parental factor and societal factor predispose students’ academic achievement in senior secondary school in Edo State. Therefore it is recommended that non-governmental organizations (NGO), religious bodies and influential individuals should join hands in a private-public partnership to provide material and financial support to students to support their academics.
School Climate, Teacher Factor, School Factor, Parental Factor and Societal Factor, Academic Achievement.
ENHANCING SOCIETAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH QUALITY EDUCATIONAL RESEARCHES
The study was on enhancing societal development through quality researches in Universities. The study adopted a survey research design. Purposive sampling technique was used in selecting the post graduates students, who were met in their clusters. Sixty-six (66) of them participated in the research. The instrument used was the Post-graduate Students Questionnaire (PSQ) comprising two sections: sections A and B. Section A included items soliciting responses on the categories of the postgraduate programmes, the knowledge and awareness of research ethics. The importance and the need to add it in the postgraduate curriculum were also sought. Section B of the questionnaire included ten (10) items soliciting responses on the rating of the level of the respondents’ awareness on research ethics. The rating was done on 3 points scale: high (3), medium (2), and low (1). The data collected were analysed using percentages and mean scores. The criterion mean of 2 was set as the benchmark. It was clear that none of the items met the criterion set as the benchmark except item on knowledge of confidentiality which was high. Their awareness on research ethics generally, awareness on publication practices, collaborative authorship, animal welfare, knowledge of research misconduct, regulations, policies and guidelines that guide research misconduct, putting culture into consideration when carrying research, avoidance of pitfalls in carrying research and awareness that research ethics helps to build public support for research were within the medium range. The need to emphasize quality researches in education cannot be taken for granted. The emerging dynamics of the world necessitated the need to strengthen researches which invariably may attract more research funds to the universities.
Enhancing, Societal development, Educational Researches
ONLINE INSTRUCTIONAL DELIVERY AND ACADEMIC STAFF PRODUCTIVITY IN PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES IN CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
This study sought to investigate the relationship between online instructional delivery and academic staff productivity in public Universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. To achieve this purpose, one composite research question was raised and later transformed to research hypothesis to guide the study. Ex-post factor design was adopted for the study. The population of the study was made up of all the academic staff that participates in online instructional delivery in the two Universities in the study area. Accidental sampling technique was adopted in the study. A Sample of 100 academic staff that delivered instructions using online method in the two public universities in the study area. The researcher self-developed questionnaire titled “Online Instructional Delivery and Academic Staff Productivity in Universities Questionnaire (OIDASPUQ) was used for data collection. The instrument was validated and subjected to reliability test using Cronbach Alpha reliability statistics. The result of the reliability test yielded an index of 0.72 which was adjudged well enough for data collection. Multiple regression statistics was used for data analysis at 0.05 level of significance. The results of the study revealed that online instructional delivery is anchored by some web-based applications: YouTube, Zoom, Google meet, Skype and Microsoft team which jointly predict academic staff productivity in public Universities in Cross River State, Nigeria. It was concluded that online instructional delivery predictive variables jointly predict academic staff productivity in universities. Base on the findings, it was recommended among others that, management of universities should improve on online instructional delivery architecture in collaboration with National University Commission via building of strong web-based applications and effective assessment to promote academic staff productivity in universities.
Online, Instructional, Delivery, Academic staff, Productivity, Universities.
INTEGRATION OF SECURITY TECHNOLOGIES FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF BASIC EDUCATION IN MAKURDI METROPOLIS OF BENUE STATE, NIGERIA
The study assessed the integration of security technologies for effective management of basic education in Makurdi Metropolis of Benue State, Nigeria. Two research questions guided the study and two hypotheses were formulated and tested. A descriptive survey research design was adopted in this study. The population of the study comprised 3,562 teachers from 118 basic schools (1,923 teachers from 47 public schools and 1,639 teachers from 71 private schools) in Makurdi Metropolis of Benue State. The study’s sample consisted of 178 teachers or 5% (96 public school teachers and 82 private schools’ teachers) from 12 primary schools or 10% (5 public schools and 7 private schools) constituted the sample for the study. The sample size was determined using a multi-stage sampling procedure that included proportionate stratified, purposive and simple random sampling techniques. The integration of Security Technologies for Effective Management Questionnaire (ISTFMQ) was constructed and used to collect data for this study. The collected data were analyzed using Mean and Standard Deviation to answer the research questions and the Chi-square (χ2) goodness-of-fit test was used to test the hypotheses at the 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed that biometric identification systems have significant positive impact on effective management of basic schools in Makurdi Metropolis. Intruders attempting to sneak in schools were easily identified. This has reduced unauthorized access to schools using such devices. The study further discovered that the video surveillance system had a significant positive impact on the effective management of basic schools, as it not only keeps records of pupils, staff and visitors who come in and out of the school but also monitors the manner of their entry and exit, including specific times and their activities within the school. The study recommended among other things that school administrators should collaborate with government and non-governmental organizations to install video surveillance systems in schools throughout Makurdi Metropolis and beyond to ensure the safety of these schools, given the increasing cases of insecurity.
Security Technologies, Biometric Identification, Video Surveillance & Management.
ASSESSMENT OF THE AWARENESS AND AVAILABILITY OF ACADEMIC LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN FEDERAL COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NORTH WEST ZONE, NIGERIA
This study assessed the Awareness and Availability of Academic Learning Management System in Federal Colleges of Education in North West Zone, Nigeria. The study had two objectives. In line with the objectives, two research questions and two hypotheses were formulated and tested. The study adopted survey research design with population of 5,995 (five thousand, nine hundred and ninety-five) respondents which comprised 3,625 (three thousand six hundred and twenty-five) lecturers, and 2,370 (two thousand three hundred and seventy) senior. A sample size of three hundred and sixty-five (365) participants, consisting of two hundred and twenty one lecturers (221) and one hundred and forty-four (144) senior management staff were used in the study. Data was collected through a self-structured questionnaire tagged “Awareness and Availability of Academic Learning Management System Questionnaire (AAALMSQ)”. The result of the pilot study conducted showed a reliability value of 0.82. Data collected in the study was analysed using descriptive statistics while Chi-square statistical method was used to test the null hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that there is high level of awareness of Academic Learning Management System in Federal Colleges of Education in North West Zone, Nigeria. On the test of hypothesis, significant difference was observed in the response of the participants (p-value .000 < 0.05 alpha level). In the opinions of senior management staff and lecturers on the availability of Academic Learning Management System Infrastructure is very low in Federal Colleges of Education in North West Zone, Nigeria. On the test of hypothesis, no significant difference was observed in the response of the participants (p-value .206 > 0.05 alpha level). Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended among others that: Colleges of Education staff across board should be trained on the effective use and application of Academic Learning Management System tools in consonance with the goals and objectives of the education system through strategic adherence to innovation. Academic Learning Management System infrastructure should be established and promoted by the institution's senior management. This should start at the top of the organization and be replicated all the way down the management chain.
Awareness, Availability, Learning Management System, Colleges of Education, etc.
UNIVERSITY LECTURERS’ UTILIZATION OF INNOVATIVE PEDAGOGY AND UNDERGRADUATES’ EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS OUTCOME IN CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA
The study investigated the composite predictive relationship between university lecturers’ utilization of innovative pedagogy and undergraduates’ employability skill outcomes in Cross River State, Nigeria. One hypothesis was formulated for the study and correlation research design was adopted. The population of the study consists of 14,608 final year students in public universities in Cross River State (9,887 final year students in the University of Calabar UNICAL and 4,721 final year students in the University of Cross River State UNICROSS). The study adopted multi-stage sampling technique. Stratified sampling technique was first used to divide the population into two strata: UNICAL and UNICROSS. The next stage was the utilization of Taro Yamane formula for sample size determination which gave a sample size of 389. Simple random sampling technique was then used to select 389 students from the study population, where 263 students representing 67.68% were drawn from UNICAL while 126 students representing 32.32% were drawn from UNICROSS. An instrument titled: “University Lecturers’ Utilization of Innovative Pedagogy and Undergraduates’ Employability Skill Outcomes Questionnaire (ULUIPUESOQ)” was administered for data collection. The instrument was subjected to face validity and Cronbach Alpha reliability method. Data collected were subjected to multiple regression analysis and results tested at .05 level of significance. The results revealed that university lecturers’ utilization of the identified innovative pedagogy significantly predict undergraduates’ employability skill outcomes in Cross River State. It was concluded that innovative pedagogical approaches are sine qua non for the acquisition of employability skills by university undergraduates to stem the wave of rising graduate unemployment in Nigeria. It was recommended among others that university lecturers should be motivated through incentivized periodic training and re-training on how to utilize a mix of innovative pedagogical approaches for eventual transmission of relevant knowledge and employability skills to undergraduates.
Lecturers’ utilization, Innovative pedagogy, Undergraduates’ employability, Skills outcome, Nigeria
EVALUATION OF STAKEHOLDERS' PERCEPTIONS ON PROVISION, UTILIZATION AND MAINTENANCE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NORTH-WEST ZONE, NIGERIA
This study was on Evaluation of Stakeholders' Perceptions on Provision, Utilization and Maintenance of School Facilities in Colleges of Education in North-West Zone, Nigeria. The study has two objectives among which are to: find out the Stakeholders' Perceptions on the provision of instructional facilities in Colleges of Education in North-west Zone, Nigeria; determine the Stakeholders' Perceptions on the utilization of instructional facilities in Colleges of Education in North-west Zone, Nigeria; In line with these objectives, two research questions, two null hypotheses were asked and formulated, respectively. Related literature was reviewed. Descriptive Research Design was adopted for the study. A total of 365 respondents were sampled from the total population of 6012, through the use of Research Advisor (2006) and 5 percent of the total population was added to avoid response error. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. The data collected were presented in tables and analyzed using weighted means to give the responses of respondents to the research questions. The two null hypotheses were tested using One Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at 0.05 alpha level of significance. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the bio- data of the respondents while mean and standard deviation was used to answer research questions respectively. Major findings of the study were: Instructional facilities were provided in Colleges of Education in North-West Zone, Nigeria; the available instructional facilities were properly utilized in the Colleges of Education in North-West Zone, Nigeria, the study concluded that; most of the required facilities in the Colleges of Education were largely provided with few not provided and others grossly inadequate. However, those facilities provided were well utilized by both staff and students. The study recommended that: Government should continue to provide latest and modern instructional facilities in Colleges of Education in Northwest Zone. The instructional facilities should include Computers, ICT Equipment, Audio Visual Materials, Furniture, educational media and Projectors.
Stakeholders' perceptions, provision, Utilization Maintenance of School Facilities
DEALING WITH ACADEMIC INTEGRITY VIOLATION WHILE USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN RESEARCH
The paper focused on dealing with academic integrity violation while using artificial intelligence in research. Three research questions and corresponding hypotheses guided the study which adopted a descriptive survey design. The population of the study was 7, 791 (5, 117 postgraduate students and 2, 674) lecturers from the three public Universities in Rivers State (University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State University and Ignatius Ajuru University of Education). The sample of the study was 380 (250 students and 130 lecturers) which was determined using the Taro Yamane formula for sample size determination while the respondents were sampled using stratified sampling technique. The instrument used for data gathering was a 15-item questionnaire tagged “Dealing with Academic Integrity while Using Artificial Intelligence in Research Questionnaire” (DAIAIRQ). The questionnaire was responded to on a four point modified Likert scale of Strongly Agree, Agree, Disagree and Strongly Disagree with weighted scores of 4, 3, 2 and 1. A criterion mean of 2.50 was used for decision making. The questionnaire was validated by three experts in Measurement and Evaluation at the University of Port Harcourt while the reliability was estimated as 0.84 using Cronbach alpha. Out of the 380 copies of questionnaire administered, 369 copies from 237 students and 132 lecturers were retrieved indicating a 97.1% retrieval rate. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested using z-test at 0.05 level of significance. The result of the study indicated that factors promoting the use of AI in research included analysis of large data, identification of knowledge gaps in research, among others. It was equally shown that work overload and anxiety for performance were drivers of academic integrity violation. The study indicated adequate sensitization on academic integrity and training on use of AI are part of the strategies for correcting these violations. It was recommended that training should be organized on how staff and students can use AI responsibly in their research activities.
Academic Integrity Violation; Artificial Intelligence; Research, Technology
MANAGING POVERTY AND INSECURITY IN NIGERIA SCHOOLS
This paper review centersit’s discussion on “Managing Poverty and Insecurity in Nigeria Schools”, secondary data were used to support the point raised in this work. The data were sourced from print materials and online publications by recognized institutions and individual authors. The paper identified unemployment, poverty, illiteracy, marginalization, political factors, international influence and communalcrisis as the bane of insecurity in Nigeria. The paper also identified loss of man power in educational institutions, poor quality of Education, destructions of infrastructural facilities, brain-drain, closure of Educational Institutions, discouragement of educational pursuit by children, internal displacement of learners, reduction of private investment in Education and inadequate funding of Education as the impact of insecurity on school administration in Nigeria. In order to address the challenges of insecurity on schooladministration in Nigeria, this paper recommends among other things: That government should ensure that, the political will to fight all forms of insecurity in the country through the application of best strategies are honestly and sincerely put in place.
Poverty, insecurity, schools, managing, Nigeria.
SCHOOL SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION IN AN ERA OF DIGITALIZATION
School supervision occupies the central role in the educational system. It is needed to improve teaching and learning activities and the entire atmosphere of the school. Inspection as a twin concept is also used to assess, examine, criticize and evaluate the teachers and school programmes in order to get things done in accordance with strict rules. Succinctly, the current state of the society where internet and other digital devices are used to perform many tasks, has significantly affected school supervision and inspection. In fact, the entire educational sector is undergoing changes, since, the emergence of digital technology. For instance, during the COVID-19 period, many school activities, including supervision and inspection were carried out via internet and other information technologies. This is currently impacting on school supervision and inspection in the face of educational development. Teachers in classrooms are no longer totally clinging to traditional way of delivering instruction, but, have embraced the application of digital devices for effective teaching-learning activity due to current trend. Nowadays, an effective educational system may not be unconnected with a well programmed and articulated digitally- driven school supervision and inspection. Therefore this paper spotlights school supervision and inspection; technologies employed, challenges, implementation, benefits challenges, and recommendations for way forward and its implication to the society in an era of digitalization.
COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: A SIGNIFICANT INSTRUMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Community environmental education is a vital approach to promoting environmental protection, focusing on raising awareness, building knowledge, and fostering skills for sustainable practices among local communities. This study evaluates the effectiveness of community environmental education, identifies characteristics of successful programs, and provides recommendations for enhancing environmental protection. they need to be properly guided through community- based environmental education which is based on community participatory model and which encompasses elements of community based, collaboration, information based, and action oriented. Results indicate that community environmental education can be a powerful tool for increasing environmental awareness and action, and it is recommended that policymakers and practitioners adopt it as a central component of environmental protection efforts. By empowering communities through education, it also harnesses collective action for a more sustainable future.
Community, environmental education, environmental protection
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RETHINKING SCHOOL SUPERVISION AND INSPECTION IN THE DIGITAL AGE
The paper examined school supervision and inspection in an era digitalization. The advent of digitalization has transformed the educational landscape, necessitating a re-evaluation of traditional school supervision and inspection practices. This paper urges that the conventional approach which is reliant on physical visits and paper-based reporting is outdated and inefficient instead a digitalized framework that leverages technology to enhance the effectiveness reach of supervision and inspection by harnessing online monitoring software for real time tracking of classes, automated system for tracking students engagement and progress, virtual inspection platforms for remote evaluation, data analytics tools for informed decision making, communication platform for feedback and support, supervision management software for organizing and tracking evaluations, online training platforms for professional development as well as mobile applications for on-the-go supervision and feedback. With the aid of all these tools, administrators and supervisors can access real time insights into students learning, teachers performance and the school operations. This enables targeted interventions, facilitates monitoring, hereby reducing the need for physical visits for a more frequent and refined supervision for excellence, equity and innovation, ultimately benefitting students, teachers and the broader education community.
Rethinking School Supervision, and Inspection in the Digital Age
SOCIOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES OF TERTIARY EDUCATION TRUST FUNDS’ INTERVENTION ON PROVISION OF INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NORTH-WEST ZONE, NIGERIA
The study was on sociological perspectives of Tertiary Education Trust Funds’ Intervention on Provision of Instructional Facilities in Colleges of Education in North-West Zone, Nigeria. The design adopted for this study was descriptive survey. The population of this study comprise of all academic staff, management staff and TETFund desk officers in all the 12 public Colleges of Education in North-West geopolitical Zone of Nigeria as at May, 2021. There are 4,562 academic staff, 72 management staff and 12 TETFund desk officers totalling 4646. The sample size for this study was at 355.This includes academic staff, management staff and TETFund desk officers. The sample size is determined based on research advisors (2006) table for sample size selection. Proportionate simple random sampling technique was used. The data collection instrument for the study was self-developed structured questionnaire. The questionnaire was prepared based on Likert five-point scale. The instrument was duly vetted the by Supervisors and other relevant experts. The questionnaire was subjected to trial testing using 36 respondents from Niger State College of Education, Minna. The research question was analyzed using frequency counts; percentage, arithmetic mean and standard deviation to obtain overall average scores. Also, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to test the null hypothesis at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The study found that Tertiary Education Trust Funds Intervention has made considerable sociological perspectives on the provision of Instructional facilities such as; computers; laptops, desktops Internet connectivity, smart-board, library resources and laboratory equipment, other projects include constructions and rehabilitations of lecture theatres, classrooms, hostels, offices, laboratories, road network and fencing of institutions in different parts of Colleges of Education in North-West Zone, Nigeria. The study recommends that the TETFund and beneficiary institutions should make sure that they assign their projects to only contractors who are certified to be honest and competent and the monitoring team should be at work always to make sure that they evaluate the project at close interval.
sociological perspectives, Intervention, Provision, Instructional Facilities, TETFund
SCHOOL SECURITY ARCHITECTURE IN AN ERA OF DIGITALIZATION
This research paper examined school security architecture in an era of digitalization. School security in Nigeria has been a significant concern for several years, particularly due to frequent incidents of kidnappings and attacks by various armed groups. There have been a reported cases of security threats on campuses of Nigerian schools.” A number of Nigerian schools have experienced so many cases of kidnap and abduction of members of the school community. School security architecture refers to the comprehensive framework designed to ensure the safety and security of a school's students, staff, and property. It encompasses physical, technological, and procedural measures that work together to prevent, detect, and respond to various security threats. Key components of school security architecture typically include, Physical Security, this includes barriers such as fences, gates, secure entry points, surveillance cameras, and alarm systems. Digitalization of school security refers to the integration of digital technologies and systems to enhance the safety and security of educational environments. This process involves leveraging various technological tools to monitor, manage, and respond to potential security threats more effectively. . The goal of digitalizing school security is to create a safer learning environment by leveraging advanced technology to prevent, detect, and respond to potential security threats more effectively and efficiently. It was recommended that implementing digital security in schools comes with several challenges requires a comprehensive approach, Government should make policies that support digitalization in school security, there should be step-by- step guide for schools to implement digital security measures, training and capacity building programs for staff and students on digital security tips and it was concluded that Security is a fundamental and necessary condition for the attainment of institutional goals and must not be compromised.
School Security, Architecture and Digitalization
ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF UNIVERSITY EDUCATION IN ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
This study investigated the role of artificial intelligence in the management of university education in Enugu State, Nigeria. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The population comprised the 8,056 lecturers in the Faculty of Education in University of Nigeria, Nsukka and Enugu State University of Technology. A sample of 230 lecturers was drawn using simple random sampling technique. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire titled ‘role of artificial intelligence in the management of university education questionnaire (RAIMUEQ). The instrument was validated by experts and the reliability was established using Chrombac Alpha Statistics, which yielded an index of 0.91. The findings revealed among others that, the role of artificial intelligence in the management of university education include: streamlining administrative efficiency in the management of education resources, enabling institutions to allocate resources effectively, making decisions on academic matters, analyzing data, creating personalized learning paths, adapting learning contents and materials based on students' progress, and optimizing resource allocations by predicting future student enrollment. Based on the findings, recommendations were made.
artificial intelligence, management, university education, Enugu State
ACHIEVING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT THROUGH COOPERATIVES AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND MOBILIZATION
This paper explores the critical role of cooperative and community education in fostering sustainable community development. It argues that effective mobilization of community members, through organized cooperative efforts, can significantly enhance social capital, improve resource management, and stimulate local economies. The study highlights various models of community education that empower individuals by equipping them with necessary skills and knowledge to actively participate in collaborative initiatives. By analyzing case studies and best practices from diverse communities, the research identifies key strategies for promoting engagement and cooperation, including participatory learning, capacity building, and advocacy. Furthermore, the paper emphasizes the importance of inclusive approaches that consider the unique cultural, social, and economic contexts of communities. The findings suggest that intentional and strategic cooperation, rooted in education and community mobilization, can lead to more resilient, equitable, and thriving communities. This work advocates for policy frameworks that support cooperative models and educational programs as vital components of holistic community development strategies.
IMPLEMENTING DIGITAL FORMS AND RECORDS IN SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN RIVERS STATE.
This study examined the challenges and prospects of implementing digital forms and records in the administration of public secondary schools in Rivers State. The study reviewed the various types of digital forms and records used by school administrators to elicit information from students, teachers, and parents/guardians. The forms include electronic application, registration, consent, survey, incident, scholarship and financial aid, and parents/teachers invite. In addition, the records were categorized into electronic statutory and non-statutory basis. In spite of the advantage of integrating digital forms and records, the study observed that some principals in public secondary school in Rivers State seems to be relying heavily on the traditional method of paperwork in carrying out eminent administrative duties despite the awareness of computer assisted methodology. Judging from the UNESCO, the study described digital forms and records system as an organized classification and filing of the school archives in a way that makes it easy to search, access, retrieve and use the data information for school functionality. The study accounted that, the absence of power supply, digital facilities, Poor knowledge of ICT, resistance to change, Management of database, paucity of fund, technical support and maintenance are some of the challenge impeding the implementation of digital forms and records by school administrators. Irrespective of these foreseen challenges, the study upholds that implementing digital forms and records has the prospects of; promoting work efficiency, cutting cost, speedy accessibility to database, modernize effective communication. However, the study suggested among others that Rivers State Ministry of Education, and Private donors whose activities are domiciled in the state should see the need for regular power supply across schools, procure digital facilities, provide grant, sensitize school members on how to use of emerging technologies.
Digital Forms, Digital Records, School Administration, Challenges and Prospects
USE OF ICT BY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS IN COMBATING CYBERCRIME IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES
Over the years, the revolutionary advancements in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) have undeniably brought forth significant and noteworthy transformations to the landscape of academic practice. These transformations have predominantly been witnessed in the realms of teaching and learning, research, and university administration, thereby shaping the very essence of educational institutions. However, amidst these ground-breaking progressions, it is disconcerting to observe that cybercrime has emerged as a prevalent and pressing concern within the educational sphere. Regrettably, Nigerian universities have experienced a distressing upsurge in cybercrime incidents, demanding an urgent call to address this escalating issue. Cybercrime encompasses a broad range of criminal activities facilitated through digital technology, targeting individuals, organizations, and governments alike. It includes unauthorized access to computer systems, data theft, online fraud, identity theft, and cyberbullying, etc. The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in the administration of Nigerian universities has become increasingly pivotal in addressing the growing challenge of cybercrime. This study explores the proactive measures taken by school administrators to combat cyber threats through the effective use of ICT tools and strategies. The research highlights the types of cybercrimes prevalent in Nigerian higher education institutions, including data breaches, phishing attacks, and identity theft. It examines the role of ICT in enhancing security protocols, promoting digital literacy among staff and students, and implementing comprehensive cybersecurity policies. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, the study evaluates the effectiveness of these measures and identifies best practices.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT), School Administrators, Cybercrimes.
HISTORY OF SISTERS OF OUR LADY OF APOSTLES (OLA) IN NIGERIA: INITIATORS OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING IN NIGERIA
Guidance and Counselling has progressed significantly in Nigeria, originally serving as an organised formal aid for young individuals, particularly those in secondary school and beyond, as well as providing essential direction for anyone seeking wholesome assistance in navigating life’s challenges. In Nigeria, it has been noted that this important field was initiated by some Irish Sisters, and this work aims to highlight their contributions in establishing the foundation for guidance and counselling in Nigeria, as well as creating and fostering the development of productive personalities and citizens within the Nigerian society.
Guidance, Counselling, OLA Sisters, Female education
PLANNING, PROGRAMMING, AND BUDGETING SYSTEM AS CORRELATES OF EFFECTIVE UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION IN SOUTH-EAST, NIGERIA
The study investigated planning, programming, and budgeting system as correlate of effective university education in South East, Nigeria. Correlational research design was used for the study. two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. All 411 respondents comprising 354 Heads of Department and 54 Deans of faculties/colleges in federal public universities in South-East was drawn through census sampling technique. Purposively all the population was used for the study. Planning, Programming and Budgeting System Questionnaire” (PPBSQ) and “Effective University Education Questionnaire” (EUEQ) were used form data collection. PPBSQ and EUEQ were validated by three experts from the field of educational administration and planning. Cronbach alpha method was used to determine the internal consistency of the instruments. Cluster by cluster reliability was determined of which cluster A yielded an index of .87, cluster B yielded an index of .73 for PPBSQ and .88 for (EUEQ). The 411 copies of the questionnaire were administered with the help of four briefed research assistants. Research questions were answered using Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient, while the hypotheses were tested using Linear Regression analysis at 0.5 level of significance. Findings revealed that There was a high positive and no significant relationship between the extent Planning, Programming and Budgeting System (PPBS) and effective university Administration; it also finds that there was a high positive and no significant relationship between Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities and Threat Analysis (SWOT) and effective Administration. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher recommended that, administrators, Deans and HODs should provide a blueprint to strengthen program activities and improve weaknesses relating to efficiency of staff for effective university administration; that Deans and Hods should work on determining the proper sequence of the activities and critical path that would improve the advancement of university education administration