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Principals’ Records-Keeping Practices and School Effectiveness in Ilorin Metropolis Secondary Schools Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Fagbola, Simbiat Mojibola; Ayoku, Oba Baba; Sagaya, Abiodun Amudalatu; Hassan, Solawat Ajibola; Abolarin, Taibat Joke
Pedagogik: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol. 19 No. 2 (2024): Pedagogik: Jurnal Pendidikan
Publisher : Institute For Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/pedagogik.v19i2.8363

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The research focuses on the record-keeping practices of principals in public secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State, Nigeria. Two research questions and one research hypothesis were raised to guide the study. A descriptive survey research design was employed, allowing for self-reporting of information without manipulating variables. The sample included 121 principals and 155 vice principals from four Local Government Areas. The research instrument was a structured questionnaire, "Principals' Records Keeping Practices and School Effectiveness Questionnaire (PRMPSEQ)," developed from a literature review. The data was analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. The study found a positive correlation between these two aspects, indicating that effective records management is crucial for achieving high levels of school effectiveness. The study found a moderate level of effectiveness in principals' records-keeping practices, with areas for improvement identified in record retrieval, disposal, use and archiving. The Pearson Product Moment Correlation analysis reveals a significant positive correlation between principals' record-keeping practices and school effectiveness in public secondary schools in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State, Nigeria. Overall, the findings provide valuable information for policymakers and school administrators in Ilorin metropolis, suggesting that enhancing records management practices could be a strategic approach towards improving school effectiveness and ultimately, the quality of education for students. The findings suggest that schools should prioritise continuous improvement in their records management systems, focusing on enhancing retrieval, disposal, utilisation, and archiving practices. Recommendations include enhancing records management training, implementing standardised systems, investing in technology and conducting regular audits.
Quality Assurance Practices And Teachers’ Effectiveness In Public Senior Secondary Schools In Kwara State Nigeria Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Jolaoye, Joshua Durotoye; Ayoku, Oba Baba; Shittu, Afeez Adeshina
International Journal of Instructional Technology Vol 1, No 2 (2022)
Publisher : Universitas Nurul Jadid Probolinggo, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33650/ijit.v1i2.9296

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The success of a nation relies heavily on the quality of teachers and their efforts. To improve educational standards, efforts should focus on teachers' effectiveness. However, inadequate facilities and lack of training hinder teachers' effectiveness in public senior secondary schools. This study aims to examine the predominant quality assurance practices, determine teachers' effectiveness, and investigate the relationship between these practices and teachers' effectiveness in Kwara State public schools. The study used a descriptive survey design to survey 7700 teachers in Kwara State's public senior secondary schools. The Krejcie and Morgan table was used to select 367 respondents. Data was collected using the Quality Assurance Practice Questionnaire (QAPQ) and Teachers' Effectiveness Questionnaire (TEQ), with reliability coefficients of 0.74 and 0.71 using the Cronbach Alpa method. The study found that evaluation was the most commonly used quality assurance practice in public senior secondary schools in Kwara State (3.16%). Teachers' effectiveness was high (3.05%), and there was a significant relationship between quality assurance practices and teachers' effectiveness (F=0.474; p< 0.05). The study concluded that teachers' effectiveness is largely dependent on the full usage of quality assurance practices such as capacity building, supervision, physical facilities, and accreditation. The sustainability of these practices will increase teachers' effectiveness. It was recommended that the level of quality assurance practices should be above moderate, with regular capacity building, supervision, physical facilities and accreditation.
Corporate Social Responsibility Strategies and University Goal Achievement in Public Universities in Kwara State, Nigeria Medupin, Johnson Abiodun; Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Ajadi, Bashiru Ibrahim; Ebenezer, Kayode Olumuyiwa; Shittu, Afeez Adeshina
Neraca: Jurnal Pendidikan Ekonomi Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): Neraca: Jurnal Pendidikan Ekonomi
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/neraca.v10i1.8406

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The study investigates the relationship between corporate social responsibility strategies and university goal achievement in Kwara State, Nigeria public universities. The research used a correlational design and a multi-stage sampling technique to select 593 respondents, including 465 academic staff and 128 management staff. The questionnaires, Corporate Social Responsibility Strategies Questionnaire and University Goal Achievement Questionnaire were used for data collection. The findings revealed that universities moderately implemented direct corporate philanthropy strategies for CSR, with a low degree of strategic relationship strategy and limited multi-stakeholder strategy adoption. The objective achievement was moderately high. The study suggests that corporate organisations providing CSR to Kwara State's public universities should strengthen their CSR strategies, including direct corporate philanthropy, strategic partnerships, and multi-stakeholder initiatives, to boost university goal achievement. The study also suggests businesses should enhance their application and embrace research ideas when running CSR initiatives at universities.
Human Resources Management Strategies and Teachers’ Job Performance in Public Senior Secondary Schools Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Oyekunle, Taiye Wasiu; Niji-Olawepo, Olaide Abidemi; Adeoye, Moses Adeleke; Olaifa , Ebunlomo Oreoluwa
International Journal of Universal Education Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024): International Journal of Universal Education
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/ijue.v2i1.7508

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Human resources management strategies have played tremendous roles in the attainment of educational goals. The study investigated human resources management strategies and teachers’ job performance in public senior secondary schools in Kwara State. The study adopted a descriptive survey of correlational type. Two research questions and one hypothesis were raised to guide the study. The researcher's instrument was titled Human Resources Management Questionnaire” (HRMSQ) and Teachers’ Job Performance Questionnaire (TJPQ) was used to collect data for the study. Descriptive statistic of frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation was used to analyse demographics and answer the research questions raised. Inferential statistics of Pearson Product Moment Correlation statistics were used to test the formulated research hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that; staff promotion practices constituted the highest human resources management strategies in senior secondary schools in Kwara State. Teachers’ job performance was high in public senior secondary schools in Kwara State. There was a significant relationship between human resources management strategies and teachers’ job performance in senior secondary schools in Kwara State. It was recommended among others that public senior secondary schools in Kwara State should give special emphasis on improving their human resources management strategies in the areas of teamwork, job definition, employee participation, compensation, career planning and training.
Teachers Professional Development And Students' Academic Achievement In Public Senior Secondary School In Niger State, Nigeria Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Ciroma, Usman Abdul; Olaifa, Ebunlomo Oreoluwa; Onikoyi, Olawale Abayomi; Shittu, Adesina Afeez
International Journal of Universal Education Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): International Journal of Universal Education
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/ijue.v3i1.9576

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This study investigated teacher's professional development and students' academic achievement in public senior secondary schools in Niger State, Nigeria. The descriptive survey of the correlational type was adopted for the study. The population of this study comprised 7,825 Public Senior Secondary School Teachers. A sample of 367 teachers was selected using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. A researcher-designed instrument titled "Teacher's Professional Development and Students' Academic Achievement Questionnaire (TPDSAAQ) was utilised for data collection. The findings of this study revealed that; teachers' professional development programmes engaged in senior secondary schools in Niger State include seminars, workshops, conferences, online courses and peer observation. Similarly, the level of students' academic achievement in public senior secondary schools in Niger State, Nigeria is high. There is a significant relationship between teacher's professional development and students' academic achievement in public senior secondary schools in Niger State, Nigeria. It was recommended, among others, that the government prioritise sustaining and expanding teachers' professional development programs. Policymakers should regularly assess the effectiveness of teachers' professional development initiatives in improving classroom practice and student performance. Teachers should be encouraged to apply the strategies learned from professional development programs in the classroom, and structured follow-ups should be provided to provide ongoing support. School authorities should encourage and formalise peer observation programs, where teachers regularly observe each other's lessons and provide constructive feedback.
Beyond the Classroom Walls: How Environment Shapes Academic Success in Kwara State Olaifa, Adeseko Sunday; Olufemi Jimoh, Habeeb; Baba Ayoku, Oba; Abiodun Sagaya, Amdalat
JUMPA : Jurnal Manajemen Pendidikan Vol 6, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Nurul Jadid

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33650/jumpa.v6i1.10876

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This study investigated the relationship between environmental factors and student academic achievement in public high schools in Kwara State, Nigeria. The background of this study is the low national exam results and the need to understand the influence of class sizes, school facilities, peer interaction, and parental involvement on learning outcomes. This study uses a correlational type descriptive survey design with a sample of 300 students from 20 schools selected in stages. The instruments used include questionnaires on environmental factors and proforma WAEC exam results in Mathematics and English subjects (2019–2023). Data analysis was carried out with descriptive statistics and Pearson correlation at a significance level of 0.05. The results showed that students' academic achievement in the two core subjects was relatively high. There is a positive and significant relationship between environmental factors—especially class sizes and school facilities—and students' academic achievement. This study emphasizes the importance of conducive learning conditions, adequate educational facilities, and optimal class sizes in supporting academic success. It is recommended that policymakers and education stakeholders give priority to improving environmental aspects to support sustainable learning outcomes.