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<![CDATA[The role of guidance and counselling services in addressing indiscipline among secondary school students in Nigeria ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Ibraheem, Islamiyyah Olajire]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of Educational Management and Instruction (JEMIN) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): December 2023 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta ]]>
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DOI: 10.22515/jemin.v3i2.8425
<![CDATA[This study examines the correlation between guidance and counselling services and senior students' indiscipline in Ilorin South Local Government Area. The research utilized a correlational approach, collecting data through questionnaires distributed to 150 senior students in selected schools out of 67 secondary schools in Ilorin South LGA. The findings indicate a significant relationship between the availability and effectiveness of guidance and counselling services and the prevalence of indiscipline among senior students. The study revealed that there is a significant relationship between appraisal service and indiscipline among secondary school students in Ilorin South LGA. It also shows that there is a significant relationship between guidance counselling services and senior students’ indiscipline in Ilorin South LGA and there is a significant relationship between guidance information service and senior students’ indiscipline in Ilorin South L.G.A. The study highlights the importance of these support services in addressing indiscipline issues and emphasizes the need for their proper implementation to foster a disciplined and conducive learning environment. It was recommended that Raise awareness about the importance of guidance and counselling services and reduce any stigma associated with seeking help. Students should feel comfortable seeking assistance without fear of judgment or discrimination.]]>
<![CDATA[Self-Monitoring and Self-Esteem as Predictors of Academic Procrastination Among Postgraduate Students ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Salihu, Nurudeen Oganija]]>
<![CDATA[ Pedagogik: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol. 19 No. 2 (2024): Pedagogik: Jurnal Pendidikan ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Institute For Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya ]]>
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DOI: 10.33084/pedagogik.v19i2.8344
<![CDATA[Academic procrastination is a common behavior among University students. This study examined self-monitoring and self-esteem as predictors of academic procrastination among The University of Ilorin Postgraduate Students. The research design for this study was a descriptive design of correlation type. The population for the study comprised 2,194 Postgraduate Students of the Institution (2021/2022) session. The sample used was 325 (178 male and 147 female) participants. The study utilized a research instrument and Self-Constructed Scales, specifically the Procrastination Assessment Scale Students, Self-Monitoring and Self-Esteem (PASSSMSEQ) for data collection. One research question and four research hypotheses guided the conduct of the study and the hypotheses were tested at a 0.05 level of significance using inferential statistics of P.P.M.C and Multiple Regression Analysis. The study found high academic procrastination among postgraduate students at the University of Ilorin with a significant relationship between self-monitoring and procrastination. Self-esteem also showed a significant relationship with procrastination. Both self-monitoring and self-esteem significantly contributed to the prediction of academic procrastination among these students. It was recommended, among others, that counseling psychologists should up their tactics in enabling a reduction in the academic procrastination of postgraduate students.]]>
<![CDATA[Demographic Factors Influencing Career Aspirations of Secondary School Students in Kwara State, Nigeria ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Alabi, Mutiu Ayofe]]>
<![CDATA[ International Journal of Research in Education Vol 4, No 1 (2024): Issued in January 2024 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas PGRI Semarang ]]>
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DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v4i1.17473
<![CDATA[The study investigated the demographic factors influencing the career aspirations of secondary school students in Kwara State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for this study. Five research hypotheses were raised to guide the study. Simple and stratified random techniques were adopted to draw a total of 600 participants across the three senatorial Districts of Kwara State. Gregor and O’Brien’s Career Aspiration Scale-Revised was used with the reliability coefficients of the three subscales ranging between 0.76 and 0.92. t. Test and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistics were used to test the six null hypotheses at a 0.05 significance level. Descriptive statistics were used for the demographic data. The results revealed that students’ career aspirations are influenced by gender, age, ordinal order and socioeconomic status but not by religion. Based on the findings, it was recommended that parents should relate well with their children and have a positive perception towards their ordinal positions. Career guidance/vocational counsellors should assist parents by providing them with information and support. School counsellors should collaborate with other school stakeholders to help students vocationally and educationally.]]>
<![CDATA[Emotional-focused skills as determinants of marital satisfaction among postgraduate students ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Shittu, Abdullateef]]>
<![CDATA[ Edukasi Vol 17, No 2 (2023): Educational Theory and Practice, Educational policy and reform ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas Negeri Semarang ]]>
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DOI: 10.15294/edukasi.v17i2.50057
<![CDATA[Marital satisfaction holds paramount importance for postgraduate students, given the profound impact of higher education on emotional well-being. This study investigated emotional-focused skills as determinants of marital satisfaction among postgraduate students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Nigeria. A descriptive research design of correlation type was used. The population of the study was 1,193 postgraduate students of Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin. The sample was 300 postgraduate students from the Faculty of Education, Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin-Nigeria using the Slovin sample size determination formula. Emotional Focus Skills Questionnaire (EFSQ) and Marital Satisfaction Scale (MSS) duly validated by the owners with the reliability coefficient at Cronbach Alpha of 0.93 and 0.82 were used for the study. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) at 0.05 level of significance. Results showed that emotional awareness has a positive relationship with marital satisfaction among postgraduate students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin-Nigeria. The study also indicates that emotional regulation has a positive relationship with marital satisfaction among postgraduate students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin-Nigeria. The study showed that emotional intelligence has a positive relationship with marital satisfaction among postgraduate students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin-Nigeria. The study concludes among others that emotional awareness has a positive relationship with marital satisfaction among postgraduate students at Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin, Nigeria. Based on the conclusion, the study recommends among things that postgraduate schools should hire a professional marriage counsellor to assist postgraduate students with marital challenges; school counsellors should employ the use of emotional-focused counselling skills to help improve awareness and regulate negative emotions to sustain marital satisfaction. This research contributes to the existing literature by specifically examining the relationship between emotional-focused skills and marital satisfaction among postgraduate students, filling a gap in current academic discourse]]>
<![CDATA[Understanding the Complexities of Educational Change Resistance amongst Academic Staffs ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Oreagba, Fatimah]]>;
<![CDATA[Abdulkareem, Habibat Bolanle]]>
<![CDATA[ Indonesian Journal of Educational Research and Review Vol. 7 No. 1: April 2024 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha ]]>
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DOI: 10.23887/ijerr.v7i1.73467
<![CDATA[The resistance change in the educational system has been observed among school curriculum as a result of change of government. The research aimed to delve into the intricacies of resistance to educational change among primary school academic staffs. Qualitative approach design was adopted. Convenient sampling technique was used to select ten participants through utilizing an online survey interview method. The tool utilized for this investigation was the Educational Change Resistance Interview (ECRI). Thematic qualitative design was used to analyses the data collected. Analysis of the gathered data led to the identification of recurring themes. The findings underscored the nuanced and multifaceted nature of educational change, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive and context-specific comprehension of academic staffs' viewpoints, experiences, and the various influencing factors impacting their resistance or acceptance of change. Moreover, the study highlighted potential strategies to mitigate resistance to educational change, including aspects such as compensation, motivation, support and training, as well as effective communication and involvement strategies. In conclusion, this research offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with educational change in primary schools, laying the groundwork for future efforts to foster a culture of resilience, collaboration, and innovation within the educational sector.]]>
<![CDATA[A CORRELATIONAL STUDY OF WORK STRESS AND JOB PERFORMANCE AMONG BANK EMPLOYEES IN ILORIN METROPOLIS ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Annor, Patricia Omioguele]]>
<![CDATA[ Counsenesia Indonesian Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5 No 2 (2024): COUNSENESIA 2024 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Program Studi Bimbingan dan Konseling Universitas Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta ]]>
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DOI: 10.36728/cijgc.v5i2.4142
<![CDATA[This study examined the relationship between work stress and job performance in the banking sector, within Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State. The research method used was a descriptive survey of correlation type. The target population for this study consisted of all bank employees in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State. A sample of 120 bank employees was randomly selected for the study. Data collection was done using a questionnaire called the "Work Stress and Job Performance Questionnaire" (WSJPQ). This is a self-constructed but well-validated instrument (r = 0.78 & 0.72). Data collected were analysed using percentage, mean and Pearson’s Product Moment Correlation statistical tool. The study uncovered that the level of work stress among the sample bank employees is moderate and the level of job performance among the respondents is high. It was also observed that there was a significant negative relationship between work stress and job performance of the sampled bank employees in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State. The study recommended that the banking sector should increase the quality of their services to reduce pressure from customers on the employees. Management should explore the possibility of implementing flexible work arrangements, such as flexible hours or remote work, to give employees more control over their work schedules and reduce the pressure.]]>
<![CDATA[INFLUENCE OF GENDER AND COURSE STREAM ON EXAMINATION ANXIETY AMONG COLLEGES OF EDUCATION STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA ]]>
<![CDATA[Adio, AbdulGafar Alafara]]>;
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>
<![CDATA[ Counsenesia Indonesian Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5 No 2 (2024): COUNSENESIA 2024 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Program Studi Bimbingan dan Konseling Universitas Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta ]]>
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DOI: 10.36728/cijgc.v5i2.4258
<![CDATA[This study explored the influence of gender and course stream on examination anxiety among Colleges of education students in Kwara State, Nigeria. The study was a descriptive survey design. The population for this study was all College of Education students in Kwara State which was 7,421 while the sample was 364 College of Education students drawn from the above population. Examination Anxiety Scale (EAS) was used to collect data from the respondents which was validated by five lecturers in the field of counselling psychology. Data collected were analyzed using percentages, mean and standard deviations, t-tests and analyses of Variance (ANOVA). The findings of this study show that the majority of college education students in Kwara State, Nigeria exhibited examination anxiety moderately (F=98, P= 81.9%). The findings revealed a significant difference in the examination anxiety among colleges of education students in Kwara State, Nigeria based on gender (t.cal.=11.96, p.<0.05). The findings also found no significant difference in the examination anxiety among colleges of education students in Kwara State, Nigeria based on course stream (F.cal=0.31, P.>0.05). The study concludes that the majority of college of education students experienced moderate examination anxiety; while male and female college of education students were deferred in their examination anxiety level. The study recommended among other things that; the counsellors should be holding counselling programme training on examination anxiety at least once a semester. It was also recommended that counsellors should always focus on all possible factors contributing to the prevalence of examination anxiety among female students without neglecting their male counterparts.]]>
<![CDATA[Effects of Emotional-Focused Therapy on the Management of Emotional Health Problems of Teachers in Ilorin Metropolis ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Annor, Patricia Omioguele]]>
<![CDATA[ Educational Psychology Journal Vol. 12 No. 2 (2023): December 2023 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas Negeri Semarang ]]>
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DOI: 10.15294/epj.v12i2.9683
<![CDATA[The level of the emotional health of teacher has been noticed to be on the high side and this affects their performances. This study investigated the effects of emotionally focused therapy on the management of emotional health problems of teachers in Ilorin metropolis. The research design used was quasi experimental. An experimental design of 2 by 2 factorial matrix which adopts pre-test and post-test treatment was employed in this study. All secondary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis constituted the population for the study while selected secondary school teachers experiencing emotional health problems were the target population for this study. 30 secondary school teachers experiencing mental health problems were sampled for this study. An Emotional Health Problems Scale (EHPS) designed by Warwick-Edinburgh was adopted for this study. Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) was the major statistical tool that was employed to test seven hypotheses generated at 0.05 level of significance. The result of the findings revealed that emotional-focused therapy is effective in managing the emotional health problems of teachers in Ilorin metropolis. There were no significant main effects of age or gender on the emotional health of secondary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis. It was also revealed that there were no significant interactive effects of age or gender on the emotional health of secondary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis but significant interactive effects were found on treatment, age and gender on the emotional health of secondary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis. It was recommended that mental health professionals should consider EFT as a valuable therapeutic option for teachers experiencing emotional difficulties. Therapists should consider these demographic factors when implementing EFT and be prepared to adapt their approach accordingly.]]>
<![CDATA[Perceptions of Teachers on Guidance and Counselling Services in Junior Secondary Schools in Moro Local Government of Kwara State, Nigeria ]]>
<![CDATA[Kamaldeen, Rahmat Tinuke]]>;
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>
<![CDATA[ Jurnal Terapan Pendidikan Dasar dan Menengah Vol 4 No 4 (2024): Volume 4, Nomor 4, Desember 2024 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Blitar ]]>
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DOI: 10.28926/jtpdm.v4i4.1632
<![CDATA[The study explores the perceptions of Teachers on Guidance and Counselling Services in Junior Secondary Schools in Moro Local Government of Kwara State, Nigeria. The study used a descriptive survey design, which was mainly qualitative. The survey design is typically suitable when individuals aim to gather the opinions of participants to describe the characteristics of an existing phenomenon. The total participants of the study were 10 teachers. The primary method of data collection employed in this study was semi-structured interviews. The interviews utilised open-ended questions that aligned with the study's objectives and research questions. This study's findings indicate a common understanding among educators that guidance and counselling play a crucial role in fostering student development and ensuring school success. Concerns exist regarding the availability and effectiveness of these services. The findings suggest that schools should focus on enhancing the number of trained counsellors to provide sufficient support for students. This could entail governmental efforts to allocate resources for creating more positions and enhancing the ratios of counsellors to students.]]>
<![CDATA[Self-Management Strategies and Mastery Learning's Impacts on Civic Education Among Senior Secondary School Students ]]>
<![CDATA[Lasisi, Adekola Kamil]]>;
<![CDATA[Ibraheem, Islamiyyah Olajire]]>;
<![CDATA[Muibudeen, Ismail Alabi]]>
<![CDATA[ Guidance : Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling Vol 21 No 01 (2024): Guidance: Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Prodi Bimbingan dan Konseling Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan | Universitas Islam As-Syafi'iyah ]]>
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DOI: 10.34005/guidance.v21i01.3686
<![CDATA[This study examined self-management strategies and mastery learning's impacts on learning outcomes in civic education among senior secondary school students in Ilorin metropolis. The study employed a pretest, post-test and control group quasi-experimental design using a 3 x 2 x 3 factorial matrix. The population of this study comprised all the SS2 students in public senior secondary schools in Ilorin South. Stratified random sampling techniques were used to select the 75 SS2 students for the study. Data collected was analysed using t-test and analysis of variance (ANOVA). The result of the findings revealed that both self-management strategies and mastery learning significantly contribute to improved learning outcomes in civic education. Students who engaged in self-directed learning and mastery-oriented approaches demonstrated enhanced understanding and mastery of civic education concepts. It was recommended that there is a need to raise student awareness about the benefits of self-management and mastery learning. Encouraging students to take ownership of their learning, set goals, and adopt strategies that align with their learning styles.]]>
