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The role of guidance and counselling services in addressing indiscipline among secondary school students in Nigeria Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Ibraheem, Islamiyyah Olajire
Journal of Educational Management and Instruction (JEMIN) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): December 2023
Publisher : UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22515/jemin.v3i2.8425

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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.
Self-Monitoring and Self-Esteem as Predictors of Academic Procrastination Among Postgraduate Students Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Salihu, Nurudeen Oganija
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.v19i2.8344

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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.
Demographic Factors Influencing Career Aspirations of Secondary School Students in Kwara State, Nigeria Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Alabi, Mutiu Ayofe
International Journal of Research in Education Vol 4, No 1 (2024): Issued in January 2024
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v4i1.17473

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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.
Emotional-focused skills as determinants of marital satisfaction among postgraduate students Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Shittu, Abdullateef
Edukasi Vol 17, No 2 (2023): Educational Theory and Practice, Educational policy and reform
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/edukasi.v17i2.50057

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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
Demographic Factors and Truancy Behaviour among Secondary School Students in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State Ehindero, Elizabeth Ronke; Lasisi, Adekola Kamil
Suluh: Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): Suluh : Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/suluh.v10i1.8285

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Background: Contemporary secondary school students exhibit a wide range of social maladjustment behaviours, especially truancy. Given this, the present study looked into the Demographic Factors Influencing Truancy Behaviour among Secondary School Students in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State. Method: The study used descriptive survey design with a multi-stage sampling procedure which involved purposive, stratified, and simple random methods. The research involved a total of 400 participants. The "Truancy Behaviour Scale (TBS)", was adapted to gather pertinent data. The instrument underwent validation by five seasoned lecturers specializing in Guidance and Counseling Educational Management and Test and Measurement. To assess the instrument's reliability, the researcher utilised the test Split-half method, yielding a reliability coefficient of 0.74. Demographic data was analyzed with frequency counts and percentages, and the four hypotheses formulated were tested using t-test and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at a significance level of 0.05. The findings show that demographic variables of student, family and school contributed significantly to truancy behaviour. The four null hypotheses tested in this study indicate that there was a significant difference in the demographic factors contributing to truancy behaviour among secondary school students in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State, based on gender and family type (t = 2.88, p <0.05); (t = 2.56, p <0.05). Nonetheless, no significant differences were found based on the respondents' age and religion.
Age and Psychological Well-being as Predictors of Male Child Parenting among Married Adults Sanni, Ramata Funsho; Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Ahmed, Taiye Hassan
Suluh: Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): Suluh : Jurnal Bimbingan dan Konseling
Publisher : Institute for Research and Community Services Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33084/suluh.v10i1.8303

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Age is a critical factor in parenting, as parenting styles and attitudes can vary significantly across different age groups. Psychological well-being encompasses an individual's emotional health, life satisfaction, and overall mental state. The study examined age and psychological well-being as predictors of Male Child Parenting among married adults in Kwara State. A descriptive survey was used. The study was conducted on 384 married adults in Kwara Central Senatorial District, Kwara State, using a self-designed questionnaire called "Age and Psychological Wellbeing as Predictors of Male Child Parenting Questionnaire (APWDMCPQ). The questionnaire was validated by experts and its reliability was established through pilot testing using the Split-half method. The results were correlated using Spearman-Brown Correlation Coefficient Statistics (PBCCS) with a reliability index of 0.76. The study used mean and standard deviation to present answers to research questions, and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistics to test hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The study show that there is a significant effect of age on male child parenting (F.cal.=25.60, p.<0.05). The study found that there is no significant effect of psychological well-being on male child parenting (F.cal.=3.34, p.>0.05). The study found that age significantly impacts male-child parenting, but parental psychological well-being doesn't significantly affect it. It recommended that married adults aged 25-35 and 36-45 should seek counselling to develop appropriate parenting skills. Additionally, they should be educated on coping mechanisms to withstand the pressure of parenting male children, improving their psychological well-being and enabling effective male child parenting.
Understanding the Complexities of Educational Change Resistance amongst Academic Staffs Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Oreagba, Fatimah; Abdulkareem, Habibat Bolanle
Indonesian Journal of Educational Research and Review Vol. 7 No. 1: April 2024
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/ijerr.v7i1.73467

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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.
A CORRELATIONAL STUDY OF WORK STRESS AND JOB PERFORMANCE AMONG BANK EMPLOYEES IN ILORIN METROPOLIS Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Annor, Patricia Omioguele
Counsenesia Indonesian Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5 No 2 (2024): COUNSENESIA 2024
Publisher : Program Studi Bimbingan dan Konseling Universitas Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/cijgc.v5i2.4142

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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.
INFLUENCE OF GENDER AND COURSE STREAM ON EXAMINATION ANXIETY AMONG COLLEGES OF EDUCATION STUDENTS IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA Adio, AbdulGafar Alafara; Lasisi, Adekola Kamil
Counsenesia Indonesian Journal Of Guidance and Counseling Vol 5 No 2 (2024): COUNSENESIA 2024
Publisher : Program Studi Bimbingan dan Konseling Universitas Tunas Pembangunan Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36728/cijgc.v5i2.4258

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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.
Effects of Emotional-Focused Therapy on the Management of Emotional Health Problems of Teachers in Ilorin Metropolis Lasisi, Adekola Kamil; Annor, Patricia Omioguele
Educational Psychology Journal Vol. 12 No. 2 (2023): December 2023
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/epj.v12i2.9683

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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.