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Improving Secondary School Students’ Achievement in Chemistry Through Interaction Pattern Approach Nwafor, Stephen Chinedu; Ezeanya, Maureen Chinyere; Ameh, Rachael Folake; Muoneke, Nneora Mary
JOURNAL OF DIGITAL LEARNING AND DISTANCE EDUCATION Vol. 3 No. 4 (2024): Journal of Digital Learning and Distance Education (JDLDE)
Publisher : RADINKA JAYA UTAMA PUBLISHER

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56778/jdlde.v3i4.340

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The study determined the effect of interaction pattern approach on secondary students’ achievement in Chemistry. The study was carried out in Awka South Local Government Area of Anambra State. The study employed a quasi-experimental research design. Specifically, the pre-test, post-test non-equivalent control group design was used. A sample size of 112 (45 male & 67 female) out of the 1,522 senior secondary two (SS2) Chemistry students was selected using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. A 50 multiple-choice objective items Chemistry Achievement Test (CAT) developed by the researchers was the instrument used for data collection. The reliability index of 0.92 was obtained for CAT using Kendall’s Coefficient of Concordance (w). Data were analysed mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study revealed that interaction pattern approach (IPA) significantly improves students’ achievement in Chemistry than the conventional lecture approach (CLA). Gender has no significant influence on students’ achievement in chemistry when taught using IPA. Also, there is no significant interaction effect of instructional approaches and gender on students’ achievement in chemistry. Based on the findings, it was recommended that chemistry teachers should make use of IPA to improve students’ achievement in the subject and promote gender friendly chemistry teaching and learning.
Enhancing Students’ Self-Confidence and Critical Thinking Ability in Identifying Physical and Chemical Changes Using Technology-Assisted Constructivist Approaches Ajayi, Victor Oluwatosin; Ameh, Rachael Folake; Alabi, Ayodeji Olorunmeye
Journal of Research in Science and Mathematics Education Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): April
Publisher : EDUPEDIA PUBLISHER

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/jrsme.v4i1.1367

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Purpose: This study examined the effectiveness of technology-assisted constructivist approaches—namely, the Predict-Explain-Observe-Explain (PEOE) and Invitation-Exploration-Proposing Explanation-Taking Action (IEPT) models—in enhancing senior secondary students’ self-confidence and critical thinking in identifying physical and chemical changes. Methodology: A quasi-experimental, non-randomized pre-test, post-test control group design was employed. Instruments used were the Physical and Chemical Changes Self-Confidence Scale (PCCSS) and the Critical Thinking Ability Test (CTAT), both validated by subject experts. The study population consisted of 5,543 SS1 Chemistry students in Dekina Local Government Area, Kogi State, Nigeria. A sample of 228 students from six schools was selected through multi-stage sampling. Four research questions and four null hypotheses guided the study. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). Findings: Results indicated statistically significant differences in students’ mean self-confidence and critical thinking scores across the PEOE, IEPT, and traditional discussion groups [F(2, 227) = 2325.074, p < .05; F(2, 227) = 209.004, p < .05]. However, no significant interaction effects were found between instructional method and gender on students’ self-confidence or critical thinking scores [F(2, 227) = .085, p > .05; F(2, 227) = .225, p > .05]. Significance: The study concludes that technology-assisted constructivist strategies significantly improve students’ cognitive and affective engagement in Chemistry. It is recommended that Chemistry educators integrate the PEOE and IEPT models to foster deeper understanding, self-confidence, and critical thinking in distinguishing between physical and chemical changes.
An Online Survey of Science Educators’ Challenges of Implementing Digital Pedagogy in Public Universities in Kogi State, Nigeria Ajayi, Victor Oluwatosin; Ameh, Rachael Folake; Penda, Bibiana Mwuese; Uyeh, Daniel Terkula
Journal of Research in Science and Mathematics Education Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): December
Publisher : EDUPEDIA PUBLISHER

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/jrsme.v4i3.1687

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Purpose: This study explored the perceived challenges faced by science educators in implementing Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITS) in pedagogical practices at public universities in Kogi State, Nigeria. Methodology: The study employed an exploratory approach using data from 52 science educators across four public universities. There was no sampling since the population was manageable. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. An online Google form survey questionnaire titled Challenges of Implementing Intelligent Tutoring System Questionnaire (CIITSQ) was used for data collection. CIITSQ was trial tested, yielding a reliability value of 0.88 using Cronbach’s alpha. The CIITSQ contained 22 items. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation scores, while the null hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics. Findings: The study revealed inadequate technological infrastructure, financial constraints, lack of skilled personnel and training and ethical and social concerns as major barriers to the effective Implementation of ITS in pedagogical practices. The study also revealed that measures to address the challenges of implementing ITS in pedagogical practices involve a multifaceted approach, focusing on educators’ training, investment in technological infrastructure, curriculum development, institutional support, and addressing attitudinal and ethical concerns. Significance: The findings suggest that to harness the benefits of ITS in pedagogical practices successfully, a balanced approach is required, emphasizing strategic investments in robust AI-ITS and other ICT infrastructure, comprehensive training programs for educators, and the development of ethical guidelines and regulatory frameworks tailored to the local context.
An Online Survey of Science Educators’ Challenges of Implementing Digital Pedagogy in Public Universities in Kogi State, Nigeria Ajayi, Victor Oluwatosin; Ameh, Rachael Folake; Penda, Bibiana Mwuese
Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/jmrd.v3i1.2281

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This study explored an online survey of science educators’ challenges of implementing digital pedagogy in public universities in Kogi State, Nigeria. The population of this study consists of 52 science educators in the four public universities in Kogi State, Nigeria. There was no sampling since the population was manageable. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. An online google form survey questionnaire titled Challenges of Implementing Digital Pedagogy Questionnaire (CIDPQ) was the instrument used for data collection. CIDPQ was trial tested which yielded a reliability value of 0.88 using Cronbach Alpha. The CIDPQ contained 22-items. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation scores while the null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance using t-test statistics. The study revealed that there is no significant difference between the mean ratings of male and female science educators on challenges of implementing digital pedagogy (t=1.89, df=50, P>0.05). There was no significant difference between the mean ratings of male and female science educators on measures that could address the challenges of implementing digital pedagogy (t=1.76, df=50, P>0.05). Thus, there is need for universities administrators and other relevant educational stakeholders to provide sufficient and accessible ICT resources and also provide continuous professional development on how to effectively implement digital pedagogy
Co-Authors Ajayi, Victor Oluwatosin Alabi, Ayodeji Olorunmeye Ezeanya, Maureen Chinyere Muoneke, Nneora Mary Nwafor, Stephen Chinedu Penda, Bibiana Mwuese Uyeh, Daniel Terkula