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A Critical Examination of Political Science Curriculum Implementation in Colleges of Education in Osun-State, Nigeria Oderinde, Segun Lakin; Obadiora, Joseph Adebayo
Indonesian Journal of Education and Social Sciences Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Papanda Publishier

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/ijess.v3i1.536

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The implementation of the political science curriculum in colleges of education is of utmost importance to ensure quality education and the development of informed and responsible citizens. This study examined the implementation of political science curriculum in colleges of education, Osun State. The paper examined the appropriateness of teaching strategies adopted by political science lecturers, the relevance of instructional materials used, and students’ attitudes towards the subject matter. A survey research design was adopted for the study. All political science students in colleges of education constituted the population of the study. A sample size of 500 respondents was involved in the study. Five colleges of education were selected for the study using the purposive sampling technique. Fifty political science students were selected from each of the five colleges of education using a simple random sampling technique. A questionnaire was used for data collection. The collected data was analysed using simple percentage. Findings revealed that political science lecturers in colleges of education employed appropriate teaching strategies. Findings also showed that political science lecturers made use of relevant materials in their teaching profession. The study found that most students showed a positive attitude towards learning political science, as evidenced by their regular attendance in the classes. Thus, the study came to the conclusion that the implementation of political science curriculum in colleges of education in Osun State, Nigeria, is effective.
A Critical Analysis of the Impact of Work Overload on Lecturers' Well-Being: A Case of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria Oderinde, Segun Lakin; Akintunde, Oluwatola Y.; Ajala, Iyabo Romoke
International Journal of Qualitative Research Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): March
Publisher : CV. Literasi Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47540/ijqr.v3i3.1256

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This study examines the impact of work overload on the well-being of lecturers at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria. Work overload is a common issue faced by academic professionals, and it can lead to negative consequences for their physical and mental health. To understand the impact of work overload on the well-being of lecturers, the article provides an insight into stress and work overload. The paper also explores potential strategies to manage and mitigate work overload among lecturers. The study uses a qualitative approach and collects its data from secondary sources such as newspapers, academic journals, textbooks, theses, and dissertations, among others. The findings indicate that the lecturers face high levels of work overload, which has a significant negative impact on their physical and mental health. The study highlights the need for intervention strategies to address work overload and improve the well-being of lecturers at Obafemi Awolowo University. This study concludes that work overload has a detrimental effect on the well-being of lecturers at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.