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Utilization of Library Resources among Students of Government Senior Secondary School Kyan Rikkos, Jos Plateau State, Nigeria Favour Ehi Attah; Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Muhammad Daud
Britain International of Linguistics Arts and Education (BIoLAE) Journal Vol 6 No 3 (2024): Britain International of Linguistics, Arts and Education - November
Publisher : Britain International for Academic Research (BIAR) Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biolae.v6i3.1195

This study examined the utilization of library resources among students of Government Senior Secondary School Kyan Rikkos, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria, addressing three research questions. A descriptive survey research design, specifically a cross-sectional survey, was employed. The study population comprised 314 senior secondary school students, with a sample of 100 students selected through simple random sampling. The sample included 30 students from SS I, 40 students from SS II, and 30 students from SS III. Data collection was conducted using a structured questionnaire titled Questionnaire on Utilization of Library Resources among Students of Government Senior Secondary School (SQULRS). The instrument underwent face and content validation and achieved a reliability coefficient of 0.81. Data were analyzed using simple percentages, frequency counts, and mean methods. Findings revealed that the use of library resources significantly influences students' academic achievements, educational progress, comprehension, overall knowledge, and intellectual capacity. The study also highlighted varied student perceptions of library resources, with some viewing them as essential materials and equipment, while others saw them as tools to enhance learning. The study concluded that the utilization of library resources is affected by various internal and external factors. It recommended that school administrators actively encourage library usage among students and that parents and teachers promote library engagement to support students’ intellectual development.

Civic Knowledge and Civic Skills in Social Studies as Predictors of Patriotic Citizens among Undergraduate Social Studies Students in the University of Jos, Nigeria Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Garba Muftahu Abdullahi; Christiana Ochanya Abah; Salahuddin
Britain International of Linguistics Arts and Education (BIoLAE) Journal Vol 6 No 3 (2024): Britain International of Linguistics, Arts and Education - November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biolae.v6i3.1196

This study investigated civic skills and civic knowledge as predictors of patriotism among undergraduate students in the University of Jos. The study was guided by three objectives and three corresponding research questions were answered. The study used a survey research design specifically cross-sectional survey research design. The population was made up of 1,457 students of social studies and students taking social studies as elective across 100 to 400 levels in the Department of Social Science Education University of Jos. A sample of 400 students were selected using proportional stratified technique. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection developed by the researcher. The questionnaire was subjected to face and content validity by experts. The reliability was established at 0.76. The data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential statics of mean and standard deviation through SPSS. The analysis revealed among other things that that, the corruption and impunity in the Nigeria society as well as inequality, lack of social justices, poor leadership and poor citizenship education are causes of poor patriotism among undergraduate students s shown in the study. The study recommended among other things that, there should a robust curriculum review to promote holistic teaching and inculcation of civic knowledge and skills in students for patriotism.

Impact of Academic Library Resources on Learning and Research among Nursing and Midwifery Students at the University Of Jos Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Favour Ehi Attah; Ardi Alfaris
Britain International of Linguistics Arts and Education (BIoLAE) Journal Vol 6 No 3 (2024): Britain International of Linguistics, Arts and Education - November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biolae.v6i3.1207

This study investigated impact of academic library resources on learning and research among nursing and midwifery students at the University of Jos. the study was guided by four objectives and the study also answered four research questions. The population comprised 515 undergraduate students from the Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Jos, during the 2020/2021 academic session, encompassing students from 100 to 500 levels. A sample of 200 students was selected using proportional stratified sampling, ensuring representation from all levels and both genders. The sampling fraction of 0.24% was applied to each stratum to determine the sample size for each level. Data collection was facilitated through a researcher-developed structured questionnaire titled “Students’ Questionnaire on Influence of Academic Library on Learning and Research among Nursing and Midwifery Students” (SQIALLRNMS). The questionnaire underwent expert validation to ensure relevance, accuracy, and adequacy. Reliability was established using the internal consistency form of reliability through split-half method, yielding a coefficient of 0.76. Data analysis was conducted using descriptive and inferential statistics via SPSS software. The study revealed among other things that, academic library has significant positive influence on learning of undergraduate nursing and midwifery students in the university of Jos. Also that, academic library significantly influences research writing and development among undergraduate nursing and midwifery students in the university of Jos among others. The study also recommended among other things that, students should be sensitized on the need to use library services and how to judiciously utilize the library to improve their learning and research and that, there should be training and retraining of library staff for their attitude and ways of assisting users to better use the library services among others.

The Role of the Media in Building Democracy in Nigeria: Focus On Freedom of the Press Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Salahuddin
Konfrontasi: Jurnal Kultural, Ekonomi dan Perubahan Sosial Vol 11 No 3 (2024): Konfrontasi, September
Publisher : Budapest International Research and Critics University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/konfrontasi2.v11i3.310

This study investigated the role of media in building democracy in Nigeria: Focus on freedom of the press. The study was guided by three objectives and also answered three research questions. In conducting this study, the researcher used a descriptive survey research design. The study population consist of citizens of Nigeria across the North Central region. From the population a sample size of 200 respondents were selected using multi stage sampling. Multi stage sampling is suitable because it gives room and possibility for all elements to be fairly represented. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire developed by the researcher. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire developed by the researcher. The instrument was subjected to expert scrutiny to establish content validity. The reliability was also established using internal consistency through Alpha Cronbach method and the reliability coefficient was ascertain at 0.79 which shows that the instrument was reliable. The analysis was performed using descriptive statistics through mean and standard deviation computed using SPSS version 25.0. The analysis revealed among other things that, media is a watchdog of the society and also underscores the role of media in promoting the information and educating the citizenry for healthy democracy. Also that, the freedom of the media should be promoted to promote healthy democracy. The study recommended among other things that, government and stakeholders should ensure strengthening legal protections for journalists to safeguard press freedom and reduce censorship and also should promote media independence by establishing regulatory frameworks that limit government influence and ownership bias among others.

Students Leadership and School Effectiveness in Public Secondary Schools in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Muhammad Ridwan
Britain International of Linguistics Arts and Education (BIoLAE) Journal Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Britain International of Linguistics, Arts and Education - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biolae.v7i1.1257

This study students leadership and school effectiveness in public secondary schools in Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State. The study was guided by five objectives and answered five corresponding research questions four null hypothesis were also tested at 0.05 level of significance. Extensive literature was reviewed. The research design employed was a survey research design specifically cross-sectional survey. The population of this study consisted of all 20 registered public secondary schools in Jos South LGA, Plateau State, with a total of 2,041 SS II students and 20 SS II form teachers, one from each school. The researcher used a sample size of 210 participants, comprising both students and teachers selected from 10 public schools, with 20 SS II students drawn from each school and one SS II form teacher from each selected school. Sample of students were drawn using simple random sampling while form teachers were selected using purposive sampling. the researcher used two questionnaires one for the students and one for the teachers titled “Students Leadership and School Effectiveness Questionnaire for Students’’ (SLSEQS) and Students Leadership and School Effectiveness Teachers Questionnaire’’ (SLSETQ) for both students and teachers respectively. Both questionnaires were subjected to content validity by experts. Internal consistency reliability type was established for both through PPMC at 0.78 and 0.81 for students are teachers questionnaire respectively. The data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The study revealed among other things that the functions of different student leaders, including library prefects, assembly prefects, labour prefects, and sports prefects, were found to influence various aspects of school administration and student engagement. The study also recommended among other things that, school authorities should provide structured training for student leaders to enhance their leadership skills and effectiveness in school administration.

Influence of Classroom Management Style on Senior Secondary Students’ Performance in Jos North Local Government Area Shittu Lukman Olayinka; Muhammad Ridwan
Britain International of Linguistics Arts and Education (BIoLAE) Journal Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Britain International of Linguistics, Arts and Education - March
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33258/biolae.v7i1.1296

This study examined the influence of Classroom management style on senior secondary students’ performance in Jos North Local Government Area. The study was guided by four objectives. Inline with these objectives the study answered four corresponding research questions and tested two null hypotheses. Extensive literature was reviewed. The research design employed was a survey research design specifically cross-sectional survey research design. The population of this study comprised 1,231 Senior Secondary School (SS II) students in the 22 registered public secondary schools in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, Nigeria. From this population, a sample of 200 SS II students was selected from ten public secondary schools out of the 22 registered public using simple random sampling technique. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire titled "Students Questionnaire on Teachers' Classroom Management Style and Students’ Academic Performance Questionnaire" (SQTCM). Content validity was established for the instrument and internal consistency reliability was also established and reliability index of 0.76 was established. Data was analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Mean and standard deviation was used in answering the research questions while t-test was used in testing the hypotheses. The study revealed that, effective classroom management positively influences students' academic performance by creating an organised and focused learning environment among other things. the study recommended among other things that, teachers should adopt a balanced classroom management style that combines clear rule-setting with student involvement to create a conducive learning environment and enhance student engagement.

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