Category Archives: International Journal of Educational Research and Management Technology 2016

CONTENTS

Competencies required by Agricultural Education Lecturers in Bee Keeping for Effective Teaching of Bee Production in Tertiary Institutions in Southeastern Nigeria

Valentine S. O. Ibe & Uloh, Emeka Victor ………………………………………….…1

A Review of the Role of Different Information Systems in Modern Organizations

Agburu Ogbaji Gabriel………………………………………………………………………13

The Escape of Chief Ada Spiff to Twon-Brass and the Founding Of Gbobokiri (Ada-Ama) in 1871 and Ekperikiri 1873

Oscar Inowei – Alabo……………………………………………………….……………….22

Factors Influencing Users’ Satisfaction with E-Payment System in Nigerian Universities

Ayoade, Olusola Bamidele & Yusuf, Kemi Jemilat…………………………………….…30

Environmental Effect on Students’ Academic Performance in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Adamawa State, Nigeria

Sunday Yeduma Ben; Muazu Muhammad Habibu & Aboki Mustapha Bello…………………………………………………………………………………………..47

Assessment on the Provision and Utilization of Human Resources for Universal Basic Education Programme in Sabon Gari Local Government Area of Kaduna State

Abubakar Muhammad Lawal………………………………………………………………58

An Appraisal of the Functionality, Adequacy and Use of ICT Tools to Enhance Web-Based Learning in Benue State University, Makurdi

Tor, Shiekuma Felix;   Wisdom, Audrey Gambo& Ezekiel, Paul………………………….69

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in Libraries: A New Dimension in Librarianship

¹ Madalla Ajemasu; ² Yusuf Mohammed Inuwa; ³ Yusuf Saad & ³ Abdullshi Adamu Jumba

¹Muhammadu Wabi Library, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi

^{2 & 3} Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi

⁴ Bauchi State Library Board

Email: madallajemasu@gmail.com

Abstract:

Library is a knowledge store that is indispensable to the success of any functional education. Education without the services of a library is half-baked and can only produce narrow minded individuals who would not be productive to their communities. The literatures on library and information science indicates that Libraries started off as store houses, where books were more preserved than utilized and librarians acted like custodians and their interaction with users were minimal. Later on there was a shift in all components of library system, especially the users, the services and the staff as a result of information communication technology. Effectiveness of library services now largely depends upon the Information and Communication Technology (ICT). The advent of digital computer, telecommunication and audiovisual technologies has opened up new ways of collecting, organizing and disseminating scientific and technical information. Therefore, in a bit to justify that ICTs plays a central and critical role in library operation, this paper attempts to give reasons for libraries using ICTs, highlight the impacts of ICT on librarianship as well as identify the modern technologies used in the libraries .Problems inhibiting the deployment of ICT infrastructure and facilities in Nigerian libraries and the way forward were identified and discussed.

Keywords: Information Communication Technology (ICT); Libraries; Librarianship

Effect of Coarse Aggregate Sizes 25mm, 20mm, 15mm, 10mm and 5mm on the Strength of Concrete

Abolusoro S.A.; Gana A.J; Adewara Sunday O. & Asaolu .A.J

Department of Agriculture, Landmark University Omu-Aran, Kwara State

Department of Civil Engineering, Landmark University Omu-Aran, Kwara State Nigeria

Department of Economics, Landmark University Omu-Aran, Kwara State

Email: phildebo123@gmail.com

Abstract:

This study concentrates basically on how granite of different sizes affect the strength and performance of concrete which for different structural components such as beams and columns. All the materials where locally soursed from Landmark University and the Omu-Aran locality. Two major kinds of test where conducted on the experimental samples, which are the physical and the mechanical test. The physical test comprises of the water absorption rate test, while the mechanical test comprises of flexural strength test and the compressive strength test. Another very important test that was done was to see how cost effective the different aggregate size could be and to be able to select the one which best suits the purpose. This study will help in terms of safety determination and also cost maximization.

Key word: Effect, Coarse aggregate, Sizes strength and Concrete.

School Guidance and Counselling as a Tool for Skilled Workforce Development in Taraba State: Constraints and Prospects

Shadrach Brandford Adams

Department of General Studies

Federal Polytechnic, Bali

Email: shadrachb.adams@yahoo.co.uk

Abstract:

Though often downplayed, the ability of school guidance and counselling to develop skilled workforce in the various sectors of Taraba State cannot be overemphasized. But it is undermined by many challenges. This study examine these constraints with a view to recommend measures that can possibly address them. The study adopted a survey research design. It employed both quantitative and qualitative methods of obtaining data. The target population of the study was the senior secondary schools in Taraba State. Equally, results were determined using mean and standard deviation. The findings of the study shows that guidance and counselling faces myriads of problems in schools across the state and this has impliedly undermined it potency as a tool for skilled workforce development. Lastly, the study concludes with recommendations on the necessary conditions that will encourage and strengthen guidance and counselling in schools across the state.

Keywords: Guidance, Counselling, skilled Workforce, Development, Constraints.

Revitalizing the Sokoto State Adult Education Programmes for Social, Political and Economic Development

Muhammad,  Musa Usman

Department of Educational Foundations

Sokoto State University

Email: musamuhammad113@gmail.com

Abstract:

The need for revitalizing adult education programmes in Africa and Nigeria in particular become necessary because of the  progressive poverty, insecurity, insufficient food production, technologically non-productive education systems and low literacy rates experienced by some of the African countries. The paper examined the goals of education in Nigeria  and argued that, the present system of adult education in Nigeria may not lead the country to a rapid economic, social and political development. Whereas Nigeria has a literacy rate of fifty two percent as of 2006 and many among the African countries have literacy rates of less than fifty percent. This paper is advocating for restructuring  adult education programmes to become effectively functional for a rapid and sustainable economic, social and political change. Descriptive survey was used to design the research. Population of the study comprised of adult learners within  Sokoto Metropolis. Random purposive sampling  technique was used to administer 240 questionaires to adult education programmes participants within Sokoto metropolis. Impact of Adult Education Programmes on Social Political and Economic Assessment Questionaire.(I.A.E.P.S.P.E.A.Q) was used to collect data. The data  was analyzed  using a simple descriptive statistics on  SPSS software. The paper recommended the review of adult education curriculum and practice to suit the learning objectives of the learners and to meet up with the on-going need for rapid economic, social and political changes  in Nigeria.

Keywords: Revitalizing, Adult Education Programmes,  Social, Political, Economic, Development.

Assessment of Computer-Based Competencies needed by Confidential Secretaries for Effective Work Performance in Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State

¹Olumakinwa, Christianah Dolapo & ²Edeh, Tuke

¹The Federal Polytechnic, Ile-oluji, Ondo State

²Department of Business Education, Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo

Email: edehtuke@gmail.com

Abstract:

This study assessed computer-based competencies needed by confidential secretaries for effective work performance in tertiary institutions in Ondo State. Three research questions were raised to guide the study and one hypothesis was formulated for the study. A descriptive survey research design was used. The population of study comprised 215 confidential secretaries in public tertiary institutions in Ondo State. There was no sampling because the population was manageable hence the entire population was used.  A 30-item questionnaire structured on a 4-point rating scale was the instrument for data collection and it was validated by experts.  Pearson Product Moment Correlation was used to determine the reliability of the instrument. The mean and standard deviation were used to analyse data in respect of the research questions while t-test was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance.  The results showed that confidential secretaries in tertiary institutions in Ondo State need word processing, power-point presentation and graphic design competencies for effective work performance. The study concluded that there is no significant difference in the mean ratings of male and female secretaries on their computer based competencies needed for effective work performance.  Finally, the study recommended among others that it should be mandatory for all the confidential secretaries to possess some level of skills in computer to be able to function effectively and retain their jobs.

Keywords: Computer-Based, Competencies, Confidential, Secretaries, Performance

A Survey of Career Choices of Science Education Students in Information and Communication Technology Fields in Nigeria Universities

Ugwu Ibebuife Enemchukwu & Chukwuneke Benadette Ugochi

Department of Computer Science Education

Madonna University Nigeria, Okija Campus

Email: ibebuife.ugwu.pg41229@unn.edu.ng

Abstract:

The study seeks to survey the Career Choices of Science Education students in Information and Commutation Technology fields with their influential factors in Nigerian Universities. This study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population of the study comprised all the federal universities in Nigeria with a population size of 1680 Lecturers and Students. The sample size is 400 comprising 70 Lecturers and 330 Students of Information and Communication Technology field from all the federal Universities in the south-eastern part of Nigeria. The findings revealed that choice areas like Data processing, Database management, Computer programming and Computer networks are highly offered by a large number of the students while areas like Artificial Intelligence, Computer Information System, Knowledge Engineering and Neural Networks are offered by very few students. Also rated high as influential factors in students IT career choice of are Fund, Ignorance of nature & cost of programs and Institutions offering them and Coping phobia. 

Digital Literacy Skills for Locating and Creating Digital Information by Faculty Members in the Federal Universities of North-Eastern States of Nigeria

Suleiman Maryam Sabo, Ezra S. Gbaje and M.F Mohammed

Abstract:

This research investigated the digital literacy skills For Locating and Creating Digital Information by Faculty Members in the Federal Universities north-eastern states of Nigeria. Two research questions and were answered and data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), the research questions there are; what is the ability of library and information science faculty member in the north-eastern states of Nigeria to locate Digital information? What are the level of digital literacy skills of library and information science Faculty Members in the north-eastern states of Nigeria to create digital content?. Quantitative research method was applied in the study using random sampling technique to draw the sample. Forty-four copies of the questionnaires were administered while thirty-seven copies were completed, returned and was used in the study which represents 84% of the response rate. The finding of the study revealed that Faculty Members in the Department of Library and Information Science in the Federal University of North-eastern states of Nigeria were very confidents in the use of keywords commonly used in my discipline to search for information online, they can create content in different media for people to read online. The study recommends some steps to turn around the situations. The department of Library and Information Science in the North-Eastern States of Nigeria should ensure or organize digital literacy skills that will focus on the use of advance search in search engines. In addition Faculty members should also be taught how to recognize when to change search strategy or when their search is completed. Faculty members in the Department of Library and Information science in the North-Eastern States of Nigeria should be trained on how to cite online information resources to help them avoid being accused of plagiarism.

Conditional Constructions in the Kenyang Language

Mbu Martha Njui

Department Of English Language and Literature of English Expressions

Higher Teachers Training College

University of Maroua P.O BOX 46

Email: mbumatha80@yahoo.fr

Abstract

Conditional sentences are statements discussing known factors or hypothetical situations and their consequences. Complete conditionals sentences contain a conditional clause (often referred to as the if-clause) and the consequence. In this article we have discussed the conditional constructions in the kenyang language. Kenyang belong to the Bantu languages in which tense distinctions are made. Automatically every grammatical sentence in Kenyang is marked for tense. This is contrary to some African languages including some other Bantu languages in which aspectual distinctions are made in some sentences where no over tense makers are present. This paper is therefore out to present conditional construction in the kenyang language. It also serves as an introduction to the special issues of structures in African linguistics devoted to conditional constructions in Kenyang. We have first of all presented generalities of conditional constructions, noting the various kinds of conditionals, meanings and types of adverbial conditional clauses in the language under study. We also discussed the relationship between conditionality and causation.

Keywords: conditional construction, kenyang language, counter-facts, irrealis.

The Nature, Causes and Consequences of Cyber Crime in Tertiary Institutions in Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria

Mohammed Kudi Dukku

Department of Primary Science

School of Early Childhood Care and Primary Education

Federal College of Education (T), Gombe, Gombe State, Nigeria

Email: mohammeddukku@gmail.com

Abstract:

In Nigeria today, numerous internet assisted crimes are committed daily in various forms such as identity theft, desktop counterfeiting, internet chat room, cyber harassment, fraudulent electronic mails ,Automated Teller Machine spoofing, pornography, piracy, hacking, phishing and spamming. Usually these crimes are committed in forms like sending of fraudulent and bogus financial proposals from cyber criminals to innocent internet users. The increasing rates of cyber crime in the society have become a strong threat to Nigeria’s e-commerce growth and has led to ill- reputation intentionally and consequently denied some innocent Nigerians certain opportunities abroad. Therefore, innocent internet users should inculcate the habit of continuously updating their knowledge about the ever changing nature of ICTs, through this, they can not only be well informed about the current trends in cyber crimes, but they will also have the knowledge about different forms of the said crimes and how the cyber criminals carry out their heinous activities. Thus, they can devise means of protecting their information from cyber criminals. Internet users should be security conscious. On the whole, this paper examines the nature, causes, types and consequences of cyber crime in tertiary institutions in Gombe, Gombe State.

Key Words: Crime, Cyber crime, Cyber criminal, internet, Fraud, Perpetrator