DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT

This study assesses the library instructions and services innovation as tools for boosting patronage of library e-resources in academic library. Five research questions were raised to guide this study. The survey research design was adopted for this study; this is because the data was collected from a sample population with specific characteristics. The population of the study comprised 43,679 undergraduates from the University of Benin. Out of this population, 450 students were selected as the sample, representing those who completed and returned the questionnaire. The instrument used to collect data for the study was a 15-item self-structured questionnaire. The instrument for the data collection was personally administered by the researcher to the respondents. The findings of this study concluded that library instruction and innovative services play a significant role in enhancing students’ engagement with e-resources, but the impact is moderate. Students demonstrate awareness and willingness to use digital resources;
however, infrastructural and technical challenges limit full utilization. The study recommends that academic libraries should organize more frequent and structured library instruction sessions to improve students’ ability to locate, access, and use e-resources effectively. The study also recommends that universities should improve infrastructural and technical support, including reliable internet connectivity, sufficient computer access, and user assistance services.

This study investigates the security challenges affecting the John Harris Library, University of Benin, and examines the strategic measures adopted to combat theft for improved service delivery. Library theft manifesting in the unauthorized removal, concealment, or mutilation of information resources continues to undermine the availability, preservation, and accessibility of library materials. The study adopts a descriptive survey research design, utilizing structured questionnaires administered to library staff and registered users to obtain relevant data. A sample size of 384 respondents was determined using Cochran’s (1977) formula for infinite populations. Data collected were coded and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), with descriptive statistics such as frequency counts, percentages, and mean scores used to present the findings. The results reveal that major security challenges in the library include inadequate surveillance systems, insufficient security personnel, weak enforcement of library regulations, and users’ low awareness of library ethics. The findings also indicate that strategic measures such as the installation of electronic security devices, increased staff monitoring, user education on proper library conduct, and improved access control significantly contribute to reducing theft and enhancing service delivery. The study concludes that a comprehensive and integrated security approach is essential for safeguarding library resources and ensuring efficient information service delivery. It recommends the adoption of modern security technologies, continuous staff training, regular security evaluations, and stronger institutional policies to foster a secure and service-oriented library environment.

The study investigated the role of school library in enhancing the academic achievement among students in public senior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions were raised and examined. The sample size for the study was made up of 100 students which were randomly selected from the 20 schools in the local government. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. An analysis of data was done using frequency count and percentages. The findings from the study include that there is high level of library patronage among students in public senior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. It was concluded that school library plays a significant role in enhancing the academic achievement among students in public senior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. The study recommended among others that the government should ensure adequate funding for school libraries to acquire relevant books, digital resources, and educational materials that align with the curriculum and cater to diverse learning needs among students.

The study was carried out to investigate the roles of the school library on the academic achievement of public senior secondary school students in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. The design of the study is descriptive while the population comprised of students of SS1 and SS2 in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. The sample size for the study was 120
respondents while a researcher self-developed questionnaire formed the instrument for data collection. The instrument was validated by the project supervisor. A structured questionnaire titled “The Roles of the School Library on the Academic Achievement of the Secondary School Student” was used for collection of data from respondents. The data was analyzed using
frequency distribution, mean and standard deviation. Findings from the study reveal that public senior secondary school students in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State recognize library's significance in their academic endeavors; act as catalyst for academic success, play an instrumental role in shaping their students' academic habits, and success with the majority
actively leveraging its resources to enhance their academic performance. Based on these, the researcher recommends that there should be continuous improvement and expansion of library resources, promote the awareness of library services among students, encourage collaborative learning among others

This study investigated the assessment of the attitude of secondary school students towards Economics in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions were raised and examined. The sample size for the study was made up of 200 students randomly selected from SS1 and SS2. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. An analysis of data was done using mean score. Criterions mean score of 2.50 was used as selection criterion.The findings from the study include that teaching methods, mastery of subject matter, conducive learning environment and availability of resources all constitute factors influencing the attitude of students towards Economics. It was concluded that there is positive attitude of SS1 and SS2 students towards Economics in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. It was therefore recommended among others that since there is positive attitude of students towards the study of Economics, government should continue to ensure that the subject matter of Economics remain a top priority in order to sustain the interest of students.

This study focuses on the accountability of school fund usage by secondary school principals in ovia north east local government area of edo state. Five research questions were raised to guide the study. this study adopted the descriptive survey research design. The population of the study was 32 secondary school principals in Ovia North East local government area, of edostate. They were sampled using the random and purposive technique. The instrument used in the study was a questionnaire titled “Accountability of school fund usage by secondary principals in ovia north east local government”. Data obtained from the instrument were analyzed using frequency counts, mean, and standard deviation. Findings from the study revealed that that there is a significant difference in accountability of school fund between male and female principals, that there is a significant difference in accountability of school fund between Christian and Non-Christian principals, that there is a significant difference in accountability of school fund between old and young principals and that there is a significant difference in accountability of school fund between old and young principals in Ovia North East local Government Area of Edo State. Recommendations were made based on
the findings of the study.

This study investigated the effectiveness of the leadership style of the principal on the performance of secondary school teachers in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo state. To guide the study four research questions were raised and answered directly. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study consisted of five hundred and thirty-nine (539) teachers from the 14 public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo state. a sample of one hundred (100) teachers from 5 public secondary schools was randomly selected for the study. The research instrument used to gather data for the study was a Questionnaire titled Principal’s Leadership Styles and Teachers’ Performance Questionnaire (PLSTPQ). Data collected were analyzed using the descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation). The findings revealed that the most commonly used leadership style in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State is the Democratic leadership style. The study also revealed that the level of effectiveness of principal’s leadership styles and teachers’ level of performance in secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State is high. It was concluded that the effectiveness of principal’s leadership style positively affects teachers’ performance in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State.

This study was carried out to investigate "The impact of information technology in the information seeking behaviour of library users in Benson Idahosa University.Twenty questions This study adopted the descriptive survey design for the study and the major instrument for data collection was the questionnaire.The questionnaire was validated by the project supervisor.Thetargeted population of the study comprise of 335 students of library and information science, Benson Idahosa University, Benin, Edo state. A sample size of 101 respondents was selected using the McMorgan (2005)table for determining sample size. The result from the study shows that the information seeking behaviour of students are changing rapidly due to the emergence of web resources and this has an impact on the information seeking behaviour of library users in Benson Idahosa Univerity, Benin City, Edo state. The Information Technology (IT) has enabled libraries to improve service deliveries to students of Benson Idahosa University, Benin City, Edo State. Most current information are recorded in electronic formats and made easily accessible and retrievable for library users in Benson Idahosa University

The study investigated the impact of teachers’ qualification on students’ academic performance in Economics in public senior secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions were raised and examined. The sample size for the study was made up of one hundred (100) respondents randomly selected from20 public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. An analysis of data was done using frequency count and simple percentage. The findings from the study include that there is significant impact of teachers’ qualification on students’ academic performance in Economics in public senior secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. It was concluded that there is a significant impact of teachers’ qualification on students’ participation in classroom activities in Economics in public senior secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State.

This study was carried out to study the instructional material and student academic performance in public junior secondary school in Egor local government area of Edo state. To therefore achieve the objectives of the study three (3) research questions were raised. A descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The study population comprises all students of public junior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. The total number of students in public junior secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area is 12,000 students, based on the statistics provided by the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). The sample of this study comprised 100 junior secondary school students, selected from 10 secondary schools out of the 12 public juniour secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area, Edo State. The instrument used for data collection in this study was the “Instructional Materials and Students’ Academic Performance Questionnaire” (IMSAPQ). The validity of the questionnaire was established by the researcher’s supervisor and two other experts in the Department of Educational Management. The observations, opinions, suggestions, and corrections made by these experts were incorporated into the final version of the instrument, ensuring that it accurately measures the intended constructs. To determine the reliability of the instrument, the test-retest procedure was adopted. Thereafter, their responses on the two occasions was collated and correlated to determine its correlation coefficient using Pearson product movement correlation statistics the instruments yielded a coefficient value of 0.72 which shows that the instrument was reliable. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that instructional materials significantly enhance the academic performance of students in public junior secondary schools in the Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. While overall academic performance is high, there is a notable gap in English performance in certain schools, which points to an area requiring focused improvement. The use of varied instructional materials, including visual, digital, and audio-visual resources, is linked to improved student engagement, understanding, and retention. However, the discrepancies in performance across schools highlight the need for targeted interventions, particularly in schools where English language performance lags behind. Based on the findings, it is recommended that: Government and Educational Authorities should invest in providing schools with a more consistent supply of instructional materials, including digital and visual resources, to ensure all students have access to high-quality learning tools. Teachers should receive regular professional development opportunities to enhance their proficiency in using instructional materials effectively, with a focus on integrating digital and multimedia tools into their teaching strategies