EDUCATION,

.This study examined the impact of teaching experience of chemistry teachers on the teaching and learning process of chemistry in secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area (LGA) of Edo State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised Senior Secondary School II (SS II) students and chemistry teachers in public secondary schools within the study area. A total sample of 61 students and 20 chemistry teachers was selected using simple random and proportionate sampling techniques. Data were collected using two structured questionnaires designed for teachers and students, respectively. The instruments were validated by experts, and reliability was established using the test retest method. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequency counts and percentages. Findings revealed that teaching experience significantly enhances chemistry teachers’ instructional effectiveness, classroom management, and ability to explain complex concepts. The results also showed that experienced teachers are more proficient in selecting and using instructional materials, conducting practical lessons, and addressing students’ misconceptions. Furthermore, the availability and effective use of laboratory apparatus were found to positively influence students’ understanding and academic performance in chemistry. The study concluded that teaching experience plays a vital role in improving the quality of chemistry instruction and students’ academic achievement. It was therefore recommended that educational stakeholders prioritize teacher retention, continuous professional development, and adequate provision of laboratory facilities to enhance chemistry teaching and learning outcomes in secondary schools.

This study investigates the knowledge and practices related to graceful aging among undergraduates at the University of Benin, Edo State, Nigeria. Two research questions were raised to guide the study and two hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance The study uses a descriptive survey research design, with a sample of 100 students selected through stratified random sampling from five faculties. The research instrument is a structured questionnaire designed to assess students' knowledge of graceful aging practices and their engagement in such practices. Findings reveal that while most students are aware of the factors that contribute to graceful aging, such as regular physical exercise, balanced nutrition, and stress management, there are gaps in their practical engagement with these behaviors. Only a small percentage of students engage consistently in practices such as maintaining a balanced diet, managing stress, and getting adequate sleep. The study concludes that while awareness of graceful aging is high among university students, there is a need for targeted educational interventions to bridge the gap between knowledge and actual practices

This study examines the solid waste management practices in Sapele, the challenges hindering effective waste management, the role of the local government, and residents' attitudes toward waste disposal. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, allowing for data collection from a
representative sample without manipulation. The study population comprised residents aged 18 to 65 years who are directly involved in waste generation, collection, disposal, and management. A total of 490 respondents participated in the study, and data were collected using a self-structured questionnaire. The analysis was conducted using mean and standard deviation. Findings indicate that while waste collection services are available, unsustainable practices such as illegal dumping and open burning persist. A significant gap exists in waste segregation, recycling, and composting due to inadequate public awareness, poor infrastructure, and weak enforcement of waste regulations. The local government plays a vital role in waste management; however, challenges such as insufficient waste bins, ineffective penalties, and limited funding hinder progress. Despite these challenges, residents exhibit a positive attitude toward waste management, recognizing its importance and expressing willingness to participate in community clean-up efforts and pay for waste
collection services. The study recommends a multi-faceted approach to improving waste management in Sapele, including increased investment in infrastructure, stricter enforcement of waste disposal regulations, expansion of recycling programs, and intensified public awareness campaigns. Strengthening collaboration between government agencies, private waste management firms, and local communities is essential to developing a more sustainable and efficient waste management system. These findings have significant implications for environmental and safety education, highlighting the need for integrating waste management strategies into school curricula, fostering
community-based environmental programs, and promoting sustainable waste management practices for long-term environmental sustainability.

This study investigated school facilities maintenance and principals' administrative effectiveness in public secondary schools in Edo State. Nine research questions were raised and seven hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The design of the study was descriptive survey based on correlational method. The population of the study constituted the 308 principals in the 308 public secondary schools and 495 teachers who served as respondents in the three senatorial districts of Edo State. The sample size of the study was 64 principals in the 64 public secondary schools in the three senatorial districts of Edo State, constituting 20% of the population. Eight teachers per sampled school were purposefully selected to serve as respondents. The proportional random sampling technique, using the multi stage sampling procedure was used for the selection. Two validated research instruments titled “School Facilities Maintenance Questionnaire” (SFMQ) and “Principals’ Administrative Effectiveness Questionnaire” (PAEQ) with a reliability coefficient of 0.88 and 0.74 respectively were used for the study. The Mean and Standard Deviation, Pearson r and Fisher’s Z statistics were used to analyze the data. Findings from the study revealed that the level of facilities maintenance and principals’ administrative effectiveness in public secondary schools in Edo State was low. The study also revealed a significant relationship between school facilities maintenance and principals’ administrative effectiveness in public secondary schools in Edo State. The sex and experience of the principals were also found to be significant, in that male principals and more experienced principals carried out maintenance practices than female and less experienced principals. However, there was no significant relationship between facilities maintenance and principals.

This study examines the role of oral literature in preserving cultural heritage among students of Oredo Girls College, Benin City, Edo State. The research was guided by three questions focusing on the genres of oral literature used in the school, the roles these forms play in cultural preservation, and the challenges affecting their sustainability. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, with a population of 750 students from which 100 respondents were selected using simple random sampling. A structured questionnaire served as the primary instrument for data collection, and the data were analysed using descriptive statistics such as frequency, percentage, mean, and standard deviation. Findings revealed that genres such as storytelling, folktales, proverbs, traditional songs, myths, and legends are actively used within the school environment to promote cultural continuity. The study further showed that oral literature strengthens students’ connection to their cultural roots, enhances understanding of societal values, shapes cultural identity, reinforces moral development, and helps preserve indigenous languages. The study concludes that oral literature remains an essential tool for transmitting cultural heritage, but its effectiveness depends on deliberate educational and community efforts. It recommends curriculum integration, teacher training, cultural clubs, and school-community partnerships to sustain and promote
oral traditions among students.

This study investigated the influence of play method on the academic performance of pupils in public primary schools in Oredo Local Government Area, Edo State. The study was necessitated by the persistent use of traditional teacher-centred
methods in early childhood classrooms, which often limit pupils’ active participation and holistic development. Four research questions were raised to guide this study. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised 300 teachers in public primary schools in Oredo Local
Government Area, from which a sample of 60 teachers were selected using stratified sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire titled Influence of Play Method on Academic Performance of Pupils in Public Primary Schools. The instrument used for the collection of data was questionnaire a reliability coefficient of 0.90. was obtained and analysed using mean, standard deviation, and independent t-test at 0.05 level of significance, based on the questions raised and data collected the study revealed that play method significantly enhances pupils’ understanding of lessons, participation, and retention, thereby improving academic performance. The study also revealed that school environment significantly influences the effectiveness of play method, with adequate learning space, availability of play materials, and a child-friendly environment enhancing learning outcomes. Based on the findings the study recommended integration of play into the curriculum and provision of play materials.

The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship
between principals leadership styles and job satisfaction of teachers in Oredo local government area of Edo State. A descriptive survey research design was employed in this study. four(4) research questions were raised to guide the study. The target population of the study two hundred and eighty eight (288) teachers with eleven (11) public senior schools in Oredo local government area, with sample size of One hundred (100) teachers from eleven (11) senior secondary schools in Oredo local government area were randomly sampled from the population. A structured questionnaire was used for data collection. The questionnaire was validated by the researcher's supervisor and two other experts in the Department of Educational Management; while the test- re test reliability method was adopted to ascertain the reliability of the instrument. Data collected were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. The study reveals that Principals in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area have good leadership styles. The level of job satisfaction of teachers in public secondary schools in Oredo Local Government Area is high .Based on the findings of the study, the following recommendations were made for the study: Teachers should be given promotion when due and in service training should be implemented .The teachers should be highly remunerated .Health insurance, staff accommodation and high remuneration, should be given to teachers regardless of position, it will increase the productivity of a teacher. Appreciation and appraisal should be given to teachers in other to performance well in the teaching process. Intrinsic motivation and extrinsic motivation should be highly considered in the teaching profession .The government should give a strict follow up of the financial budget allocate to the Education sector

Thestudy investigated the influence of audio-visual resources in the learning of English Language in Junior Secondary Schools in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. Four research questions were raised to guidethestudy. The study adopted descriptive survey research design. The population of the study was a total number of all junior secondary school students in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. The sample size for this study is a total number of one hundred (100) students adopting the simple random sampling technique. The data retrieved from respondents were critically examined and checked for completeness and accuracy. Data was analyzed bytheuseofpercentagesandfrequencytables. From the findings of the study, it was discovered that a lot of problems militate against the use of audio-visual aids in schools, which majorly was inadequatefundingandlack of powersupply inmost secondaryschoolsthat even have them available. In others schools, audio-visual aids was not even availableforuseatall.Also,itwasdiscoveredthatmostteachersdon’t have theknowledgeoftheuse ofaudio-visual devicesthattheyskipitmost times to shift to the regular teaching method which is the lecture method. Therefore,itwasrecommendedthatthereshouldbeadequatefundingbythe authorities concerned for the provision of these facilities, and also that teachers be trained on how to use these devices for teaching students in schools. It was also recommended that schools should be connected to a powersource ,either direct current or from A power generatingset.

This study critically examined the Socratic Method as a template to appraise the nature of critical and reflective thinking in the pedagogical process of Nigeria’s basic
education in developing the educated person. The study explicated how Socratic Tradition can assist pedagogically, the development of critical minded student in Nigeria’s Basic level of education. Five research questions guided the study and the scope of the study is to
analyse how critical thinking is embedded within educational frameworks, curricula, and pedagogical practices, with a focus on its implicit presence and the extent to which it is explicitly taught, assessed and on students learning outcome. The study as one in the field of educational philosophy applied the relevant qualitative tools and techniques that ensured academic rigor. In this study, the attempt was on analysis of the epistemic imports of Socratic Tradition for education and the educated person and implication to Nigeria’s basic education. Specifically, the study relied on documentary analysis, which is interpretive phenomenological research method pivoted on hermeneutics, and also utilized the traditional methods of enquiry: namely the speculative;
analytic; and prescriptive methods. Findings revealed that the current ineffective pedagogical strategies in Nigerian schools like conformist model and authoritarian model are methods that kill creative ability of learners through teachers’ activities. If application of critical thinking pedagogy can be reawakened or energised in Nigerian educational philosophy and practice, there is every tendency that the quality of education received in Nigeria will improve through the deducible principles of Socrates. These principles includes mutual dialogue, appropriate questioning that engender enquiry, relaxed and conducive environment, linking curriculum contents and classroom activities to life outside classroom through solving true life problems in the classroom. On the basis of this deduction, it is therefore recommended for teachers at all levels of education, especially at the basic education level, as a paradigm shift in pedagogical skills, the acquisition and employment of critical thinking in developing more active learners by acquiring the skills of problem-solving, moral formation, independent thinking and autonomous learning through the process of teaching and learning in a formal school setting.

The importance of Safety cannot be overemphasized. It has also been largely discovered that accidents that occur in the workshops have been linked with the disregard tor sleety skill and competencies to be possessed and practiced by concerned individuals. This study Was carried out to analyze and assess the Safety skills and competencies required of Industrial technical education students in Nigerian Universities using the University of Benin as a case study. The design adopted for the study was the descriptive survey research design. The target population of the study comprised all 100 to 400 level students in industrial technical education in the department of vocational and technical education in the University of Benin, 2019/2020 academic session, making up a total of one hundred and thirty-five (143) students. A Sample or fifty-seven (57) students representing forty percent (40 %) of the total population was drawn and used for the study. The structured questionnaire was used as instrument for data collection. Four research questions were X formulated for the study. In ensuring the validity of the research instrument, the instrument was submitted to the project supervisor who effected corrections tor further validation by two other experts before administering the questionnaire to the respondents. The corrections and suggestions were incorporated into the final draft of the instrument. The questionnaire was examined reliable using the internal consistency method, by employing Cronbach Alpha statistics. The reliability co-efficient (r) was obtained to be 0.72. Mean (X) and Standard Deviation (SD) were used to calculate and analyze the data from the questionnaire items to answer the research questions. The result of the study revealed that many safety skills are required by students in handling hand tools in the Industrial Workshop. These skills include ability to: select the right tools for the job, avoid using tools without handles, use insulated hand tools for electrical work; Give a tool to colleague through the handle etc. The result of the study also showed many safety skills that are required for operating machine tools in the Industrial Workshop. These include ability to: protect hands with gloves and wear safety shoes when operating portable tools and machines, wear approved eye protector when operating a power tool, test the power tool or machine for functionality before use, etc. The study revealed the personal protective equipment and material required by students in Industrial Technical Education which agree with Everett and Jenkins (2001) and ITF (2011) that such equipment include: Safety goggles; Fire extinguishers; Functional first aid box; Safety helmet; etc. Based on the findings of the study, some of the recommendations made include; Safety skills and competencies should be included in the curriculum of every technical course of study and at all educational levels, workshop/seminars should be regularly organized for Industrial Technical education teachers to acquaint them with the recent safety skills and competencies required by students for sate workshop practice and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) should incorporate safety skills and competencies in the curriculum as well as in the regulatory or quality assurance programme.