THE KNOWLEDGE OF THE EFFECTS OF OVERCROWDING AMONG UNDERGRADUATES OF UNIVERSITY OF BENIN
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This study assesses the knowledge of the effects of overcrowding among undergraduates of University of Benin. Three research questions were asked and answered during the study using frequencies and percentages. The survey research design was adopted for this study; this is because the data is collected from a sample population with specific characteristics.
The Population of the study will be 43,679 Students. It comprises of the 15 faculties of the University of Benin. The target population comprises of full-time undergraduate students of the various faculties during the 2024/2025. Out of this population two hundred and fourth (240) sample was selected from the total population using a multi-stage sampling procedure. This approach was used because it allows the researcher to reduce the large population into smaller, manageable units while ensuring fairness and inclusiveness. The instrument used to collect data for the study was fifteen items self-structured questionnaire. The instrument for the data collection was personally administered by the researcher to the respondents. The researcher explained to the respondents how to indicate their views on each item.
On the basis of the findings made in the study, the study concludes that undergraduate students at the University of Benin possess a relatively high level of knowledge of the effects of overcrowding, and this knowledge is informed by their direct experiences within the campus environment. The researcher recommends that university of Benin should prioritize the expansion of classroom blocks, lecture halls, and hostel facilities to accommodate the increasing student population and reduce overcrowding. Also, the researcher recommends that management should adopt strategies for more efficient utilization of existing facilities, such as flexible lecture schedules and the use of multipurpose spaces. Finally, adequate ventilation systems, sanitation facilities, and health awareness programs should be provided in hostels and classrooms to mitigate the health risks associated with overcrowding.
The Population of the study will be 43,679 Students. It comprises of the 15 faculties of the University of Benin. The target population comprises of full-time undergraduate students of the various faculties during the 2024/2025. Out of this population two hundred and fourth (240) sample was selected from the total population using a multi-stage sampling procedure. This approach was used because it allows the researcher to reduce the large population into smaller, manageable units while ensuring fairness and inclusiveness. The instrument used to collect data for the study was fifteen items self-structured questionnaire. The instrument for the data collection was personally administered by the researcher to the respondents. The researcher explained to the respondents how to indicate their views on each item.
On the basis of the findings made in the study, the study concludes that undergraduate students at the University of Benin possess a relatively high level of knowledge of the effects of overcrowding, and this knowledge is informed by their direct experiences within the campus environment. The researcher recommends that university of Benin should prioritize the expansion of classroom blocks, lecture halls, and hostel facilities to accommodate the increasing student population and reduce overcrowding. Also, the researcher recommends that management should adopt strategies for more efficient utilization of existing facilities, such as flexible lecture schedules and the use of multipurpose spaces. Finally, adequate ventilation systems, sanitation facilities, and health awareness programs should be provided in hostels and classrooms to mitigate the health risks associated with overcrowding.
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