ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT

This study examined the impact of poverty on the academic achievement of primary school pupils in Ekiosa Community, Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. Specifically, it investigated the relationship between family income, availability of learning materials, nutritional status, parental education, and pupils’ academic performance, as well as potential interventions that social workers and schools could implement to mitigate the effects of poverty. The study adopted a case study design involving five primary schools, with a sample of 286 respondents comprising pupils, teachers, parents, and school administrators. Data were collected through structured questionnaires, interviews, observation, and academic records. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Findings revealed that low family income, inadequate learning materials, poor nutrition, and limited parental education significantly hindered pupils’ academic achievement. The study further identified key interventions, including school feeding programs, provision of learning materials, guidance and counselling, and community social work support, as effective strategies to enhance educational outcomes. The study concluded that poverty is a major barrier to academic success, and social workers and schools play a crucial role in mitigating its adverse effects. Recommendations were made for targeted school and community interventions to improve learning opportunities for disadvantaged pupils.

This study examines the perceived influence of financial aid on students' academic achievement at the University of Benin, Edo State. Given the economic challenges affecting students' ability to finance higher education, this research explores how various forms of financial aid such as scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study programs impact academic performance. Using a survey research design, data was collected from students who receive financial aid, and their responses were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings indicate that financial aid significantly enhances students' academic performance by reducing financial stress, improving access to educational resources, and allowing students to focus on their studies. However, challenges such as delays in disbursement and insufficient funding persist. The study recommends policy interventions to improve the effectiveness and accessibility of financial aid programs, ensuring greater academic success for students in Nigerian universities

The study investigated the impact of user education on use of library among undergraduate students in the Department of Educational Management, University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions were raised and examined. The sample size for the study was made up of 89 students which were randomly selected from Library and information science. 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 descriptive statistics. The findings from the study include that there are major barriers that plaque as a challenge to the use of the library by undergraduate students in the Department of Educational Management, such barriers include deficient knowledge of proper usage of online resources, access to the use of computer gadgets and the internet, unfriendly manner of online resources, inexperience in searching of relevant information online and student inability to access the library at a convenient time. The study recommended among others that There should be a regular assessment and review of the content and delivery methods of user education programs to ensure they remain relevant and effective in meeting the evolving needs of undergraduate students. Feedback from students and faculty should be incorporated to identify areas for improvement and to make necessary adjustments to enhance program quality.

This work was carried out to find out the perception of Biology undergraduate students on the influence of fieldtrip on the academic achievement. Four research questions were raised to guide the study. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The instrument used for gathering data from the selected sample was a questionnaire. The Cronbach Alpha method was used to determine the reliability which yielded coefficient of 0.71. A total of 249 biology students (300-400level) in the University of Benin constituted the population of the study. The sample size consisted of 100 students drawn from the population of the study. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistical mean and standard deviation. The findings of this study showed that students’ academic performance would be enhance when student centered learning through field trip is used. The study found out that students learn better when they are allowed to participate actively in class by interacting with the lecturer and the colleagues. Students had a positive perception about the use of field trip in the instructional process as they were expressed. The positive perception of students on the concept and the used of fieldtrip in the instructional process accelerated an enhancement in the academic performance. Based on the findings, it was recommended that the use of field trip strategy should be encouraged and enforced in teaching biology at tertiary level. Lecturers should encouraged to use field trip strategy in teaching biology since it encourages participation and retention of scientific concept. The use of fieldtrip should be introduced to prospective lecturers in courses such as special teaching methods, instructional technologies etc.

Home Economics Education is a multidisciplinary field dedicated to equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for effective family life and productive participation in the society. At the tertiary level, Home Economics
programs prepare undergraduates for careers in education, entrepreneurship, and a range of service industries by fostering both intellectual understanding and vocational proficiency in various areas including clothing and textile. At its core, the discipline integrates theoretical principles with hands- on practice across domains such as Food and Nutrition, Family Living, Consumer Education, Housing, Child development, and Clothing and Textiles, amongst others. Clothing and Textiles, in particular, encompasses garment construction, fashion design, textile science, and clothing maintenance all of which contribute to self-reliance, sustainable living, and economic empowerment among youths and women

The study investigated the relationship between teacher motivation and student academic achievement in private secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area, Edo State, Nigeria. For the purpose of the study, seven research questions were formulated. Descriptive survey design was used for the study. The population for the study comprised 100 (50 teachers and 50 students) teachers and students in 5 private secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area. Sample size of 100 students and teachers in 5 private schools in Egor Local Government Area, Edo state was used in this study. Questionnaire on relationship between teacher motivation and student academic achievement Questionnaire (RBTMSAAQ). was used to collect data for this study. The instrument (RBTMSAAQ) was validated by the researcher through his supervisor. The testretest method was used to get the reliability co-efficient of the instrument using Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient. The data obtained for the study were analyzed using means analysis to answer the research questions while t-test was used to test the formulated hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings of the study indicate that male and female teachers in private secondary schools in Egor Local Government Area experience similar levels of motivation. The teachers’ qualifications significantly impact their motivation, shaping their attitudes toward their work. These studies reinforce the idea that private schools in Nigeria, particularly those in urban areas, often maintain a balanced approach to instructional quality across diverse disciplines.