ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMME

This study was carried out to examine management structure for enhancing teaching in adult
literacy centres in Edo State. The study was carried out to examine the management structures in
enhancing teaching and learning in adult literacy centres, examine the relationship between the
management structures and effective teaching and learning in adult literacy centres, examine the
challenges in managing adult literacy centres, and suggest ways for improving on good
managerial structures in adult literacy centres in Nigeria. The survey design was adopted and the
simple random sampling techniques were employed in this study. The population size comprises
of management staff of adult literacy centres Edo State. In determining the sample size, the
researcher conveniently selected 100 respondents were validated. Self-constructed and validated
questionnaire was used for data collection. The collected and validated questionnaires were
analyzed using frequency tables and mean scores. While the hypotheses will be tested using
Pearson correlation statistical tool, SPSS v23. The result of the findings reveals that the
management structures in enhancing teaching and learning in adult literacy centres includes:
planning, leading, organizing, controlling. Furthermore, the result of the findings reveals that the
ways for improving on good managerial structures in adult literacy centres in Nigeria includes:
adequate provision of fund, delegating duties and ensuring the free flow of information, adequate
motivation of workers, and proper planning and execution. Therefore, it is recommended that the
state agency for Adult and Non-Formal Education, should adopt the strategies for effective
management of adult education within the state. The agency should also organize workshops for
facilitators and other staff on adult education management strategies. This will take care of the
irregularities identified in their management practices. To mention but a few

The study was carried out to analyse digital literacy utilization among adult learners in
Adult Education programme in Edo State, Benin Metropolis. To enable the study achieve its objectives, five (5) research questions were raised. The
study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population of this study comprised all Adult Learners in Benin Metropolis from which a total of one hundred respondents were selected to form the sample size for the study. A research instrument
titled questionnaire on the analysis of digital literacy utilization among adult learners in Adult Education programme in Edo State, Benin Metropolis was the instrument used for data collection. The validity of the instrument was ascertained through the expert judgment approach while the test re-test method of estimating reliability was used to determine the reliability of the instrument. A reliability index of 0.87 was obtained using Person Product Moment Correlation Statistics. Collected data were
analyzed using frequency count, simple percentage, and mean score analysis. In view of the findings and conclusions arising from this study, the following recommendations are made; there is need for the government to get involved in digital literacy programmes by helping to plan and implement the structure of the system, syllables, provide instructional materials and facilities. The government should also fund digital literacy programmes adequately in order for it to be more effective to the adult learners. There is need to tailor digital literacy programmes to adult learners' unique needs in such a way that will accommodate diverse learning styles, providing mentorship, encouraging peer support, and establishing local business collaborations. These methods create an inclusive, supportive, and applicable learning environment for all involved. The government should help in creating awareness in conjunction with adult literacy through the provision of billboards, pamphlets etc, that would help
to enlighten the adult citizens about the benefits of the programmes. Modern digital technologies and resources should be integrated into adult education curricula to enhance skill development and real-world applicability. Policy makers should be
encouraged to prioritize initiatives that can bridge the digital divide such as partnerships between adult education institutions, tech companies, and local businesses to provide hands-on learning opportunities and promote digital skill acquisition