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The study investigated lecturers’ use of management information systems in decision making processes in public universities in Imo State. The research design adopted in the course of this study is the descriptive survey. The research questions are three in number and also to guide the study three hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 significant levels. Two public universities in the state were used. The sample which consisted of 161 lecturers was stratified based on senior and junior lecturers. To collect data a teacher-made questionnaire titled “Lecturers’ Use of Management
Information System in Decision-Making Processes Questionnaire” (LUMISDMPQ) was structured and used. The instrument’s internal consistency was determined using Cronbach Alpha while the data collected was analyzed with the use of mean, standard deviation as well as Z-test statistics. The results revealed that the lecturers made use of electronic data interchange, the internet as well as electronic mail to a great extent in problem identification and generating alternatives while to a low extent, group charts and video text were used by lecturers to identify the problem and generate alternatives. For the evaluation of alternatives, the lecturers made use of computers, PowerPoint and electronic mail to a great extent while they used group charts and video text to a low extent. Furthermore, significant differences were not recorded after analyzing the mean ratings of the senior and junior lecturers as they make use of management information systems in their day-to-day decision-making processes. The recommendation was made that lecturers should endeavour to use video text, group charts, PowerPoint as well as electronic mail to a great extent in their decision-making processes. This will aid the formulation, choice and implementation of decision-making as they discharge their duties.
Keywords: University, Decision-Making, Management Information System (MIS)
Ihemeje, E. O. (2024)
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This study investigated the implementation of entrepreneurial education-related contents in secondary school Economics curriculum in Owerri education Zone1, Imo state. The study was guided by two purposes, and two corresponding research questions. The researchers adopted the descriptive survey research design. The study was carried out in Owerri Education Zone 1, Imo state, Nigeria. A sample size of 100 respondents were selected from the total population of 128 Economics teachers spread across 75 public secondary schools in the zone, using proportionate stratified random sampling technique. A structured questionnaire titled “Implementation of Entrepreneurial Education Related Contents Questionnaire (IEERCQ)” was used for data collection. Cronbach alpha was utilized to ascertain the reliability of the instrument and an overall coefficient index of 0.95 was attained. The data collected were analyzed using mean to answer the research questions. The findings obtained from the study showed that entrepreneurial education related contents are highly reflected in the secondary school Economics curriculum. The study also revealed that entrepreneurial education related contents that are reflected in the senior secondary school Economics curriculum are however, taught in a low extent in Owerri Education Zone 1. Based on the findings of the study, there is the need to employ only qualified Economics teachers who are competent and well-grounded in entrepreneurial lessons to teach the subject, hence engaging in a wholistic approach aimed at encouraging entrepreneurial skills exhibited by students in the course of their studies. This study recommended that the government and school authorities should provide enabling environment that will encourage worthwhile entrepreneurial activities in secondary schools, while the teachers also should devote their time and energy to the teaching profession, using the best instructional approaches and materials that are suited in delivering the Economics contents for entrepreneurial skills acquisition.
Keywords: Curriculum, Economics, Education, Entrepreneurial Education,
Implementation
Iweho, G. O.; Yunisa, A. Y.; Oha, K. C.; Ezeocha, I. G.; & Adejoh, I. S. (2024)
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JEEE 2024 TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Implementation of Entrepreneurial Education Related Contents in Secondary School
Economics Curriculum in Owerri Education Zone 1, Imo State; Iweho, G. O.; Yunisa,
A.; Oha, K. C.; Ezeocha, I. G. & Adejoh, I. S. 1-12.
- Lecturers’ Use of Management Information Systems in Decision-Making Processes in
Public Universities in Imo State, Nigeria, Ihemeje, E. O.; Nwaogwugwu, C. S.; Uwaleke,
N. L. & Ileke, S. C. 13-22.
- The Role of Vocational Education in Promoting Economic Growth in Nigeria
Ajeniweni, P. O.; Bamgbowu, S. A.; Obasi, I. O.; Akinola, B. T. &Nudegbesi, A.
M. 23-41.
- Level of participation and students’ achievement of credit passes in economics in
WASSCE over five years (2018-2022) in Nigeria. Mohammed, A. O. 42-54.
- Perception of the Students on the Role of the Knowledge of Government in Enhancing
Political Participation Among Secondary School Students, Ezema L. C., Ozioko, L. A.
56-67.
- Roles of Economics Education in Revitalizing the Education Sector for Enhancing
Sustainable Economic Development, Haruna, M.; Salisu, U. & Audu, A. I. 68-75.
- Poor Funding of Public Secondary Schools in Nigeria: Implications for National
Development, EZE, B. A. 76-90.
- Roles of Economics Educators in Achieving Sustainable Development in Nigeria,
Nudegbesi, A. M.; Akinola, B. T.; Ajeniweni, P. O. and Nudegbesi, F. O. 91-99.
- Human Resource Development as an Imperative of Educational Efficiency and
Sustainability at the University of Nigeria, Idika, E. O. 100-112.
- Roles of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on Effective Teaching and
Learning of Economics Education for Enhancing Sustainable Economic Development
in Nigeria, Nwodoh, E. O. 113-119.
- Vocational Education: A Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Development in Plateau
State, Nigeria, Omajawu, W. 120-130.
- Assessment of the Impact of the Roles of Old Students’ Associations on Secondary
- School Financing in Gboko LGA, Benue State, Nigeria, Timothy T. I. & Benjamin G. J. 131-143.
- Revitalising the Economics Education for Sustainable Development In Nigeria, Obaizamomwan I. D. 144-152.
- The Socioeconomic Impact of the Establishment of Federal University Kashere on the Kashere Community, Gombe State, Nigeria, Yunisa A.; Mohammed, A. U. & Okekwu, A. M. 153-162.
- Influence of Principals’ Mentorship on Job Performance of Subordinate in Secondary Schools in Abia State, Okonkwo, C. S. 163-175.Teachers’ Perception on the Constraints in the Use of Innovative Teaching Strategies in Teaching Economics in Secondary Schools in Igbo-Eze North L.G.A of Enugu State, Machebe, C. H.; Offor, C. C. & Eze, D. M. 176-189.
- Analysis of Online Learning Platforms as a Determinant of Student’s Attitude and Achievement in Economics in Plateau State Kankani, J. P. & Oleabhiele, E. O. 190-199.
- Revitalising Economics Education Through Curriculum Assessment for Enhancing
- Sustainable Economic Development of the Nation, Nwodoh, E. O. & Offor, C. E. 200-209. Impacts of Insecurity on Nigeria’s Tertiary Institutions, Ogunbunmi, S. T. & Olaoye, O. F., 210-219.
- Constraints Against the Utilisation of ICT in Teaching Economics in Colleges of Education in Nigeria, Fajoyegbe, P. A.; Yahaya, J.; Opara, E. I. & Umar, B. 220-228
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The economic development of any nation is intricately linked to the entrepreneurial skills of its citizens. Entrepreneurship has become a fundamental aspect of employment generation, promoting economic growth and wealth creation. Nigeria, as a rapidly developing country, is in dire need of a workforce equipped with the skills to drive innovation, create jobs, and contribute to economic growth. This paper first explains the concepts of economic development and entrepreneurship skills acquisition explores the crucial roles of Economic educators in nurturing entrepreneurial skills among
students and highlights the key competencies required to fulfil this role effectively. By examining the current landscape and challenges faced by Nigeria, coupled with insights from educational experts and economists, this paper underscores the significance of empowering economic educators to adequately equip students for the nation’s economic advancement. The paper recommended among others that Economics educators should apply blended learning pedagogy to train the manpower to harness the untapped natural resources endowed in Nigeria to enhance economic development. The paper concluded that, by possessing the requisite competencies, economic educators can create a generation of innovative, resilient, and adaptable entrepreneurs who will drive economic growth, create jobs, and shape a prosperous future for Nigeria.
Keywords: Competency, Economic Educators, Equipping Students, Entrepreneurial
Skills, Economic Development
Mangkut, Bakshak & Jingak (2024)
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This study assessed the impact of educational attainment on the income level of civil servants in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. The study adopted a correlational quantitative research design with a population of 5,251 out of which 250 were sampled using purposive and random sampling techniques. A structured questionnaire was employed to obtain information from the respondents. Out of the 250 questionnaires issued, only 178 were retrieved. The questionnaire was validated by two experts in economics education at 7.5 validity index and its reliability of internal
consistency was determined using the Cronbach Alpha technique which yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.81. The study adopted the Mincer regression model to assess the impact of educational attainment on individual earnings. Findings from the study revealed that all levels of educational attainment positively and significantly impact civil servants’ earnings in Keffi local government area of Nasarawa State. However, it was observed that experience negatively impacts the earnings of the individual as they age. The study suggests that Staff of the Civil Service should strive to attain higher levels of education, as it is used as a criterion through which earnings can be improved for life quality sustainability.
Keywords: Educational Attainment, Income Level
Andzutsi (2024)
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Corruption is a major challenge that has developed into a widespread scourge across cultures and systems particularly in developing countries. Corruption has become pervasive in the entire educational system in Nigeria. The major objective of this study was to examine the effects of corruption on educational development in Nigeria. Data were drawn mainly from secondary sources and subjected to econometrics tools of Ordinary Least Square (OLS) techniques. The result revealed that the corruption perception index exhibits an inverse relationship with educational development in Nigeria. It indicates that a one per cent increase in the corruption perception index rate will lead to about a 4 per cent decrease in educational development. It also revealed an inverse relationship between poverty rate (POV) and educational development, though the result was not significant. However, the result shows that a one per cent increase in POV will lead to about a 5.6% decrease in educational development. Furthermore, there exists a bi-directional causality between education
and economic growth. Based on the results, it is recommended that government at all levels should put measures in place that will ensure that funds allocated to the educational sector are efficiently utilized and reach the targeted schools and students. Also, policies and interventions should focus on ensuring equal access to quality education for all, regardless of socioeconomic status, gender, ethnicity, or geographic location.
Ogunbunmi & Adefabi (2024)
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