Senior Secondary School Students Research Articles

Effect of Yogic Practices on Concentration of Senior Secondary School Students

Aim of this study is to find the effect of yogic practices on concentration of senior secondary school students. There were 100 participants (50 from control group and 50 from experimental group) in this study. Yogic practices for 6 months (daily for 1 hour) were done by experimental group students and control group students did no yogic practices. Digit letter Substitution Test (DLST) tool was used for measuring the concentration of students. Mean and standard deviation was calculated for determining the nature of data. T-test was used to find the significant difference between the pre-test and post - test scores. Results show that there is a significant and important difference in concentration of experimental and control group of senior secondary school students

Evaluating Within-Network and Between-Network Construct Validity of the Hindi Version of the Grit-Short Scale Among Indian Adolescents

The Grit-short scale measures consistency and perseverance for long-term goals. In the present study, we translated and adapted the Grit-short scale into Hindi (Grit-SH) and examined its within-network and between-network construct validity among Indian adolescents. The participants were 534 senior secondary school students aged 14 – 18 years recruited from five schools across two samples. Grit-SH, along with the brief inventory of thriving and student satisfaction scale, was administered in sample 1 ( N 1 = 310), whereas in sample 2 ( N 2 = 224), the English version of the Grit-short scale was used. Regarding within-network construct validity, the two-dimensional structure of Grit-SH demonstrated an acceptable fit to the data, partially strict invariance against its English version, and good internal consistency reliability. In terms of between-network construct validity, grit demonstrated a significantly positive correlation with student satisfaction and well-being. Overall, findings indicated that the Grit-SH is a valid and reliable measure of grit that researchers and practitioners can use to assess grit among Indian adolescents.

Mathematical Software: A Panacea for Improving Senior Secondary School Students’ Retention in Geometrical Constructions

When attempting to address the persistently poor performance of students in mathematics, researchers have typically examined factors such as retention to identify long-term solutions. The objective of this study was to improve the retention of senior secondary school students in geometrical constructions through mathematical software. Despite the many benefits of geometry to both the learner and society, the performance of the students continued to be abysmal. Could it be that the students do not retain what they learn? The research was conducted in Benue State, Nigeria, and was based on John Sweller’s cognitive load theory of multimedia. The study’s design utilised a non-randomised, quasi-experimental control group with a sample size of 457 students. Three objectives, research questions and research hypotheses led the study, with the Geometrical Construction Achievement Test and the Geometrical Construction Retention Test as the instruments for data collection. The mean and standard deviation of descriptive statistics were used to analyse the data that was gathered. The research reveals that retention was higher in the experimental group (Mean = 65.88) than in the control group (Mean = 51.87). The study found a statistically significant improvement in retention (p ˂ 0.05). No gender variations were found when the students were taught with mathematical software. Mathematics teachers’ utilisation of mathematical software as a strategy for teaching geometrical constructions among senior secondary school students was recommended.

Недисциплинированность среди учащихся старших классов средней школы: роль домашнего контроля поведения и религиозности

<p>The study investigated the indiscipline of senior secondary school students and the contribution of home behaviour control and religiosity in Cross River State, Nigeria. An ex-post facto research design was adopted for the study. The population comprised 62,501 senior secondary school students in three educational zones. A multistage sampling procedure was adopted to select 1250 students from 30 randomly sampled public and private secondary schools. The Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) was used for data collection. Experts in measurement and evaluation and educational psychology validated the instrument. The test-retest reliability coefficient ranged from 0.78-0.91. The data collected were analysed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The results revealed that home behaviour control and home religiosity significantly influenced secondary school students' indiscipline behaviour. Specifically, students from firm homes and with high levels of religiosity generally exhibited lower indiscipline behaviour across all the dimensions. In comparison, those from lax homes and homes with low levels of religiosity manifested higher levels of indiscipline behaviour. These findings align with role theory, which suggests that individuals' behaviour is shaped by their immediate social environment. Policymakers can use these results to develop programs that promote positive behaviour by encouraging the development of a strong religious foundation in the home and promoting clear expectations and rules for behaviour.</p>

Effectiveness of Educational Intervention Based on Academic Stress and Emotional Intelligence among Senior Secondary School Students of Dibrugarh Town (Assam)

Average performance of school students and increasing dropout rates are major problems in our country. A poor academic performance and other curricular activities generate negative emotions in young people and results in academic stressors and degrading emotional intelligence. The study aimed to analyze the repercussions of academic stressors on ability to perform among students, to differentiate between academic stress (AS) and emotional intelligence (EI) among students, and finally to establish the impression of EI in this context. A descriptive correlation study involving senior secondary school students of Dibrugarh Town (Assam) affiliated to Secondary Education Board of Assam (SEBA) and CBSE respectively. The sample consisted of 422 students (Boys-209, Girls-213) aging between 14-18 years, who responded through a questionnaire for evaluating the variables of study. The study traced a relationship between both variables among the students. AS and EI of subjects is nearly normally distributed, boys have shown higher AS compared to girls, whereas girls have shown higher EI than boys drawing towards a negative co-relation between AS and EI, respectively.

Study of Effect of Yogic Practices on Academic Achievement of Senior Secondary School Students

Aim of present study is to find the effect of yogic practices on the academic achievement of senior secondary school students. A sample of 100 students(50 as experimental and 50 as control group) was taken for this study. All students were from senior secondary school level. To measure academic achievement of the students, the marks obtained by them in half yearly and annual examination were considered. After half yearly examination, the experimental group students were undergone yogic practices for 1 hour daily for 6 months. Mean, standard deviation and T-test statistical tools were used to find out the significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores of academic achievement of experimental and control group students. Results show that there is a significant and important effect of yogic practices on the academic achievement of senior secondary school students.

Effect of Wait-Time on Attitude and Retention of Senior Secondary School Students to Learning Chemistry Concepts

Effect of Wait-Time on Attitude and Retention of Senior Secondary School Students to Learning Chemistry Concepts

Assessing instructional strategies in agricultural science to enhance senior secondary school students’ interest in agriculture in Zaria Educational Zone

The study assessed instructional strategies in agricultural science to enhanced senior secondary school’s students interest in agriculture, within Zaria educational zone. Four specific objectives, four research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. Descriptive survey research design was adopted. Structure questionnaire design on 4-point rating scale with 154 teachers and 200 students as sampled respondents was used. The data was analysed using mean, standard deviation and t – test at 5% level of significance. The result revealed that most of the teachers were male (72.08%), with age ranged from 35 – 39 years (35.07%), married (64.29%) and were qualified to teach agricultural science at senior secondary school level (76.63%) with more than five years working experience (81.85%). Use of successful agropreneurs as resource person, use of motivation and less punishment, giving award/rewards to students, taking students for field trips, relating teaching with real life situation outside classroom, exposing students’ on careers opportunities in agriculture, organizing agricultural shows and exhibition among others were acceptable instructional based strategies that could enhance students’ interest in agriculture. However, there was significant difference on the mean responses of teachers and students on the instructional-based strategies that could enhanced students interest in agriculture. Recommendations were made based on the findings of the study.

The Effect of Time Variables as Predictors of Senior Secondary School Students' Mathematical Performance Department of Mathematics Education Freetown Polytechnic

This study aimed to investigate the effect of time variables as predictors of senior secondary school students' mathematical performance in Kossoh Town, Western Rural. The time variables considered in this study included the time of day when the math test was administered, the amount of time spent studying math outside of school, and the time of year when the test was taken. A sample of 250 Senior Secondary School Students from different public schools participated in the study. They were administered a standardized math test at three different times of the day (morning, afternoon, and evening), and their scores were recorded. Additionally, the students were asked to report the amount of time they spent studying math outside of school and the time of year when they took the test. The results of the study indicated that the performance of girls in the mathematics tests varied depending on the time of the day and their age group. The highest pass rates were observed in the morning and the lowest in the evening. Additionally, older girls and boys (above 20) generally had lower pass rates compared to younger age groups. This means time variables had a significant impact on the students' mathematical performance. Furthermore Students who took the test in the morning scored higher on average compared to those who took the test in the afternoon or evening. Additionally, students who reported studying math outside of school for a longer period of time had higher scores on the test. Finally, students who took the test later in the school year scored higher compared to those who took the test earlier in the year. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that time variables play a crucial role in predicting Senior Secondary School.

Effectiveness of an Educational Intervention Campaign on Knowledge and Attitudes towards COVID-19 and Vaccines among Senior Secondary School Students in Kaduna State

The study investigated the effectiveness of an Educational Intervention Campaign on Knowledge and Attitude towards COVID-19 and Vaccines among Senior Secondary School Students in Kaduna state. The study was anchored on three objectives three research questions and three hypotheses were postulated in line with the stated objectives. Relevant literature was reviewed on the key variables for this study. The study adopted a pre-and post-intervention study design to evaluate the impact of an educational intervention campaign on knowledge and attitudes towards COVID-19 and its vaccines among the respondents. The population for this study consists of senior secondary school students in Kaduna State, Nigeria. A sample of 50 senior secondary school students from four selected secondary schools in the state was used for the study. The instrument used for data collection was a pre-post intervention survey questionnaire, a multiple-choice objective test question with four sections: General information, knowledge assessment, attitude assessment, and additional information. Five modules were developed by the researchers covering an introduction to COVID-19, symptoms and transmission, prevention measures, COVID-19 vaccines, and benefits of vaccines. The instrument was validated by one professor and two chief lecturers, and its reliability was tested using a test/retest method. Data was collected through the administration of pre-tests and post-tests. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentages were used to analyze the bio-data of the respondents, while mean and standard deviation were used to answer the research questions. Kruskal Wallis was also used to test all the hypotheses at a 0.05% level of significance on the knowledge and attitude of the respondents. The findings showed a significant difference in knowledge of COVID-19 and its vaccines by subjects after their exposition to educational intervention. However, the subjects did not differ significantly in their attitude towards COVID-19 and its vaccines before and after the educational intervention. The study concluded that significant differences observed in knowledge levels before and after the campaign underscore the importance of targeted educational initiatives in enhancing understanding and acceptance of vaccines, as emphasized by previous research. Recommendations were made to include the development of targeted educational campaigns by the government that address specific knowledge gaps and misconceptions identified among senior secondary school students, utilization of diverse communication channels and interactive learning methods to effectively engage students.

Parental Influence on the Selection of Subjects for Career Choice among Senior Secondary School Students in Damaturu Metropolis, Yobe State, Nigeria

Parental Influence on the Selection of Subjects for Career Choice among Senior Secondary School Students in Damaturu Metropolis, Yobe State, Nigeria

Effect of Computer Assisted Instruction on Mathematics achievement among Secondary School Students in Delta State, Nigeria

The study investigated the effect of computer assisted instruction in Mathematics achievement among secondary school students in Delta State. Two research questions were raised and two hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted the pre-test, post-test, non-randomized control group design and the population of the study comprised of 1337 senior secondary school students in Aniocha South Local Government Area Delta State. Purposive sampling technique was used to select two public and two private schools to give a sample size of 141 students. The research instrument was the Mathematics Achievement Test (MAT). The. Kuder-Richardson Formula- 20 yielded a reliability coefficient of 0.80. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, t-test and ANCOVA statistics. The study revealed, that there was a significant difference between the mean achievement scores of students taught mathematics with computer Assisted Instruction (CAI) method and those taught using the lecture method. A significant difference was found in the mean scores of Mathematics students taught with computer assisted instruction based on their gender. It was concluded that computer assisted instruction method is an effective method for improving students’ mathematics achievement in secondary school students in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State. It is therefore recommended that computer assisted instruction should be applied in the teaching of Mathematics in senior secondary schools in Delta State to improve academic achievements. Keywords: Mathematics Academic Achievement, Computer Assisted Instruction, Academic Abilities, High Academic Ability, Low Academic Ability

Enhancing senior secondary school students’ content knowledge and reflective thinking in genetics concepts using socioscientific issue-based strategy

This study determined the effect of Socioscientific Issue–based Strategy and Scientific Reasoning Ability (SRA) on students’ content knowledge and reflective thinking in senior secondary school (SS) genetics concepts (GC) in biology in Oyo State, Nigeria. The pretest-posttest control group quasi-experimental design was used. 140 SS two students participated. Data were analysed using analysis of covariance at p0.05. Treatment had a significant main effect on student’ knowledge (F(1;339)=16.96; partial η2=0.07) and reflective thinking (F(1;339)=10.17; partial η2=0.04) in GC. SRA had a significant main effect on students’ knowledge (F(2;338)=4.84; partial η2=0.04) and reflective thinking in GC (F(2;338)=5.01; partial η2=0.04). Socioscientific issue-based strategy improved students’ learning outcomes in senior secondary school genetics concepts.

Reducing Economics Test Anxiety among Students as Measured by a Test Anxiety Scale: A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Psychological problems such as anxiety have been reported to adversely affect students' learning outcomes. This study explored the effectiveness of cognitive therapy with reflective activities on reducing Economics test anxiety among secondary school students. A randomizedcontrolledtrial experimental design was used. The sample sizewas120 senior secondary school students in South East Nigeria.A questionnaire titled "test anxiety scale" was used to collect data. It contained a demographic section and 20 items.To assign subjects to treatment or control groups, a randomization process was used.Subjectsin the treatmentgroup were subjectedto a cognitivebehavioural therapy (CBT) program.A three-time point evaluation was conducted with subjects in the treatment and control groups.Repeated measures and data collected were analysed with ANOVA. In comparison with the control group, research subjects exposed to CBT reportedlower testanxiety. In addition, at the follow-upmeasure, the scoresof researchsubjectsin the CBT groups weresignificantly lowerthan those of the control group. Hence,CBT significantly reducedEconomics students’ test anxiety. Theresearchers concludedthat the CBTprogramreducesEconomics students' test anxiety.

QUALITIES OF FIRST AIDER AS DETERMINANTS OF INJURY CONDITIONS DURING INTRAMURAL SPORTS PRACTICES AMONG PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OYO, OYO STATE, NIGERIA

This study aimed to investigate the qualities of first aider as determinants of injury conditions during intramural sports practices among public secondary schools in Oyo, Oyo State. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for this study. The population for this study consists of both staff and senior secondary school students participating in intramural sports. The sample size for this study was four hundred and fifty (450) respondents sampled through multistage procedures. The instrument used for data collection was a self-developed questionnaire with three scales and reliability values as follows: Knowledge as Quality of First Aider Scale (KQFAS) = 0.70, Communication Skill as Quality of First Aider Scale (CSQFAS) = 0.77, and Injury Condition Scale (ICS) = 0.79 through Cronbach’s Alpha respectively. The demographic data of the respondents were analyzed with frequency counts and percentages while inferential statistic of multiple regressions was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 alpha level. The demographic data of the respondents were analyzed with descriptive statistics while inferential statistics of multiple regression was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 alpha level of significance. The two null hypotheses tested were rejected which indicated that qualities of first aider are determinants of injury conditions during intramural sports practices among public secondary schools in Oyo. It was, recommended that the government should have a policy that would compulsory first aid training for all and sundry in the public secondary schools in order to be acquainted with the necessary qualities of a first aider.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu/0724/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>

A Study on Career Awareness among Senior Secondary School Students in North Lakhimpur Area of Lakhimpur District

Career awareness plays a crucial role in helping individuals make informed decisions about their professional paths. It involves understanding one's skills, interests, and values, as well as exploring the various career options available. By fostering career awareness, individuals can align their ambitions with their personal strengths and find fulfilling and rewarding career paths. It plays a significant role in helping individuals make informed decisions about their future careers. This study find out the career awareness level among the secondary school students. The total 200 sample was drawn for the study, and the analysis and interpretation was done by computing Mean, Standard Deviation and also t-test.

EXPLORING THE PSYCHO-SOCIAL DYNAMICS: EXAMINING THE EFFECT OF ASSERTIVENESS TECHNIQUE ON LOW ACADEMIC SELF-CONCEPT AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

This study explored the psycho-social dynamics by examining the effect of assertiveness technique on low academic self-concept among secondary school students in the Onitsha education zone. Two research questions guided the study, and two null hypotheses were tested at a 0.05 level of significance. The study design was quasi-experimental, non-randomised pre-test and post-test, control group research. The population of the study was composed of 988 senior secondary school students in the Onitsha education zone, and a sample of 70 students was selected through purposive sampling. The data was collected using the Academic Self-Concept Survey (ASS) questionnaire, and the internal consistency reliability coefficient of the instrument was 0.84. The questionnaires were administered through direct delivery. Mean scores were used to answer the research questions, and the null hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Co-variance (ANCOVA). The instrument norm of 72.50 was used to make decisions when answering the research questions. The findings of the study showed that assertiveness training was effective in improving the low academic self-concepts of secondary school students. Furthermore, it was revealed that the assertiveness training technique was more effective in improving the academic self-concepts of female secondary school students. Based on the findings and implications of the study, it was suggested that counsellors and therapists should use modelling and assertiveness training techniques in counselling sessions to enhance the academic self-concepts of secondary school students. KEYWORDS: Psycho-social dynamics, assertiveness, technique, academic self-concept

Comparative Study of Family Climate and Self-confidence among the Senior Secondary School Students of the Arts Stream

The present study aims to compare the Family Climate and self-confidence of the male and female respondents of the Arts stream of senior secondary schools. The sample consists of 345 Arts stream students amongst them 180 are Male and 165 are Female. The family Environment Scale, FES prepared by Chadha and Bhatia (1993), and the Self-confidence Inventory prepared by Agnihotri, ASCI (1993) are used for this study. The Findings of the research study indicate no significant difference exists between Male and Female respondents of the Arts stream on the measure of the variable of Family climate. The t-value was 0.296, and the mean values were 247.58 and 248.26 for males and females, respectively. However, a significant difference was found between male and female respondents of the Arts stream on the variable of Self-confidence. The calculated t-value is 3.587. The mean values differ between the two groups at 27.44 and 30.81 respectively. It clearly shows that females are better than males on the variable of Self-confidence. Thus, it can be said with assurance that there is a marked difference between male and female respondents of the Arts stream on the variable of Self-confidence because the calculated value is significant even at a 0.05 confidence level.

Life skills of Senior Secondary School Students in Sonitpur district of Assam

The current study aims to assess the life skills of senior secondary school students of Sonitpur district of Assam. This is a descriptive survey type of study and samples were collected randomly from the class XI school students of Sonitpur district. The life skills tool of Nair and Radhakrishnan(2010) was used for collecting data. Total numbers of 300 samples were taken for investigation. Mean, Standard deviation and t-test was used, for analyzing data. The findings shows a major difference in terms of gender and no significant difference observed between life skills of urban and rural students.

Social Variables and Maladaptive Behaviours among Secondary School Students in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

The study examined Social variables and Maladaptive behaviour of public senior secondary school students in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria Three research questions were formulated and three hypotheses were stated in their null form and tested with appropriate statistics at a .05 level of significance. The descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised 54,216 senior secondary two (SS2) students in all 235 public secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. Nwana’s sampling formula was used to select 20% of students from nineteen (9) public secondary schools. The researcher made use of a questionnaire entitled (FVSDBTQ) to obtain data from respondents. The instrument was validated by experts in the sociology of Education and Measurement and Evaluation from the Department of Educational Foundations, Guidance and Counseling, University of Uyo, Uyo. Cronbach Apha analysis for internal consistency reliability of the instrument yielded a coefficient of .96. Research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation while the hypotheses were tested using independent t-test and ANOVA. The study revealed that social variables differ in terms of the maladaptive behaviour of secondary school students in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The independent t-test and ANOVA of the hypotheses indicated significant differences in students’ maladaptive behaviour based on family discipline, family emotional climate and parent-child relationship. It was, therefore, concluded that social variables differ significantly based on students’ maladaptive behaviour in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. The researcher made some useful recommendations which include: parents should also take the discipline of their children seriously; parents should show a good example for their children to emulate and parents should also develop a healthy relationship with their children to help them develop good moral behaviour among other recommendations.