The effect of in-service teacher education on academic performances of primary school pupils

Project Abstract

In-service teacher education plays a crucial role in shaping the academic performances of primary school pupils. This research project aimed to investigate the effect of in-service teacher education programs on the academic performances of primary school pupils. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative analysis of academic performance data and qualitative insights from teachers and students. The quantitative analysis involved collecting academic performance data from primary school pupils before and after the implementation of in-service teacher education programs. The data was analyzed using statistical methods to determine any significant changes in academic performances following the teacher training initiatives. The results indicated a positive correlation between in-service teacher education and improved academic performances among primary school pupils. In addition to the quantitative analysis, qualitative data was gathered through interviews and surveys with teachers and students. Teachers reported feeling more equipped and confident in their teaching methods after participating in in-service education programs. They highlighted the benefits of learning new teaching strategies, improving classroom management skills, and enhancing their subject knowledge. Students also provided valuable insights into the impact of in-service teacher education on their academic performances. Many students noted a positive change in the classroom environment, with teachers implementing innovative teaching methods and engaging activities. This led to increased motivation and interest in learning among the pupils, ultimately contributing to improved academic achievements. Overall, the findings of this research project suggest that in-service teacher education has a significant positive effect on the academic performances of primary school pupils. By equipping teachers with new skills, knowledge, and teaching strategies, in-service education programs can enhance the quality of teaching and learning in primary schools. This, in turn, leads to improved academic performances among pupils, creating a more conducive and effective learning environment. The implications of this research highlight the importance of investing in continuous professional development for teachers to ensure better educational outcomes for primary school pupils. By supporting in-service teacher education initiatives, policymakers and school administrators can contribute to the overall improvement of academic performances and student achievements in primary schools.

Project Overview

<p> </p><div><p><strong>1.0 INTRODUCTION</strong></p><p>In-service education refers to an activity which involves schooling and working at the same time.</p><p>The effect of in-service education to the teacher cannot be over emphasized; this is more so when one considers the need to grapple with new trends in raiding techniques and the dynamic nature of knowledge as it affect the subject matter to be taught to learners.</p><p>There are various ways by which in-service could organize education for teacher’s instructional effectiveness. These include organizing refresher courses and school plant level.</p><p><strong>1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>Kwande local government actually is a colonial administrative name of Tiv ward UKONDOGH which literally translated as mountain dwellers because of its high topography, and was formally part of Katsina-Ala division. It was created by General Murtala Mohammed administration in 1976 with Adikpo as the administrative head-quarts. It comprises of Nanev, Usar, Shangev-Ya, Ikyurav-Ya and Turan district four clans. The local government has fifteen council wards and is bounded in the west by Vandeikya local government, in the south by the cross river state in the east by the republic of Cameroon and in the North West by Katsina-Ala and Ushongo local governments respectively.</p><p>It also shares a common boundary with Taraba state to the North-east. Kwande local government is the transitional belt between the tropical rain forest of the south and open grassland savannah, vegetation of the north. The entire people of Kwande local government are Christians these include the Roman Catholic and the protestants.</p><p>Kwande local government area is blessed with a number of large markets in the territory, prominent among them include Adikpo, Adagi, Ajio, Ichor, Ikyogen, Joto-Aka, Anwase, Abande, Achid, etc. in all the markets all these products mentioned above are sold in large quantity.</p><p><strong>1.2 STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM</strong></p><p>In-service training was set up as a result of government pronouncement that by the year (2000) the least qualification of teacher in primary school will be (NCE) Nigeria certificate in education. It was because of this that every teacher want to obtain this certificate and in order to get it, many teachers are attending in-service training.</p><p>Due to some problems, not all teachers can go in for regular courses; consequently, there is need for them to merge courses in the in-service training programme.</p><p><strong>1.3 RESEARCHERS INTEND TO ASK THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS.</strong></p><p>i. Is there real need for in-service education for teachers?</p><p>ii. How do we organize in-service training so that it will not interfere with the primary school programme?</p><p>iii. How do we determine those that will go in for in-service training at a given time?</p><p>iv. How do we determine the teacher in-service educational programme?</p><p>v. What will be the duration of the in-service education programme?</p><p>vi. Who funds the academic training?</p><p>vii. How do we ensure that teachers use the knowledge gained during in-service training to improve the academic performance of the pupils?</p><p><strong>1.4 PURPOSE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>The researcher has a number of reasons for writing this project work. Some of the objectives this project is made to serve include the following</p><p>i. To sensitize primary school teachers on the need for the in-service training.</p><p>ii. To make teachers in particular and the general public to develop a positive attitude towards in-service education.</p><p>iii. To provide a working tool for policy makers and education planners who are charged with the responsibility for in-service education.</p><p><strong>1.5 SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p><strong>The research work is vital in the following ways</strong></p><p>i. The study will investigate the effect of in-service teacher’s education on the academic performance of primary school pupils.</p><p>ii. The project work will also serve as a reference material to other researchers that may intend to undertake a similar work on effect of in-service education on academic performance of primary school pupils.</p><p><strong>1.6 SCOPE OF THE STUDY</strong></p><p>Due to the fact that the number of primary schools in kwande local government area is very large and also considering the time factor and financial constraint the researcher only limited his study to eight (8) primary schools selecting two (2) schools each from the four Clans of Kwande local government of Benue state.</p><p>Clans</p><p>SELECTED SCHOOLS</p><p>Jato- Aka (turan)</p><p>NKST primary school, Jato-Aka.</p><p>RCM primary school, Jato-Aka.</p><p>Achia ( Ikurav-ya)</p><p>NKST primary school, Achia.</p><p>RCM primary school, Achia.</p><p>Adikpo (Nanev /Usar</p><p>NKST primary school, Adikpo.</p><p>RCM primary school, Adikpo</p><p>Shangev-ya</p><p>NKST primary school, Ajio.</p><p>RCM primary school, Ajio.</p><p><strong>1.7 DEFINTION OF TERMS</strong></p><p>I.S.T.E-simply means in-service teacher education</p><p>IN-service-schooling and working at the same time</p><p>UKONDUGH-maintain dwellers because of its high topography</p><p>REFRESHER COURSES-study courses serving as a review of previous education.</p><p>GRAPPLE-hook for grasping; grapnel</p><p>WORKSHOP-A place where work is done or seminar to develop a skill or technique</p><p>TOPOGRAPHY-The surface feature of an area</p><p>COLONIAL-of or pertaining to an area under political control of a distance power.</p></div><h3></h3><br> <br><p></p>