http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/825 2026-02-18T15:16:26Z 2026-02-18T15:16:26Z Ahmed, Chado, A.M. F. M., Chike-Okoli, F.C. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/30025 2025-06-27T05:22:59Z 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: AVAILABILITY, ACCESSIBILITY AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS E-LEARNING RESOURCES FOR TEACHING CHEMISTRY AMONG COLLEGE OF EDUCATION STUDENTS IN NIGER STATE, NIGERIA Authors: Ahmed, Chado, A.M. F. M.,; Chike-Okoli, F.C. Abstract: Abstract Chemistry which is expected to be an interesting practical science subject is posing a great threat to many students nowadays. This is commiserating with the attitude of the students, lack of commitment and laxity of lecturers in their quality of teaching and availability of E-learning resources to help students in solving academic problems is affecting the students. The paper aimed to assess the Accessibility, Availability and Attitude of Students towards E-learning resources for teaching Chemistry among College of Education in Niger State. The study adopts a descriptive survey in other to document current condition that exists at the moment. The data collected for the study was analyzed using simple frequencies and spatial regression analysis using AMOS 23 software. The findings shows that websites have the mean value of 1.73 with the standard deviation of 0.85 which signifies it’s highly available among the identify E-learning resources and Full text databases has the mean value of 3.01 with the standard deviation of 0.83 which signifies not available in colleges of education in Niger State as investigated by the respondents. The findings further show students attitudes towards the use of E-learning resources; it was discovered that “I believe using e-learning will improve the quality of my work” with the lowest mean value of 1.98 and standard deviation (0.88) is strongly agreed by the respondents. The study concluded that e-learning facilities are moderately available in the study area but it can be seen from the findings that e-learning facilities that will improve the academic performance of students and bridge the gap that exist between theories and practical are not effectively available. Thereby recommends that College authority should give priority in the provision of e-learning facilities through collaboration for effective teaching and learning to take place.

2021-01-01T00:00:00Z Suleiman, Ahmed, A. O. A.H., Chike-Okoli C. F. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/30024 2025-06-27T05:16:23Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION AND ORGANISATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS IN ACADEMIC LIBRARIES IN NIGER STATE Authors: Suleiman, Ahmed, A. O. A.H.,; Chike-Okoli C. F. Abstract: The study was on the inter-personal communication and organisational effectiveness of academic libraries in Niger State. The study was guided by three objectives and three corresponding research questions. Among the objectives of the study were to: ascertain the extent of interpersonal communication practice in academic libraries in Niger State, factors affecting the interpersonal communication and organisational effectiveness in the selected academic libraries in Niger State. Survey research design method was adopted for the study while the total population was two hundred and twenty-five (225) which consisted of one hundred and five (105) professional librarians and one hundred and twenty (120) para-professional library staff in ten (10) tertiary institutions in Niger State. The researchers adopted the entire population of both professional and para-professional library staff because the population size was manageable. Questionnaire was the only instrument used for data collection. Out of two hundred and twenty-five (225) copies of questionnaire administered, two hundred and six (206) copies were filled, returned and used for the analysis. Descriptive statistical tool consisting of frequency counts, percentages, mean and standard deviation were used to analyse the data. The findings of the study revealed that there was a high extent of interpersonal communication practice on organisational effectiveness in the selected libraries. The study revealed further that the inability of users to form queries correctly, inadequate listening skills, frustration due to poor working condition, physical distraction in the library environment, cultural differences between staff and users are some of the factors that affects the interpersonal…

2022-01-01T00:00:00Z Halima Shehu, F.C. Chike-Okoli http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/30023 2025-06-27T04:23:06Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: CHINUA ACHEBE: THE NOVELIST AS CRITIC AND EDITOR Authors: Halima Shehu, F.C. Chike-Okoli Abstract: Chinua Achebe is widely acknowledged as a foundational figure in the development of modern African literature, particularly for his novels that explore the complexities of both pre-colonial and post-colonial African experiences. However, in addition to his fiction, Achebe's contributions as a critic and editor have profoundly influenced literary criticism and shaped the global understanding of African literature. His efforts to amplify African voices through his critical essays, his role as the founding editor of the Heinemann African Writers Series, and his editorship of the literary journal Okike have been pivotal in asserting the significance of African perspectives, thereby highlighting his multifaceted impact on the literary world. While scholarly studies continue to focus predominantly on his fiction, Achebe's critical essays and editorial work merit further scholarly attention due to their lasting influence on global literature. Employing postcolonial theory, this paper examines Achebe's essays in Morning Yet on Creation Day and Hopes and Impediments, as well as his editorial contributions, to explore how his work addresses the challenges encountered by African writers, the role of literature in post-colonial societies, and the potential of literature to foster social and cultural transformation.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Chike-Okoli, Halima S. C. F. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/30022 2025-06-27T04:15:01Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Repositioning the Teaching of Spoken English in the 21" Century Secondary Schools in Minna Metropolis, Nigeria Authors: Chike-Okoli, Halima S. C. F. Abstract: The standard of spoken English of a majority of senior secondary school students in Minna, Nigeria, where English is taught and used as a second and official language is a major cause of concern to language educators. One of the skills driving 21st century education environment is effective communication. It is, therefore, very important that utmost attention be paid to the teaching and learning of spoken English in the secondary school. The spoken English performance of secondary school graduates does not meet the standard expected of them. The purpose of this paper is to examine the instructional environment of the spoken English class and to proffer repositioning strategies for 21st century spoken English instruction. 33 English language teachers in purposively selected public and private senior secondary schools within Minna metropolis were involved in this study. Investigations conducted using the questionnaire, administered on randomly selected 33 English language teachers showed that teaching aids, especially the ones associated with technology do not exist in public schools. Many private schools do not have these aids either. In the face of technological advances, this paper, recommended some strategies that can help to improve the spoken English language learning environment and consequently reposition the teaching of spoken English in Minna metropolis.

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