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The aim of this paper is to explore the factors influencing knowledge sharing amongst higher education academics, using the actor-network theory (ANT) as a theoretical lens. Knowledge sharing in higher education is not institutionalised, therefore knowledge is not always captured nor systematically stored and organised. This leads to a lack of retention of valuable institutional know-how, inefficient work processes and reinventing the wheel. The research questions revealed social, process...

This paper examines the possibility of Nigeria to be counted among the achievers of the World best 20 in knowledge based economy Vision 20:2020. Focusing on the attainment in Science, Technology and Mathematics education. The paper concerned specifically with the various teaching methodologies employed by teachers in Science, Technology and Mathematics (STM) classrooms that could be of significant impact on students’ academic performance as a panacea to vision 20:2020. The paper recommends...

Introduction: Cervical cancer is one of the commonest cancers of the female genital tract and accounts for about a hundred and ninety thousand deaths each year, most of which occur in developing countries.Early cervical screening methods have contributed to the fall of cervical cancer deaths in the developed world.This is different in developing countries where people have limited knowledge about this disease condition and the screening methods for prevention.This study determined the...

The study investigated marketing strategies and students’ enrolment in private secondary schools in Calabar Municipality, Cross River State. One research question was raised and two null hypotheses formulated to guide the study. Thirty two (32) school administrators in 32 private secondary schools in the study area constitute the study population and were used intact as the study subjects. Data were collected using a 30-item research questionnaire titled “Marketing Strategies and Students’...

The study explored examination malpractice in Nigerian institutions of higher learning using Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki as a study area. A cross-sectional research design was adopted in this study. Cluster sampling technique was used to cover a population of 250 final year students, who responded to a 30-item structured questionnaire. The data extracted from the questionnaires were analysed using Likert Scale formula. Three objectives were formulated to guide the study. The study...

This study investigated the influence of worker-supervisor relationship and pay satisfaction on turnover intentions among primary school teachers in Ado in Benue State, Nigeria. The study was a survey and worker-supervisor relationship was assessed using Benjamin Rose Relationship with Supervisor Scale. Pay Satisfaction Questionnaire was used in measuring satisfaction with pay. Turnover intentions were assessed using Turnover Intention Scale adopted from the work of Lee (2008). A total of...

Sex appeal in advertising is unarguably one of the most used strategies by advertisers now than ever Hultin and Lundh (2004). Some parts in Nigeria, specifically within Muslim cultures, are most conservative regarding sensual gratification. So the advertisement, packaging and products must be of Muslim standard. This study, therefore investigates the influence of sex appeal on how consumers patronize Delta soap. Undergraduates of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho were...

Trends in the present-day climate of Nigeria were investigated by analyzing the historical temperature and rainfall data records in the context of climate change. The associated potential impacts and coping strategies were examined. The data for the study were collected from the archives of the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, (NIMET), Oshodi Lagos and spanned from 1950 - 2012. The basic data consist of monthly mean daily minimum and maximum temperatures and monthly rainfall totals in six...

The purpose of this study was to investigate gender and self concept on home economics achievement among junior secondary school students in Akwa Ibom State. Two hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. Literature review was done accordingly. Ex-post facto research design was adopted. A total of five hundred and three (503) students were randomly  selected and used for the study. The selection was done through the  stratified and simple random sampling techniques. Two instruments were...

The study was designed to determine the Comparative Effects of Scaffolding and Collaborative Instructional Approaches on Secondary School Students' Psychomotor Achievement in Basic Electronics in North Central, Nigeria. The study adopted quasi-experimental, pre-test post-test non-equivalent control group design. The area of study was Benue, Nasarawa, and Niger states. A total of 105 SS II students, comprising of 77 males and 28 females, took part in the study. Two research questions and...

A study of the prevalence of intestinal parasitic infection was conducted among children aged 5-16years in primary schools in rural parts of Imo State, Nigeria.Of the 337 faecal samples examined, 164 (48.7%) harboured intestinal parasites with 65 (40.4%) being from Orlu zone, 57 (52.7%) from Owerri zone, and 42 (61.8%) from Okigwe zone.The parasites identified were Ascaris lumbricoides (41.5%), Hookworm (23.8%), Trichuris trichiura (1.2%), Teania spp (1.2%), Entamoeba histolytica (36.6%),...

This study investigated the use of portfolio assessment technique in teaching map sketching and location in geography in Jos, Nigeria. It adopted a quasi-experimental design. Two schools were selected using a table of random numbers from a population of 51 schools in Jos South and assigned to each of experimental and control group. The experimental group consisted of 49 students while the control group had 52 students. Three hypotheses were formulated for the study. Hypotheses one and three...

The purpose of this thesis is to understand how the loan conditionalities of the knowledge banks—the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) are affecting the funding of higher education in West Africa generally by particularly comparing Ghana, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. The role of higher education has been linked with development, and development has remained a concerned issue in Africa. The commitment of the states in funding higher education in order to achieve the desired goal...

The study identified research competency needs of postgraduate students of Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education in research writing in Nigerian Universities.The study adopted a survey research design and was carried out in South-Eastern Nigeria.Two research questions and a hypothesis guided the study.The population for the study was 372 comprising 222 master and 150 PhD students of STEM Education in nine Universities in south-eastern Nigeria.Proportionate simple...

The study sought to assess and investigate how the proficiency and creativity of principals affect the management of school facilities in Cross River State, Nigeria. The sample of the study included 36 secondary schools, with two drawn from each of the 18 Local Government Areas in the State. The primary data were collected from questionnaire and personal interview while the secondary data were collected from checklists, school records & documents, journals and internet. The data were given...