JOURNAL OF CHILDHOOD AND PRIMARY EDUCATION

Rebranding vocational business education towards acquisition of skills for self-reliance to the Nigerian child

Chikwuo Sussan UDU — 2024-03-31

Business Education is an integral aspect of Vocational Education. Graduates of business education are unemployed because they lack entrepreneurial knowledge required for self-reliance. This paper examines the importance of rebranding vocational business education towards skill acquisition so as to impart into Nigerian child the skills that will enable him to be self-employed if not employed. The paper recommends among -others that much emphasis should be placed on entrepreneurial education so as to impart these skills early in Nigerian child. The paper also recommends that National Policy on Education should be reviewed at least once every two years so as to be relevant in this fast changing world of technology.

MODALITIES FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PRE-PRIMARY AND PRIMARY SCHOOLS

L.U. ONYEKWELU — 2023-10-23

This paper discusses the importance of pre-primary and primary education. The general requirement for the establishment of a pre-primary and primary school is in line with the Federal Ministry of Education. It also highlighted other human and material resources needed for the initial take-off of pre-primary and primary schools. It looked at how the schools could be financed and the procedures to be used in the registration of this category of schools.

Counseling to safeguard the future of Nigerian child

C.U. Mbachu — 2023-08-16

The paper examined counseling to safeguard the future of Nigerian child. Based on research and experience, the authors x-rayed the common challenges faced by the Nigerian child to include among others: insecurity, lack of basic needs for life, family crisis, forced labour, forced marriage, child trafficking and lack of quality education, prostitution, hunger and poverty. Also the paper explained the meaning of counseling and counseling services to safeguard the future of the Nigerian child to include, educational, social, economic and technological changes. Counseling to safeguard the right of the Nigerian child against maltreatment like child marriage, force prostitution, child trafficking, force labour, child labour, child abduction and discrimination was discussed. The benefits of counseling to safeguard the future of the Nigerian child that will help to modify problems like restlessness, aggressive behavior, quarreling, truancy, bullying and anxiety were discussed. Conclusion and recommendation was also made

Importance and challenges of fine art education on Nigerian child

Vivian Val OKPALUBA — 2023-08-16

This paper explores the meaning of art. It expresses the breakdown of the importance of art to the Nigerian child. It points out key facts of how Fine art education is influential to the life of the Nigerian child. Studies show that art plays vital role in the development of the child. Development of artistic skills is debated as essential to the natural development of children, which helps them properly to be better in the society. A number of challenges face by the art subjects in the schools, lack of professional teachers and materials. The idea of using improvised materials was also encouraged. Some recommendations were made such as; The Nigerian government has to play a vital role in ensuring the importance of fine art to the Nigerian child, make adequate provision of professional teachers and resources.

Primary Education as a Vital Tool for Achieving Sustainable National Development

Nonye N NWANKWO — 2024-03-31

This paper highlights primary education as a vital tool for achieving sustainable national development. It discussed concepts of primary education and its objectives; concept of sustainable national development, relationship between primary education and sustainable national development. The paper also looked into the challenges of Primary Education in Nigeria which include: Inadequate teaching staff, inadequate infrastructure, Lack of instructional materials, Inadequate funding, etc. The following were recommended: Government should employ more qualified teachers, adequate fund should be provided for primary education and all funds mapped out for primary education should be judiciously used for the purpose of achieving sustainable national development; there is need for teaching and learning to be done in a conducive environment therefore, dilapidated buildings and structures must be improved by government and even well-meaning individuals in society.

REGGIO EMILIA APPROACH

L.U. ONYEKWELU — 2023-10-23

Reggio Emilia's approach to curriculum implementation and the problem of the Nigerian child are all interwoven. Today 21st century child and national development are essential components of the seven points agenda of the present administration, which if solved will help to develop the economy and make Nigeria one of the 20th largest economies by the year 2030. It will help to reposition Nigeria among the committees of Nations. For the nation to move out of the present social doldrums, the position of the 21st-century child needs to be re-addressed to attain the anticipated sustainable development goals. This can be done by using Reggio Emilia of curriculum implementation in teaching and learning in pre-primary schools. In this direction, this paper had a look at the situation now, the interference between Reggio Emilia's approach of curriculum implementation and the 21st-century child and strategies for closing the gap.

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND SOCIETAL PROBLEMS

Chukwuemeka Kingsley OKEKE — 2023-10-23

Today, Childhood Education and societal problems are at the centre of Nigerian discourse. If given, good attention will help to reposition Nigeria in the global market. This paper had a crucial look at the position of the Nigerian child; and what should be done to make it better if the cry for a better tomorrow will be a reality.

Improving the education of a Nigerian child through discipline in primary schools

Felicia Ngozi C AMADI — 2023-08-16

This paper discussed the improvement of education of a Nigerian child through discipline in primary schools. It also discussed the goals of primary education in Nigeria, concept of discipline-teaching students to observe school laws and regulations and respect to authorities, types of discipline in school, ways to improve discipline in schools, the goals of discipline to children. The paper also discussed the concept of indiscipline: lack of control in the behavior of a person, causes of indiscipline in primary schools, appropriate way to discipline children by parents. Finally, conclusion and recommendations were made.

Nigerian child and the challenges of the social media

Cecilia Uzoamaka OKEKE — 2023-08-16

Social media is a group of internet-based applications that build on the ideological and technological foundations of Web 2.0 and allow the creation and exchange of user-generated content. While the social media have been gaining wide attraction among young people, there is concern over the adverse consequences of exposing children to the excessive social media usage. This paper explored some challenges of the social media to the Nigerian child. Using documentary sources, the paper identified some of the undesirable influences of the social media; employed the Bandura’s social learning theory to explain the possibility of the Nigerian child imitating some of the unwanted contents of the social media; and canvasses for a way out of the social media negative influence on the Nigerian child. Among others, the paper advocates for parental censorship of social media use among children as well as due consideration by relevant authorities for the contents flowing online.

Teachers’ Perception on Factors Affecting Writing Skills of Nigeria Child

Patrick Uzoka Ugboaku — 2024-05-12

The study was to determine the teachers’ perception on factors affecting writing skills of Nigeria child. The study was restricted to the primary schools within the geographical territory of Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra state Nigeria. The design of this study is a description survey design. The population of the study comprised all the 314 primary school teachers in 41 government owned primary schools in Orumba South Local Government Area, Anambra State. The sample of the study consisted of 154 teachers out of 314 teachers and 21 primary schools out 41 primary schools in Orumba South L.G.A. Simple random sampling techniques (using balloting method) was used to select out teachers used as sample. The instrument used for the study was questionnaire. While method of data analysis mean. The major findings showed that: inadequate instructional materials, poor teacher/pupils relationship, engaging unqualified teachers to teach the concept of writing skills, insufficient time allocation to teach writing skills, poor health and nutritional status of pupils among other things. Influence pupils’ writing skills in public primary schools in Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra state. From the study, the following recommendations were made which include: teachers and parents should also inculcate the habit of motivating and encouraging pupils with good writing skills, respective school management must allocate enough time to teach, practical writing skills, to enable teachers dig deep into the subject matter before the allocated time elapses, various schools management should ensure that a recommended teacher/pupils ratio per class is always maintained. This enables a teacher to carry all the pupils in a class along during lessons.

Eradicating Cultism in Tertiary Educational Institutions in Nigeria

Joachim Amobi Udechukwu — 2024-05-12

This paper focused on the strategies for eradicating cultism in tertiary educational institutions and the role of guidance and counselling in tackling the problem. The paper examines the immediate purpose of tertiary education, including research, conferences and publication, as well as teaching and learning. Therefore, it is self-evident that for this noble purpose to be achieved, colleges, polytechnics, and universities need peace, serenity, and a conducive atmosphere to conduct their business. This, unfortunately, is not the case in Nigeria, as cultism has been firmly established in all the institutions of higher learning, making life, academics and research in the various institutions a risky exercise because of their violent and intimidating activities. The paper suggested, among others, that the government should form a National Inter-fraternity Council (NIFC) comprised of representatives from the Ministry of Education, the University community, the law enforcement agency and the host community. It was also suggested that guidance and counselling be strengthened and enough funding be given to do their work. This will restore the peace and glory of the ivory towers.

NAVIGATING TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY SKILLS ON NIGERIA CHILD

Alexander C Onyeme — 2024-05-29

The twenty-first century has ushered in a transformative era in education, marked by the emergence of crucial skills essential for navigating the complexities of the modern world. This paper examined the profound implications of these skills for educators, emphasizing critical areas that necessitate a paradigm shift in teaching methodologies, professional development, assessment strategies, and cultural responsiveness. The evolution of 21st-century skills demands a shift from traditional didactic approaches toward student-centred pedagogies, focusing on fostering critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, adaptability, and cultural awareness. Teachers, once disseminators of knowledge, now serve as facilitators of learning journeys, necessitating continuous professional development to adapt to innovative methodologies effectively. Assessment reforms call for a departure from standardized tests toward diverse evaluation methods that measure not only knowledge acquisition but also the application of skills crucial for success in a rapidly changing landscape. Cultural and global awareness in education compels educators to embrace diversity, foster inclusivity, and nurture understanding, equipping students for a globally interconnected society. Furthermore, adaptability and flexibility emerge as guiding principles for teachers, encouraging resilience, problem-solving, and a growth mind-set to prepare students for the uncertainties of the future. This paper offers a comprehensive overview of the multifaceted implications of 21st-century skills for educators, highlighting the imperative for a fundamental shift in educational practices to nurture a generation equipped for the challenges of a dynamic world.

MANAGING NIGERIA CHILD EXAMINATION RESULTS FOR EFFECTIVENESS

Alexander C Onyeme — 2024-05-29

Managing examination results is a crucial aspect of educational administration and student development. This paper examines the multifaceted approach to handling, analyzing, interpreting, and communicating assessment data within educational institutions. The effective management of exam results involves ensuring data security, employing efficient storage and retrieval systems, and utilizing robust analytical tools to derive actionable insights. Transparent communication of results to stakeholders fosters collaboration and informed decision-making. This paper highlights the importance of strategic utilization of examination results for driving positive change, guiding instructional strategies, and fostering continuous improvement in educational practices and student learning outcomes.