QUALITY ASSURANCE EFFORTS AND PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA

QUALITY ASSURANCE EFFORTS AND PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN CROSS RIVER STATE, NIGERIA 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page                                                                                  i

Declaration                                                                                ii

Approval Page                                                                           iii

Dedication                                                                                  iv

Abstract                                                                                     vi

Table of Contents                                                                      vii

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1    Introduction                                                 1

1.2  Background of the study       3

1.3    Statement of the General Problem                                  4

1.4    Objective of the study                                                       5

1.5    Significance of the study                                                  5

1.6    Statement of hypothesis                                                   6

1.7    Scope of the study                                                             6

1.8    Limitation of the study                                                     7

1.9    Definition of terms                                                            7

CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW

2.0    Introduction                                                                      9

2.1    Review of related literature                                             9

2.2    Theoretical framework

2.3    Summary of review                                                           33

CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1    Introduction                                                                      35

3.2    Research design                                                                35

3.3    Area of study                                                                    35

3.4    Population of the study                                                    36

3.5    Sample size                                                                       36

3.6    Instrument for data collection                                          36

3.7    Reliability of the instrument                                            37

3.8    Validity of the Instrument                                               38

3.9    Method of data Collection                                                 38

3.10  Method of Data Analysis                                                  39

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

4.1    Introduction                                                                      41

4.2    Characteristics of the respondents                                   41

4.3    Presentation of Data Analysis                                         43

4.4    Discussion of Findings                                                     48

4.5    Summary of findings                                                        49

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1    Summary                                                                          51

5.2    Conclusion                                                                        52

5.3    Recommendation                                                              53

Biography                                                                         54

Appendix                                                                           56

Abstract:
This study investigates the relationship between quality assurance efforts and the academic performance of public secondary school students in Cross River State, Nigeria. Quality assurance in education plays a crucial role in ensuring that students receive a high-quality education and achieve desirable learning outcomes. The study aims to assess the various quality assurance measures implemented in public secondary schools and determine their impact on students' academic performance.

The research adopts a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data collected through a survey questionnaire and qualitative data obtained through interviews and observations. The sample consists of public secondary school students in Cross River State, Nigeria, and relevant stakeholders involved in quality assurance efforts, including teachers, school administrators, and government officials.

The quantitative data collected from the survey questionnaire are analyzed using statistical techniques such as descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. The qualitative data obtained from interviews and observations are analyzed thematically to identify common themes and patterns related to quality assurance efforts and academic performance.

The findings of this study have significant implications for educational policymakers, school administrators, and teachers in Cross River State, Nigeria. The study provides insights into the effectiveness of existing quality assurance measures and highlights areas that require improvement. It also identifies best practices and strategies that can enhance students' academic performance in public secondary schools.

The results of this study contribute to the existing body of knowledge on quality assurance in education in Nigeria, particularly in the context of public secondary schools. By identifying the factors that influence academic performance, policymakers can make informed decisions to improve the quality of education and enhance students' learning outcomes.

The study concludes with recommendations for strengthening quality assurance efforts in public secondary schools in Cross River State, Nigeria. These recommendations include the need for comprehensive teacher training programs, adequate resource allocation, effective monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, and collaborative efforts among stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement in educational quality.

Keywords: quality assurance, academic performance, public secondary schools, Nigeria, Cross River State.

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