INFLUENCE OF TWO ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES ON ATTITUDE TO AND ACHIEVEMENT IN ECONOMICS AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN ILORIN SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE

INFLUENCE OF TWO ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUES ON ATTITUDE TO AND ACHIEVEMENT IN ECONOMICS AMONG ADOLESCENTS IN ILORIN SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE 

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 influence of two assessment techniques, namely traditional assessment and alternative assessment, on the attitude towards and achievement in Economics among adolescents in Ilorin South Local Government Area of Kwara State. The study aims to provide insights into the effects of different assessment methods on students' attitudes and academic performance in Economics.

The research employs a quantitative research design, specifically a quasi-experimental approach. A sample of 200 secondary school students from various schools in the Ilorin South Local Government Area is selected using a stratified random sampling technique. The participants are randomly assigned to two groups: the traditional assessment group and the alternative assessment group.

Data is collected using a pre-designed questionnaire to measure students' attitudes towards Economics and academic achievement in the subject. The questionnaire consists of Likert-scale items and open-ended questions. Additionally, students' scores on Economics examinations are collected as a measure of academic achievement.

The study's findings reveal that the assessment technique significantly influences students' attitudes towards Economics. The alternative assessment group demonstrates a more positive attitude towards Economics compared to the traditional assessment group. Moreover, the alternative assessment group also shows higher academic achievement in Economics compared to the traditional assessment group.

The results suggest that alternative assessment techniques, such as project-based assessments, presentations, and portfolios, positively impact students' attitudes towards Economics and enhance their academic achievement in the subject. These findings have implications for educational policymakers, curriculum developers, and teachers in designing effective assessment strategies to improve students' attitudes and achievement in Economics.

Based on the research findings, it is recommended that educators and policymakers consider incorporating alternative assessment techniques alongside traditional assessment methods to foster a positive attitude towards Economics and enhance academic achievement among adolescents in Kwara State. Further research is encouraged to explore the long-term effects of alternative assessment techniques on students' attitudes and academic performance in other subjects and educational contexts.

Keywords: Assessment techniques, Attitude, Academic achievement, Economics, Adolescents, Traditional assessment, Alternative assessment, Ilorin South Local Government Area, Kwara State.

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