Strategies for improving academic performance on economics in secondary schools

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background to the Study:- 

The modern trend in education and the complex nature of learning and instruction have made the role of the teachers more challenging. This new role does not just involve the mere transmission of information to students but it involves looking at the problems associated with learning and instruction. The National Policy on Education (NPE, 2004) in Nigeria emphasized that our children should be educated properly so that they can acquire skills and competencies that would enable them function well and solve problems in the society.

Effect of accounting information on fraud control and detection in local government system in

ABSTRACT

This research titled “Effect of accounting information on fraud control and detection in local government system in Ebonyi state. A study of Ezza south LGA” was carried out to determine whether there are adequate accounting information systems and softwares for carrying out accounting operations in Ezza south local government area and to find out whether the nature of revenue collections in Ezza south local government area affect the ability of accountants to use accounting information to detect and control fraud. 

Methods of Training Employees in an Organization

Some of the methods which are usually used for training of employees are:

1. on the job training
2. off-the-job-training
3. apprenticeship training
4. vestibule training (Training Center Training) 
5. Internship training and
6. Learner training (Uduigwomen 2009). 

Importance of Information and Communication Technology

Information and communication technology are crucially important for sustainable development in developing countries. Thioune (2011) notes that for the past two decades most developed countries have witnessed significant changes that can be traced to ICTs.

Where to Collect WAEC Private Candidate Certificate

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Criteria for the Implementation of Teachers Empowerment Policies in Enugu State Post-Primary Schools

Criteria for the Implementation of Teachers Empowerment Policies in Enugu State Post-Primary Schools

The implementation of teacher’s empowerment policies is the actual offering of those empowerment opportunities, privileges and incentive to teachers. Where these empowerment policies

Education Laws of Enugu state

Education Laws of Enugu state:

The 2007 education laws of Enugu state offer the legal backing to teacher’s motivation, professional growth and development. The survival of any society said legal practitioners is essentially dependent on the body of legal rules governing it. 

Policy Issues in Nigerian Educational System

Policy Issues in Nigerian Educational System

The 2007 education laws of Enugu state were provided to enable the government take proper control of education and all activities connected to staff growth and development. Staff especially

Factors influencing implementation of empowerment policies

Factors influencing implementation of empowerment policies

            According to Schlarman (2013) while technologies, process and ultimately people are the soldiers on the front lines, policy is the strategic direction that guides an organization toward objectives and goals. The importance of policy is supported by a quick review of current regulatory issues facing companies.

Forms of teachers’ empowerment

Forms of teachers’ empowerment:

            According to Gansle (2012) empowering employees to make their own key decisions on how work should be performed is key to the success of any company. Employee empowerment means giving each worker the support he needs to make key decisions on his own and to become more

Overview of Teachers’ empowerment and the teachers’ empowerment policies

Overview of Teachers’ empowerment and the teachers’ empowerment policies

The concept of empowerment is multi-faceted and dimensional in that, it can be used in different ways depending on the context within which one is using it. In literal terms, empowerment could be used to mean, to authorize which means giving people some ability to influence something

extent of implementation of teachers’ empowerment policies on professional development in Enugu State secondary

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background to the Study          

 Effectiveness of government policies and efforts toward educational development in any nation or state depends on the extent to which teachers are empowered as well as how far the policies and programmes that can enhance teachers’ empowerment are implemented.  Kay (2009:94) stated

Factors affecting students' Academic performance

Factors affecting students' Academic performance.

Some factors have been explained as contributing to the level student’s academic performances in school and colleges. According

Strategies for improving students' academic performance

Strategies for improving students' academic performance:

Taking   measures to improve academic performance and outcome starts with improving the behaviours of students in classroom. Although it

Ways of measuring students' academic performance

Ways of measuring students' academic performance:

Academic performance is commonly measured by examinations or continuous assessment but there is no general agreement on how it is best tested or which aspects are most important, procedure knowledge

Strategies for improving academic performance on economics in secondary schools

CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1   Background to the Study:-

        The modern trend in education and the complex nature of learning and instruction have made the role of the teachers more challenging. This new role does not just involve the mere transmission of information to students but it involves looking at the problems associated with learning

Impact of financial control system on fund management in the public sector 2

ABSTRACT

This research titled “Effect of accounting information on fraud control and detection in local government system in Ebonyi state. A study of Ezza south LGA” was carried out to determine whether there are adequate accounting information systems and softwares for carrying out accounting operations in Ezza south local government area and to find out whether the nature of revenue collections in Ezza south local government area affect the ability of accountants to use accounting information to detect and control fraud. 

Impact of financial control system on fund management in the public sector

CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study 

In modern management, financial control is very important. Financial control is one of the performance control tool that are used by managers. Financial control allows an organization to evaluate, in a continually objective and systematic manner the variances that are generated on previously established strategic and operation lines.

Impact of Work Stress on Employee Performance

Impact of Work Stress on Employee Performance:    An overwhelming workload, lack of support from colleagues and too many demands at once contribute greatly to the poor performance of employees and the overall growth of an organization. Too much workload and increased job responsibilities on the part of employees bring about frustration and panic. According to Umeh (2011) stress

Causes of Work Stress | Civil Service Employee Performance

Causes of Work Stress | Civil Service Employee Performance: Work-related stress has many causes, including long working hours, heavy workload, job insecurity, the threat of job loss or redundancy, and conflict with other workers or bosses. According to Anyanwu (2011) some common causes of stress in the workplace are:

Concept of stress and work related stress

Concept of stress and work related stress: Work stress is the response people may have when presented with work demands and pressures that are not matched to their knowledge and abilities and which challenge their ability to cope. Stress occurs in a wide range of work circumstances but is often made worse when employees feel they have little support from supervisors and colleagues.

effects of work related stress on employee performance in the civil service system

CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the study
Creating a high performance organization requires understanding what factors influence performance. One of the most significant factors is stress. Stress interferes with human intellectual, emotional and interpersonal functioning. Workplace stress are derived form different sources; it can be from a demanding boss, annoying co-workers, angry customers, hazardous conditions, long commutes and a

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HOW TO APPLY FOR NIGERIAN POLICE RECRUITMENT

Overview of Teachers’ empowerment and the teachers’ empowerment policies

The concept of empowerment is multi-faceted and dimensional in that, it can be used in different ways depending on the context within which one is using it. In literal terms, empowerment could be used to mean, to authorize which means giving people some ability to influence something they cannot influence or do something they cannot do. In the management parlance empowerment could mean to equip” and to give the staff of an organization the enabling environment to perform their duties effectively and efficiently. 

EXTENT OF IMPLEMENTATION OF TEACHERS EMPOWERMENT POLICIES IN ENUGU STATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS

CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study   
 Effectiveness of government policies and efforts toward educational development in any nation or state depends on the extent to which teachers are empowered as well as how far the policies and programmes that can enhance teachers’ empowerment are implemented.  Kay (2009:94) stated that, “an educational development can not realize its objectives and promote human development if teachers in such a system are not materially, skillfully, intellectually and otherwise empowered”. The major function of teachers is to teach especially in schools and to impart knowledge to individuals in the society. Teachers are principal agents of social change. 

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This was even as he placed Commissioners of Police and police personnel in the affected states on red-alert and direct 24-hours crime prevention and visibility patrols throughout the country.

How to prevent prostrate cancer

Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men in the United States. The risk of developing prostate cancer progressively increases with age. Out of every 100 men over the age of 60, six will have prostate cancer before their 70th birthday, according to the CDC.
The prostate itself is an organ located under the bladder that produces semen. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
There’s no absolute prostate cancer prevention, but evidence suggests diet plays a key role. Keep reading for diet tips and more information.

Criteria for Measuring Employee Performance

There are certain criteria for measuring employee performance. According to Ezeudu (2011) some of the criteria include:

1. Effectiveness:

   Effectiveness is considered to be the “bottom line” of employee performance. Achieving the outcomes that represent an organizations mission and for which managers are accountable is one of the major ways of measuring employee performance. Effectiveness has to do with getting the desired result at any point in the organization operations.

Effects of Monetary Incentives on Employee Performance 2

1.2   Statement of the Problem

Incentives are designed to promote workers enthusiasm to work. Any worker who knows that such a thing exist where he works strive to get it by putting interest, and showing sign of commitment towards achievement of organizational goals.
The incentive schemes available in Ebonyi State Ministry of Works seem to be sparsely distributed to the beneficiaries and this has consequences on the workforce. Most of the incentives are not redeemable as it takes months to be claimed. Again, this attitude dampens the urge of the workers to put their best in attaining organizational objectives thereby reducing productivity.

Effects of Monetary Incentives on Employee Performance

ABSTRACT
This research titled Effects of Monetary Incentives on Employee Performance. A study of Ebonyi State Ministry of Works, Abakaliki was carried out to determine the extent to which employees of Ebonyi State Ministry of Works receive their allowances regularly and to ascertain whether there is any relationship between distribution of incentive schemes and performance of workers in Ebonyi State Ministry of Works. The research was a survey research, questionnaire