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Papers by James Urien

African Journal of Social and Behavioural Sciences (AJSBS), 2024

The study explored the importance of human fraternity and self-efficacy among students in public... more The study explored the importance of human fraternity and self-efficacy among
students in public secondary schools in Delta State. Two research question were raised in the
study. The study adopted the survey research method. The population for this study comprised
all public secondary school principals, teachers and students in Delta State. There are currently
479 public secondary schools in Delta State made up of 479 principals, 14,877 teachers and
32,564 SS3 students in Delta State. The sample for this study was 50 principals, 100 teachers
and 350 students in selected public secondary schools Delta State. Two instruments (Human
Fraternity and Self-efficacy Teachers Questionnaire (HFSTQ) and Human Fraternity and Self
efficacy Students Questionnaire (HFSSQ)) were used to collect data for the study. The
reliability coefficients of the instruments ranged from 0.74 to 0.86 through Cronbach Alpha.
Simple percentage, Mean, standard deviation, one sample t-test, analysis of variance (ANOVA),
and regression statistics (simple and multiple) were the statistical tools deployed for the
analysis of data collected. Based on the findings, it was concluded that human fraternity and
self-efficacy are essential components of a holistic education that foster the cognitive,
emotional and social development of students. It empowers students to take ownership of their
learning, build resilience and develop a growth mindset. Inclusivity from the human fraternity
enhances self-efficacy. Human fraternity and self-efficacy create a powerful synergy that can
transform the educational experience. Policies of divisions and extremism are tearing the world
apart. Students should be taught how to coexist with students of other ethnic groups and those
excluded due to various challenges. Based on the conclusion, it therefore recommended that
the government and policy-makers should incorporate human fraternity and self-efficacy into
the curriculum to promote a holistic education and develop assessments and evaluations to
measure human fraternity's impact on students, whether positive or negative.

International Journal of Society, Cultures and Traditions, 2024

The study examined universities students' perception and attitude to patriotism in Nigeria with t... more The study examined universities students' perception and attitude to patriotism in Nigeria with the deteriorating economy. Three research questions were raised in the study. Survey design was adopted for this study. The population for this study comprised all public universities students in Nigeria. The sample for this study was 1000 respondents from three universities namely

International Journal of Humanities Social Science and Management (IJHSSM), 2024

ABSTRACT This study examined students’ perception of teachers’ personality and its impact on l... more ABSTRACT
This study examined students’ perception of
teachers’ personality and its impact on learning
outcomes in Delta State. This study was guided by
four research and four hypotheses. This study
adopted the correlational survey research design.
Population of the Study. The population of this study
will consists of 106720 Senior Secondary students
during the 2022/2023 academic session. The sample
of this study will consists 384 students drawn from
48 secondary schools in Delta. State. Multistage
sampling procedure consisting of Stratified
sampling technique and simple random sampling
technique was used to select the sample for the
study. The two sets of instruments that were used for
data collection were questionnaires and Students
academic performance checklist. The validity and
reliability of the questionnaire was established. The
Cronbach Alpha was applied for the computation of
the reliability coefficient of the three subscales of the
instruments and reliability coefficient values of
0.85. The questionnaires were administered to
senior secondary school students directly by the
researchers with the help of two (2) research
assistants, who were properly trained on the purpose
of the study. The research questions were answered
using Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC)
and the hypotheses were tested using Linear
regressions at 0.05 level of significance. The finding
of the study indicates that: there is a significant
relationship between students' students’ perception
of teachers’ personality and learning outcomes;
there is a significant relationship between students'
perceptions of teachers' warmth personalities and
learning outcomes; there is a significant relationship
between students' perceptions of teachers'
approachability and learning outcomes; and here is
a
significant
relationship between students'
perceptions of teachers' strictness and learning
outcomes. From the findings it was concluded that
Students' perception of teachers' personality plays a
significant role in shaping their learning outcomes.
On the basis of the conclusion it was recommended
that teachers should reflect on their personalities and
adopt continuous self-improvement mechanisms
that could help in creating a positive perception
among students.

Journal of Interdisciplinary Research in Education, Social Sciences and Arts ( JIRESSA), 2024

Traditional rites and practices are replete in most African communities. Rituals during rites of ... more Traditional rites and practices are replete in most African communities. Rituals during rites of passage, circumcision, widowhood, initiation etc are now perceived inimical and repugnant to health. Although these rites and practices were initiated to enhance quality of life, the practicability and benefits of majority of these rituals have become obsolete and inimical to health and psyche in recent times. Although various researches have documented the processes and benefits of these traditional ritual practices, few have examined its health and psychological implications on individuals. Thus, this research examined the health and psychological implications of traditional rites and practices in Nigeria with special focus in some selected communities in Delta State. Explanation of core variables hinged on functionalist and social change theory. A total of 400 respondents were co-opted in the study. Respondents' eligibility and inclusiveness revolved around age and residency. Data was gathered using questionnaire and in-depth interview. Data was analyzed using simple percentage and chi-square. Data revealed that the rich cultural ritual practices were initiated to enhance longevity and as well maintain peaceful coexistence , but its relevance have become repugnant and inimical to health in modern time. The long-time effects cause psychological problems for victims. Thus, the study recommends that indigenous practices whose rites and rituals pose as threat to health be eradicated.

International Journal of Education Humanities and Social Science , 2024

This study investigated the relationship between peer pressure and female students’ sexual promi... more This study investigated the relationship between peer pressure and female students’ sexual
promiscuity. The study was guided by three research questions and hypotheses. Using a
correlational method of ex-post facto research design, a total of 1,566 female students were
sampled from universities across Delta Central Senatorial District. Questionnaire was the
instrument used for data collection. The questionnaire was adequately validated by experts and
factor analysis while the reliability was estimated and found adequate. Regression statistics was
used to analyse the data. The result revealed that peer pressure can predict sexual promiscuity and
that while age can moderate the relationship between peer pressure and sexual promiscuity,
location does not. The study recommended that adolescents should be properly guided by parents,
guardians and significant others on the choice of friends so that the wrong choice of friends will
not be exposed to sexual promiscuity.

Caritas Journal of Psychology and Behavioural Sciences, 2024

This study investigates the psychological effects of parents' utilization of vacation for extra l... more This study investigates the psychological effects of parents' utilization of vacation for extra lessons for their wards and their consequential attitude to learning in public primary schools in Delta State. The correlational survey design was used. The study population includes 275 parents and primary school teachers from Delta State. A total number of 275 respondents consisting of 100 parents and 175 primary school teachers were selected from 10 primary schools from Delta State. In selecting primary schools, proportional stratified sampling technique was used. The 10 schools were selected from 6 local government areas across the 3 Senatorial Districts in Delta State. A questionnaire self-designed and titled "Psychological Effects of Parents Utilization of Vacation for Extra Lessons Questionnaire (PEPUVELQ)", validated and its reliability equally determined via a pilot study using test re-test reliability technique with a coefficient index of 0.84 was used. Simple percentage, mean scores, standard deviation and coefficient of determination using 2.50 as benchmark to provide answers to the research questions. Pearson Product Moment Correlation Statistic was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that psychological effects of parents utilizing vacation for extra lessons for their wards and the impact on students' attitude to learning in primary schools in Delta State. In conclusion, the utilization of vacation lessons by parents can have both positive and negative psychological effects on children. While vacation lessons can provide academic benefits, enrichment opportunities, and structure, they can also lead to increased stress and anxiety, pressure to perform and meet expectations, limited downtime and relaxation, impact on mental health and well-being and potential negative impact on parent-child relationships. It therefore recommended that parents should consider individual child needs and boundaries. Set realistic expectations and goals. Parents are to engage other forms of learning that could be fun as well during the holidays. Encourage balance between work and play. Monitor workload and stress levels.

Caritas Journal of Management, Social Sciences and Humanities, 2024

The psychological variables as correlate of lecturers' burnout syndrome in Delta State Universiti... more The psychological variables as correlate of lecturers' burnout syndrome in Delta State Universities. Burnout is a pervasive problem among lecturers, affecting their well-being, job satisfaction and teaching performance. The population of the study consisted of all the teaching (academic) staff of the three universities in Delta State. Consequently, as at the time of the study (2023/2024 session), the population of the study was marginally put at 5,951 teaching staff from the three universities

World Journal Of Advanced Research and Reviews, Mar 30, 2024

This study investigated the influence of cell phone attachment on classroom learning among Senior... more This study investigated the influence of cell phone attachment on classroom learning among Senior Secondary students in Delta Central Senatorial District, Delta State. Guided by three research questions, the study utilized a correlational survey research design. The population comprised 15,170 Senior Secondary students, with a sample of 375 students drawn from 19 secondary schools using proportionate stratified random sampling. Data were collected using two researcher-designed questionnaires: the Cell Phone Attachment Questionnaire (CEPAQ) and the Classroom Learning Questionnaire (CLQ). The validity and reliability of the questionnaires were established, with reliability coefficients of 0.71 for CEPAQ and 0.80 for CLQ, calculated using Cronbach's Alpha. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was employed to answer the research questions. The findings revealed a positive relationship between cell phone attachment and classroom learning, with gender and age exerting positive moderating impacts on this relationship. The study concluded that cell phone attachment significantly affects classroom learning and recommended, among other measures, that school administrators monitor phone usage in classrooms to mitigate negative impacts.

International journal of education and practice, May 23, 2024

Journal of Education and Learning (edisi elektronik)/Journal of Education and Learning, Nov 1, 2024

This study ascertained the influence of gender, locality and age on metacognitive reading strateg... more This study ascertained the influence of gender, locality and age on metacognitive reading strategies of secondary school students. The sample size consists of 440 students randomly selected from 23 secondary schools. An adopted questionnaire tagged "metacognitive reading strategies questionnaire," was used as the data gathering instrument, with a logical validity of 0.88 and Cronbach alpha of 0.73 as internal consistency. The data collected were analysed statistically using descriptive statistics and t-tests. Data analysis revealed that females' reading strategies outnumber males'; females' global strategies ranked highest, while females' problem-solving strategies ranked lowest; and students in urban secondary schools tended to utilise metacognitive reading strategies more frequently than their rural counterparts. This study also shows that students with higher age brackets make more use of metacognitive reading strategies than lower-age students. Therefore, it is recommended that educators should be prepared to educate students how to effectively utilise various components of metacognitive reading strategies.

International journal of social science humanity & management research, Apr 27, 2024

International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, Mar 2, 2024

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation, 2024

This study explored the relationship among self-esteem, peer pressure and the incidence of devian... more This study explored the relationship among self-esteem, peer pressure and the incidence of deviant behaviour among secondary school students in Delta State. A total of 2 research questions and 2 hypotheses guided the study. The correlational research design was adopted. The population comprised 72,854 senior secondary school students A sample size comprising of 1,045 students was selected through a multistage sampling procedure. Questionnaire (opinion poll) is the instrument was used for the study. The validity and reliability of the opinion poll was ascertained. The PPMCC of determination was used to answer the phrased research questions while regression was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significant. The answer of the study revealed that a major relationship exists between self-esteem (S.E) and deviant behaviour (DB) among secondary school students and that a significant relationship exists between peer pressure and deviant behaviour among secondary school students in Delta State. The researcher recommended that stake holders such as parents, educators and policy makers should do their part to ensure that the selfesteem of the adolescents be consciously enhanced to reduce deviant behaviour among secondary school students.

European Journal of Education and Development Psychology, 2024

was therefore recommended that teachers should foster a growth mindset and emphasize effort over ... more was therefore recommended that teachers should foster a growth mindset and emphasize effort over ability, encourage self-compassion and self-awareness, provide positive role models and representation and promote diversity and inclusion.

Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn), 2024

This study ascertained the influence of gender, locality and age on metacognitive reading strateg... more This study ascertained the influence of gender, locality and age on metacognitive reading strategies of secondary school students. The sample size consists of 440 students randomly selected from 23 secondary schools. An adopted questionnaire tagged “metacognitive reading strategies questionnaire,” was used as the data gathering instrument, with a logical validity of 0.88 and Cronbach alpha of 0.73 as internal consistency. The data collected were analysed statistically using descriptive statistics and t-tests. Data analysis revealed that females' reading strategies outnumber males'; females' global strategies ranked highest, while females' problem-solving strategies ranked lowest; and students in urban secondary schools tended to utilise metacognitive reading strategies more frequently than their rural counterparts. This study also shows that students with higher age brackets make more use of metacognitive reading strategies than lower-age students. Therefore, it is recommended that educators should be prepared to educate students how to effectively utilise various components of metacognitive reading strategies.

Trends in Educational Studies Journal, 2024

The study examined mass abduction of students in Nigeria and students' attitude to education. The... more The study examined mass abduction of students in Nigeria and students' attitude to education. The paper clearly noted that since the outbreak of Boko Haram (which means western education is a sin) terrorist group in 2009, both insurgents and bandits have attacked many educational institutions and several teachers and learners killed. The terrorists have added educational stakeholders kidnapping to their nefarious and heartless activities in Nigeria. School kidnapping is simply the act of taking students hostage in mass. Sometimes, the terrorists kidnap the students to make money through ransom payment by the government or the relatives of the victims. In some cases, they kidnap the students just to spite the government and in some other cases they use the students as human shields and also as aids; this has brought fear and negative attitude to schooling. Some reported cases of school abductions in Nigeria since 2014 were discussed. Importantly, the paper examined the negative implications of this menace on the educational and economic development of Nigeria. It therefore recommended among others that governments at all levels should immediately beef up security in Nigerian schools to forestall further abduction of students in schools. It was also recommended that to effectively combat all forms kidnapping, the government should fight insurgency to a complete standstill because the various insurgent groups in the Northern and Southern parts of the country are all resorting to kidnapping of innocent population in their efforts to actualize their unholy agenda.

British Journal of Psychology Research , 2024

The study examined teachers' attitude to students' negative feedback: it's impact on the teaching... more The study examined teachers' attitude to students' negative feedback: it's impact on the teaching and learning in public secondary schools in Delta State. Two (2) research questions were raised to be answered while two (2) null hypotheses were formulated to be tested in the study. The variables in the study were reviewed from relevant literature. This research is a correlational study of ex-post facto design and the population consists of all the 479 public secondary school principals and 14,877 teachers in the twenty-five (25) Local Government Areas of Delta State. The sample for this study was 48 principals and 1,487 teachers in Delta State public secondary schools selected from 13 Local Government Areas. This represented 10% of the population using the stratified random sampling technique. This involved sampling 13 Local Government Areas from twenty-five (25) Local Government Areas. Secondly, 10% of principals and teachers from 13 Local Government Areas sampled were selected using simple random technique resulting to 48 and 1,487 respectively. A self-developed questionnaire titled "Teachers' Attitude to Students' Negative Feedback Questionnaire (TASBFQ)", validated and its reliability equally determined via a pilot study using test re-test reliability technique with a coefficient index of 0.85 was used. The research questions raised were answered using simple percentage for the study. The researcher administered a total of 1,535 questionnaires to randomly selected principals and teachers from the selected public secondary schools in the study area. The researcher employed descriptive statistic of mean scores and standard deviation to provide answers to the research questions while Pearson Product Moment Statistics was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that student' negative feedback influence teachers' attitudes thereby becoming dismissive, justified, or even hostile when confronted with criticism. It was therefore recommended that there is need to encourage teachers to embrace student feedback as a valuable tool for professional development, recognizing that feedback is an opportunity to learn and improve, rather than a personal attack. Teachers should therefore undergo training on how to cope with negative feedback from students.

International Journal of Humanity and Social Sciences, 2024

The study focused on bridging the generational gap between the teachers and students in the utili... more The study focused on bridging the generational gap between the teachers and students in the utilization of modern technology in the teaching methods in secondary schools in Delta State. Two research questions were raised and two null hypotheses were formulated in the study. Methodology: The descriptive survey design was used. The population for this study comprised all public secondary school principals and teachers in Delta State. The sample for this study was 1533 and it is made up of 100 principals and 1433 teachers in Delta State public secondary schools selected from 12 Local Government Areas. Principals represented 50% while teachers represent 10% of the population. A self developed questionnaire was design titled "Bridging the Generational gap between the Teachers and Students in the Utilization of Modern Technology Questionnaire (BGTSUMTQ)", validated and its reliability equally determined via a pilot study using test re-test reliability technique with a coefficient index of 0.96 was used. The research questions raised were answered using percentage for the study. The researcher employed descriptive statistic of mean scores and standard deviation to provide answers to the research questions while Pearson Product Moment Statistics was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. Findings: The findings revealed that there are factors that are associated with the utilization of modern technology in teaching methods in public secondary schools in Delta State. The use of technology in education is influenced by the following factors such as teacher factor, organizational factor, technological factor and student factor. It also showed that there are strategies to be adopted to improve teachers and students in the utilization of modern technology in teaching methods in public secondary schools in Delta State. Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Based on the findings, it therefore concluded that as a catalyst for massive change, technology has improved our existing understanding by assisting educators and students in making the most use of cutting-edge teaching techniques in Delta State public secondary schools.

Social science and Humanities Journal, 2024

This study aimed to examine the association between passion for teaching and teaching effectivene... more This study aimed to examine the association between passion for teaching and teaching effectiveness among secondary school teachers in Delta State. A correlational research design was employed, and three hypotheses were tested. The study initially recruited 370 teachers, evenly distributed between genders, but ultimately 333 participants completed the study. Data collection involved the use of a validated questionnaire, with reliability indices of 0.91 for the Passion for Teaching Rating Scale and 0.85 for the Teaching Effectiveness Rating Scale. The data were analyzed using Pearson's product moment correlation coefficient and regression statistics, with a significance level set at 0.05. The findings of the study revealed a significant relationship between passion for teaching and teaching effectiveness among secondary school teachers. However, no moderating effects of gender or teaching experience on this relationship were observed. Based on these results, it is recommended that teacher education programs and professional development initiatives place importance on fostering and developing passion for teaching. By emphasizing the cultivation of passion for teaching, these programs can contribute to enhancing teaching effectiveness and ultimately improving the educational experiences and outcomes of students.

GPH- International Journal of Social science and Humanities Research , 2024

The study examined perception of parents to the vulnerability of boarding schools students and th... more The study examined perception of parents to the vulnerability of boarding schools students and the risk of sending their children to school in Nigeria. When children are sent to boarding school it can leave them traumatized and disrupt trust leading them to hide their vulnerable selves both in childhood and adulthood. Parents perceived that boarding schools can be too strict and regimented, they also feel that their children are being taken away too soon. Parents also perceived that some children may feel isolated, feeling of loss, adjustment, emotional stress, insecurity of schooling environment, attitude of teachers, managers, toxic schooling environment and fear of being bullied. The descriptive survey design was used. The study population includes 50 boarding schools in Nigeria. The sample and sampling technique used for the study a random sampling technique. A total number of 150 respondents consisting of 50 boarding school heads and 100 teachers were selected from 15 boarding schools from Delta and Edo states. Two states were randomly selected. A questionnaire self-designed and titled "Perception of Parents to the Vulnerability of Boarding Schools Students Questionnaire (PPVBSSQ)", validated and its reliability equally determined via a pilot study using test re-test reliability technique with a coefficient index of 0.84 was used. The research questions raised were answered using simple percentage. It was therefore recommended that the schools should strive to make their boarding schools a conducive environment for the younger children in order to reduce the hostility situation. It is important that government regulates the boarding system and ensure quality control, where good food, friendly/ caring and committed teachers are found. Available resources for the children and everything deemed important to the students are provided. More so, the government should intervene in the situation of boarding schools for the young children, rather than leaving everything to the owners. The government should make policies to regulates the situations in boarding schools for the purpose of improvement rather than leaving everything to the school owners.