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Effect of Digital Feedback on the Psychological Profile and Performance of Selected Amateur Soccer Players in Ibadan, Oyo State
(Journal of Capital Development in Behavioural Sciences, 2016-12) Chukwuemeka O.O. Aletta; John Osondu, Onyezere
The study investigated the impact of digital feedback on the psychological profile and performance of selected amateur soccer players in Ibadan, Oyo
State. Related studies and variable-relevant theories were spirally reviewed. Two hypotheses were tested. The two-group pre-test and post-test research
design was used for the study. Twenty-two (22) amateur soccer players were selected from two amateur soccer clubs in Ibadan using the purposive
sampling technique. A standardized 20-item version of SPQ-Factor 20 questionnaire was used for data collection. t-test statistical tool was used
to test the hypotheses at 0.05 significant level. The variables of video visualization had significant effect on the psychological profile and
performance of the selected amateur soccer players (t =3.39; P< 0.05). It was concluded that video-visualization is important in the preparation of
soccer players for matches and it was recommended that digital feedback should form an integral part of soccer players’ preparation for matches.
Keywords: digital feedback, psychological profile, video-visualization, amateur soccer players
Influenceof School Environmental Factors on Science Students Academic Performance in Physics in South West Local Government Area, Ibadan
(Journal of Capital Development in Behavioural Sciences, 2016-12) Akuche Ukamaka Evelyn
The study examined school environmental factors (Library facilities, Laboratory facilities, Classroom, School location, Recreational facilities,
Qualified and experienced teachers) and students’ academic performance in Physics in South West Local Government Area, Ibadan, Nigeria. School
environmental factors can influence the academic performance of science students in Physics.
A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Two instruments were used to carry out the research: School Environmental
Questionnaire (SEQ) and Physics Achievement Test (PAT). Simple random sampling technique was used at selected five (5) secondary schools. From
the five (5) selected schools, thirty (30) Physics students were randomly selected from each of the selected schools, giving a total of one hundred
and fifty (150) students. This was to ensure good representation of the selected schools. The results revealed that all the school environmental factors studied
have significant composite contribution to students’ academic performance. 64.5% of the variance in students’ academic performance was explained
by school environmental factors. Five (5) of the environmental factors were significant at 0.05 level, when the relative contribution of each factor was
considered, while the rest were not. The study has implications for Ministries of Education, Educational stakeholders and School Managers/Principals. The Ministries of Education and Educational Stake holders should endeavor to equip the schools with necessary facilities. The school managers/principals should ensure that the facilities are put in effective use and maintained.
Key Words: Performance, School location, Library, Classroom, Laboratory
Essential Factors Associated with Growing of Improved Cassava Varieties as Food Security Crop in Oyo State, Nigeria
(Journal of Capital Development in Behavioural Sciences, 2016-12) Ajani, O.W; Ajani, O.O
Essential factors which influenced the growing of the improved cassava varieties as food security crop were appraised in this study. Multistage
sampling procedure was employed. Purposive selections of two (2) agricultural zones were carried out within Oyo State. At the second stage,
two (2) Local Government Areas within the two zones were randomly selected. 27% of the populations of registered full-time cassava farmers were randomly
selected for interview giving a total of 201 cassava farmers. Tobit regression model was the analytical tool employed to isolate the critical factors. The
results show that the growing of improved cassava varieties as food security crop among cassava farmers were averagely practiced and done. Eight groups
of factors were isolated with 55.60% contribution to growing of improved cassava varieties. However, factors such as location of farmer, educational
status of the household head, annual income realized from cassava sold, membership in a farmer based organization; favourable price and type of
labour used by household have significant positive effect, while farm size and farming experience of the cassava house hold have significant negative
effect as factors associated with growing of improved cassava varieties. The findings from this study suggests that there is urgent need for relevant
stakeholders in agriculture and government to consider the factors associated with growing of improved cassava varieties by cassava farmers, if cassava
tuber production will continue to leverage and promote our economy and serve as beneficial crop in term of food security and safety.
Keywords: Agribusiness, Food Security, Poverty alleviation, Technologies, Varieties.
Viewing Service Learning in Basic Education Curriculum through Gender Lens
(Journal of Capital Development in Behavioural Sciences, 2016-12) Oluwatoyin A. ODELEYE
Typically, functional and relevant educational practices are the thrust of learning experiences that are service-oriented. Service-learning shapes the
thinking and demeanour of the girl-learner to become more concerned with roots of social issues and concerns. Service-learning also helps the girl
learner to become more proactive and pragmatic in resolving human challenges. Through the process of service-learning, the girl-child’s values
and subsequent life choices are positively altered. When the girl-child is given educational opportunity which empowers her to use her skills and
knowledge in real-life situations, learning extends beyond the classroom into the community. Service-learning gives the girl-child authentic
educational experiences and enables her develop empathy for others. Thus, integrating service-learning into pedagogical services delivery will go a long
way in developing and enhancing creativity in the girl-child and will also have positive influence on overall development of the nation. The paper
concludes by recommending among other things that service-learning be integrated into the curriculum and that pupils, especially the females should
be exposed to service-learning right from the home and the elementary school.
Keywords: creativity, education, gender, girl-child, innovation, service learning
Influence of Environmental Factors on Career Choice of Secondary School Students in Ilorin Metropolis: Towards Enhancing Emotional Well-being of Adolescents
(Journal of Capital Development in Behavioural Sciences, 2016-12) Odebode, Aminat Adeola; Adebayo, David Obafemi; Jekayinfa, Oyeyemi Jumoke; Aburime, Aminat Ozohu
This study investigated the influence of environmental factors on career choice of secondary school students in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara state. The
study also examined whether moderating variables such as class level, class type and gender would affect the respondents’ views. The population
consisted of 800 secondary school students that were randomly selected from Ilorin Metropolis. The researchers employed descriptive survey method
for the study. The instrument used was a self-designed questionnaire titled “Career choice Questionnaire (CCQ).The t-test and Analysis of Variance
(ANOVA) at 0.05 alpha level were used to test the hypotheses. The result revealed that environmental factors have a positive influence on career choice
of secondary school students in Ilorin Metropolis. Also, there was no significant difference on the influence of environmental factors on career
choice of secondary school students in Ilorin Metropolis on the bases of class level, gender and class type. Secondary school Counsellors should
provide career guidance to learners on a continual basis during their secondary school education, so as to make adequate career choices and to
enhance their emotional well-being, was recommended.
Key Words: Environmental factors, Career Choice, Secondary School Students, Emotional Well-being