Influence of ICT and Field Work on Senior Secondary School Students’ Academic Achievements in Agricultural Science in Oyo Central Senatorial District, Oyo State
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2024-12
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Lead City University, Ibadan
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This study investigated the influence of ICT and fieldwork on academic achievement in Agricultural Science among SS2 students in Oyo Central Senatorial District. Using a descriptive survey design. The total population was 924 students. The study used a multi-stage sampling method to select six secondary schools meeting specific criteria. Sample sizes were determined proportionally based on population size, totalling 414 students. Instruments include ICT and Fieldwork Questionnaires (IFQ) and an Agric Science Achievement Test (AAT). Questionnaire reliability was assessed with Cronbach's Alpha (0.891), and AAT reliability with the Kudar Richanson KR20 method (0.883). Data was analysed using simple percentages and multiple regression was used to test the hypotheses. Challenges with ICT facilities in teaching Agricultural Science are notably high (x̅= 2.6148), while fieldwork areas' availability is also extensive (x̅= 2.1734). Relevancy of fieldwork areas scores very high (x̅= 3.186), while
challenges related to fieldwork are moderately extensive (x̅= 1.948). The analysis reveals a significant contribution of both ICT facilities and fieldwork factors to students' academic achievement in Agricultural Science (F2, 214 = 1.085, Adj. R 2 = 0.158, P < 0.05). Computer and Email usage positively impact academic performance (Computer: Beta = 0.106, p = 0.015; Email: Beta = 0.593, p = 0.000), while Radio usage has a negative effect (Beta = 0.335, p = 0.000). Planting Bed and Livestock activities significantly contribute to academic achievement (Planting Bed: Beta = 0.710, p = 0.000; Livestock: Beta = 0.601, p = 0.000), but the Irrigation System does not (p = 0.507). This study reveals that ICT tools and fieldwork activities significantly boost SS2 students' academic achievement in Agricultural Science. Computers, email, and hands-on
activities, like planting and livestock care, enhance learning, though challenges with ICT and fieldwork resources remain. Addressing these issues could further improve outcomes in Agricultural Science education. Recommendations included improving ICT infrastructure, providing financial aid, training maintenance personnel, addressing power supply issues, and implementing land allocation strategies.
Keywords: Information Communication Technology, Fieldwork, Academic Achievement, Facilities
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Information Communication Technology, Fieldwork, Academic Achievement, Fa
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Kate Turabia