Assessing the impact of prolonged ASUU industrial action on teaching and learning activities in south east Nigerian public universities
Keywords:
ASUU industrial action, teaching, learning activities, south east Nigerian, public universities
Abstract
This study assesses the profound impact of prolonged ASUU (Academic Staff Union of Universities) industrial action on teaching and learning activities in South East Nigerian public universities. Utilizing a descriptive survey design, data were collected through a self-structured questionnaire distributed via Google Forms. The analysis, employing ANOVA and descriptive statistics, revealed significant disruptions in teaching activities, including lecture schedules, faculty absences, academic planning setbacks, and delays in examination processes. Learning activities were equally affected, with diminished student engagement, underutilized resources, delayed assessments, and a decline in academic support services. The findings highlight the multifaceted challenges imposed by ASUU strikes, underscoring the need for proactive measures to mitigate disruptions and ensure the continuity of quality education in the region's universities.
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Akinde, S. I., Aruna, J. O., & Abiodun, E. (2019). Labour relations and human capital development crisis: Implications for academic calendars and annual leave in Nigerian universities. International Journal of Development and Sustainability, 8(8), 488-502.
Amadi, E. C., & Precious, U. (2015). Effects of strike actions on educational management planning of universities in rivers state, Nigeria-Africa. Arabian Journal of Business and Management Review (Nigerian Chapter), 3(11), 28-36.
Awe, B. A., Tilije, R. N., Balogun, B. N., & Olajide, O. I. (2022). Collateral Effects of Strike Actions by Academic Staff on Undergraduates in Public Universities in South West Nigeria. Religación: Revista de Ciencias Sociales y Humanidades, 7(33).
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Hindman, J., Grant, L., & Stronge, J. (2013). The supportive learning environment: Effective teaching practices. Routledge.
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Jolayemi, L. B., & Fatomilola, O. (2020). Causal Relationship between Industrial Action and Economic Growth in Nigeria. Open Access Library Journal, 7(5), 1-14.
Kerkhoven, A. H., Russo, P., Land-Zandstra, A. M., Saxena, A., & Rodenburg, F. J. (2016). Gender stereotypes in science education resources: A visual content analysis. PloS one, 11(11), e0165037.
Kigwilu, P. C., & Akala, W. J. (2017). Resource utilisation and curriculum implementation in community colleges in Kenya. International Journal for Research in Vocational Education and Training (IJRVET), 4(4), 369-381.
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Mohammed, I., & Hammangabdo, E. A. (2022). Investigating the Effects of Staff Unions Industrial Action on Students’ Academic Performance in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions. Sch J Arts Humanit Soc Sci, 7, 345-357.
Murtala, O. M., Nelly, A. F., & Ogunode, N. J. (2022). Psychological Effects of Strike Actions on Academic Staff of Public Universities in Nigeria. Electronic Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 4(4), 29-40.
Naidu, P., & Derani, N. E. S. (2016). A comparative study on quality of education received by students of private universities versus public universities. Procedia Economics and Finance, 35, 659-666.
Nirindrainy, A. F. (2023). The Challenges of University Strikes on Students: A Case Study from Madagascar. East African Journal of Education Studies, 6(3), 441-449.
Nwagbala, S. C., Okafor, J. N., & Ani, A. E. (2023). ASUU Strike on the Academic Performance of Students in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria. European Journal of Science, Innovation and Technology, 3(3), 274-287.
Nwagbala, S. C., Okafor, J. N., & Ani, A. E. (2023). ASUU Strike on the Academic Performance of Students in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria. European Journal of Science, Innovation and Technology, 3(3), 274-287.
Obindu, N., & Kelechi, A. G. (2021). Implication of the use of strike action as an instrument of achieving better conditions of service in our educational system. SOUTH EASTERN JOURNAL OF RESEARCH AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (SEJRSD), 4(1), 62-75.
Odoziobodo, S. I. (2015). Integrity and conflict resolution in Nigeria: An analysis of trade disputes between the Federal Government of Nigeria and the academic staff union of universities, ASUU. European Scientific Journal, 11(22).
Offem, O. O., Anashie, A. I., & Aniah, S. A. (2018). Effect of strikes on management and planning of educational activities in Nigerian universities. Global Journal of Educational Research, 17(1), 1-8.
Ogunode, N. J., Obioma, M. A., & Belloh, A. M. (2023). Accountability in University System in Nigeria: Challenges and Way Forward. European Journal of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Economy, 1(2), 7-18.
Ogunode, N. J., Ohunene, L. A., & Olatunde-Aiyedun, T. G. (2022). A review of factors responsible for high rate of financial corruption in public universities in Nigeria. Central Asian Journal of Social Sciences and History, 3(7), 30-44.
Ogunode, N. J., Ukozor, C. U., & Kware, Z. B. (2023). Delay in Dissertation/Thesis Writing in Public Universities in Nigeria. TA'LIM VA RIVOJLANISH TAHLILI ONLAYN ILMIY JURNALI, 3(3), 223-234.
Oyebode, M. O., & Obaka, A. I. (2022). Socio-economic Impact of Academic Staff Union of Universities’ Incessant Strikes on Host Communities: Focus on Anyigba Community of Kogi State, Nigeria. KIU Journal of Social Sciences, 8(2), 111-126.
Oyebode, M. O., & Obaka, A. I. (2022). Socio-economic Impact of Academic Staff Union of Universities’ Incessant Strikes on Host Communities: Focus on Anyigba Community of Kogi State, Nigeria. KIU Journal of Social Sciences, 8(2), 111-126.
Sunday, O. U., & Lawan, A. A. (2023). Strikes of the Academic Staff Union of Universities: An Avenue to Guarantee Quality Architectural and Other Education in Nigeria. American Journal of Civil Engineering and Architecture, 11(1), 17-21.
Yohanna, A., & Diggah, A. (2022). Effect of incessant strike on Nigerian education: implications for universit y education in Nigeria. AJERLP, 24, 217-226.
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