Title: Influence of School Environment on the Academic Achievement of Students of Public Secondary School in Ukanafun Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom
Authors: Taiwo Ebenezer ADELEKE, Clement Gregory AKUDOH, Busayo Bose ADELEKE
Volume: 8
Issue: 9
Pages: 30-38
Publication Date: 2024/09/28
Abstract:
This study investigates the impact of the school environment on the academic achievement of students in public secondary schools within Ukanafun Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. The research focused on three senior secondary schools in this area. The aims and objectives of the study were outlined in Chapter One. Chapter Two reviewed relevant literature on the school environment, the state of English language teaching and learning in Nigeria, and academic achievement. The study also examined three theoretical frameworks and several empirical studies related to the topic. A descriptive survey research design was employed for this study. Data were collected using the School Environment Questionnaire (SEQ) and the Student Achievement Test. The questionnaire was divided into two sections: Part A gathered demographic information from respondents, while Part B required respondents to answer questions related to the research aims. The findings indicate that the school environment significantly influences students' academic performance in public secondary schools in Ukanafun Local Government Area. The study highlights that an inadequate school environment is a major barrier to academic achievement. Based on these findings, several recommendations were proposed to improve the school environment and enhance student performance.