Education is the panacea that liberates an individual from slavery while the university is the brain box of a nation. As such, this study set out to examine the extent to which academic staff union of the university (ASUU) strikes influences tertiary educational system in Nigeria.
Student performance, quality of education and permanent solution to education problems were measures of the Nigerian educational system while ASUU strike remains the dimension. Findings from the study reveal that quality of education and student performance is negatively influenced by incessant ASUU strike such that increase in ASUU strike is capable of decreasing student performance in the Nigerian universities. The study thus concludes that incessant strike actions culminate into the erosion of academic quality, robbing off academic time from school administrators and upon resuming from a strike, academic work is bound to the rushed. As such, this study recommends that universities monitoring committee should be formulated whose responsibility will be to liaise with the union on the recent challenges the universities are facing and relate back to the government for quick action. This will further help in reducing the incessant industrial action of ASUU and thus boost the education system in Nigeria.
Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
2. ANALYSIS
2.1 LOST OF INTEREST IN CONTINUING PROGRAM
2.2 LACK OF INTEREST IN NIGERIA EDUCATION SYSTEM
2.3 HARDSHIP ON BOTH PARENTS AND STUDENTS
2.4 POOR ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE/ ACHIEVEMENTS
2.5 INEQUALITY
2.6 IMMORALITY AND CRIME
2.7 UNEMPLOYMENT
2.8 DISRUPTION OF SCHOOL CALENDAR
3. CONCLUSION
4. RECOMMENDATIONS
Research Objectives and Topics
This study examines the impact of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strikes on the Nigerian tertiary education system, specifically focusing on how these incessant industrial actions influence student academic performance and educational quality.
- The negative correlation between industrial strikes and student academic outcomes.
- The socioeconomic consequences of academic calendar disruptions for parents and students.
- Institutional challenges leading to examination malpractice and increased student vulnerability.
- Potential policy interventions to minimize the frequency of industrial actions in Nigerian universities.
Excerpt from the Book
INTRODUCTION
The education sub-sector especially tertiary institutions in Nigeria have witnessed in recent time incessant closures due to industrial actions. The effect of these repeated closures of schools and academic programs on students’ learning effectiveness can better be imagined than described. According to Adetiba, (2012) Tertiary education in Nigeria has thus suffered tremendous setbacks as a result of industrial actions by both the academic (ASUU) and the non academic staff. This has always subjected the students to pitiable conditions, disrupting academic programs, giving students undeserved extension in their study years, poor students concentration on academic programs and poor lecturer-student relationships amongst others (Adamu & Nwogo, 2014). Consequently, students academic performance has comparatively become so low while various forms of examination malpractice are on the increase.
University worldwide is regarded as the citadel of learning, the fountain of intellectual development and a ground for the production of leaders of tomorrow. According to Ike (1999) a university fulfills, one major function, it is knowledge and value provider, in other words, a university progresses when it is able to provide knowledge and value and when it is not properly managed by the administrators and staff, it then fails in its function of providing knowledge and value. This according to Nwankwo (2000) explains why merit has been the watchword in the university
Summary of Chapters
INTRODUCTION: This chapter provides an overview of the challenges facing the Nigerian tertiary education sector due to frequent industrial actions and defines the role of universities in human capital development.
ANALYSIS: This section details the multifaceted negative impacts of strikes, including student disinterest, economic hardship for families, declining academic standards, and broader social issues like increased crime and unemployment.
CONCLUSION: The conclusion summarizes that incessant strikes significantly erode academic quality and suggests that these actions should be reduced to a minimum to sustain the education system.
RECOMMENDATIONS: This chapter proposes policy shifts, including increased government funding, better communication between labor unions and the government, and the pursuit of alternative dispute resolution methods.
Keywords
ASUU, Nigeria, Tertiary Education, Industrial Action, Strike, Academic Performance, Student Outcomes, Education System, Labor Relations, Human Capital, Educational Quality, Examination Malpractice, Unemployment, Economic Development, University Administration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary focus of this research paper?
The paper examines the impact of incessant Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) strikes on the quality of education and student performance within Nigerian public universities.
What are the central themes discussed in the study?
The central themes include the disruption of the academic calendar, the erosion of academic standards, socioeconomic hardships faced by stakeholders, and the societal consequences of prolonged school closures.
What is the main research question or goal?
The goal is to determine the extent to which ASUU strikes influence the tertiary educational system in Nigeria and to suggest solutions for stabilizing the academic environment.
Which scientific methodology is implied in the study?
The study utilizes a descriptive analytical approach, reviewing existing literature and previous industrial action records to assess the correlation between strikes and educational outcomes.
What topics are covered in the main body of the work?
The main body covers the history of ASUU industrial actions, an analysis of negative impacts such as student dropouts, increased crime rates, unemployment risks, and potential recommendations for government and union engagement.
Which keywords best characterize this research?
The research is best characterized by keywords like ASUU, industrial action, Nigerian tertiary education, academic performance, and institutional management.
How does the strike influence the age-related job prospects of graduates?
The study notes that frequent strikes extend the time students spend in the university, causing many graduates to exceed the age limit (often 25 years) set by many corporations for recruitment, thereby limiting their job opportunities.
What recommendation is made regarding communication?
The author recommends that the Nigerian Ministry of Labor and ASUU establish effective communication channels to resolve disputes before they escalate into full-blown industrial actions.
- Quote paper
- Etodike Victor Kosolucukwu (Author), 2020, The Staff Union Of Universities (ASUU) Strike On Public Universities in Nigeria. How Did it Impact Tertiary Education ?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/946296
