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CAUSES AND
SOLUTIONS OF TRUANCY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ENUGU NORTH.
Abstract
This project was carried out to find
out the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students in
Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Fitzgerald (2005) and Nwachukwu
(2005), observed that though causes of truancy tend to overlap, the factors
that contributes to truancy can be identified as; student, family, school and
community related factors. Furthermore, the present researchers’ findings made
it evident that there is a disparity in perceptions regarding the system of
expectations and sanctions at different levels does tend to increase attendance
in the short run and does not seem to be an important component in the
long-term reduction of truancy.
Chapter one and two is the background
of the study and the review of related literature respectively. In chapter
three, the research methodology and overall design of the study was presented.
Chapter Four, dealt with data presentation and analysis. The Educational
implication of the study, recommendation and summary were contained in Chapter
5. References and Appendices were
inclusive.
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Title page
- - -
- - -
- - -
- i
Certification
page - - -
- - -
- -- -
ii
Approval
page -- - -
- - -
- - -
iii
Dedication
- - -
- - -
- -
- - iv
Acknowledgement
- - -
- - -
- - -
v
Abstract
-- - -
- - -
- - -
- vi
Table of
Content - - -
- -
- - -
- vii
CHAPTER ONE:
Introduction
1.1 Background of Study - -
- - -
- - 1
1.2 Statement of Problem - -
- - -
- - 4
1.3 Purpose of Study -
- - -
- - -
5
1.4 Significance of Study - -
- - -
- - 6
1.5 Scope of Study - -
- - -
- - -
7
1.6 Research Questions - -
- - -
- - 7
CHAPTER TWO:
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 8
2.1 Causes of Truancy - -
- - -
- - -
8
2.1.1Student
Factors - - -
- - -
- - 9
2.1.2 Family
Factors - - -
- - -
- - 10
2.3 School Factors - -
- - -
- - -
13
2.1.4Community
Factors - - -
- - --
- 15
2.2 Possible Solutions to Truancy - -
- - -
- 17
2.2.1The
family Roles in Minimizing Truancy in Schools - -
18
2.2.2The
Role of School Towards Reduction of Truancy -
- 21
2.2.3The Role
of Government Towards Reduction of Truancy -
25
2.3 Summary. - -
- - -
- - -
- 28
CHAPTER
THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 30
3.1 Design of Study- -
- - -
- - 30
3.2 Area of Study - -
- - -
- - -
30
3.3 Population of study -- -
- - -
- 31
3.4 Sample and Sampling Technique - -
- - -
31
3.5 Instrument of Data Collection -- -
- - -
32
3.5 Validation of Instrument -- -
- - -
32
3.7 Administration of Instrument - -
- - -
32
3.8 Method of Data Analysis -
- - --
- - 32
3.9 Decision Rule -- -
- - -
- - -
33
CHAPTER
FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 34
4.1 Research Question 1- -
- - -
- - 34
4.2 Research Question 2- -
- - -
- - 35
4.3 Research Question 3- -
- - -
- - 37
4.4 Research Question 4- -
- - -
- - 38
4.5 Research Question 5- -
- - -
- - 39
CHAPTER
FIVE: DISCUSSIONS, IMPLICATIONS,
CONCLUSIONS
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 40
5.1 Discussion of Findings - -
- - -
- - 40
5.1.1Discussions
on Causes of Truancy - - -
- - 40
5.1.2Discussion
on Possible Solutions to Truancy -
- - 41
5.2 Educational Implications-- -
- - -
- 45
5.3 Recommendations - -
- - -
- - -
46
5.4 Suggestion for Further Studies - -
- - -
46
5.5 Summary- -
- - -
- - -
- 47
REFERENCES-- -
- - -
- - -
- 48
APPENDIX -
- - -
- - -
- - -
52
CHAPTER ONE
1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Oxford Advanced learner Dictionary
(2001) defined ‘cause’ as:
(I) The person or thing that makes
something happen;
(II) A reason for having particular feeling
or behaving in a particular way;
(III) An organization or idea that people
support or fight,
(IV) A case that goes to court of law.
Encyclopedia wikipedea (2009) opined
that ‘cause’, as it relates to the research topic is what makes something
happen or a reason for behaving in a particular way. In the same context,
Microsoft Encarta (2009) defines solution as a way of solving a problem or
dealing with a difficult situation or undesirable behavior.
Truancy is any intentional
unauthorized absence from schooling. The term typically describes absence
caused by students of their own free will, and usually does not refer to
legitimate “excused ” absence. It may also refer to students who attend school
but do not go to classes, (wikipedea 2009).
In the same vain, Nwachukwu (2004)
said that a truant is one who absents him/herself from classes and school
functions, comes late to classes and returns days or even weeks after the
beginning of each term without any good permission. Meanwhile Nwachukwu (1999)
opined that if a student’s character does not conform with the already mapped
out rules and regulations with regards to class attendance and other school
activities, that such student is regarded as a truant.
According to Baker, sigmon and Nugent
(2001), voluminous research indicates that school problems including: academic
failure, juvenile delinquency, gang activity and drug abuse. Nonetheless, the
present researchers believe that some of the causes of truancy are non- student
factors like, inadequate parental care, cruel teachers, and poor school
management.
In the light of the above, Nwangwu
(1991) reported that most parents usually over look their responsibilities in
training their children rather they try to transfer their roles to the school,
neglecting their vital roles of nurturing the character of the child at home.
It does not mean that a teacher has not got their own shortcomings. Araonyer
(1991) said that some teachers are chief truant who come to school at will
while some make lessons very difficult for the student by jumping into the
class without proper preparation for the lesson. The present researchers
observed that in any school where management has a laissez – faire approach to
disciplinary issues like, punctuality, neatness, moral conduct etc the students
show lackadaisical attitude to school functions and thus revert to truancy.
Fitzgerald (2005) explained that school attendance is an important factor in
the development of child’s future. Success in school often leads to a bright
and promising future for a student. He further opined that many students stray
away from school and become involved in negative activities such as drug abuse,
delinquent behavior and gang activity. Sigmon and Nugent (2001) warned that not
only does truancy have an immediate effect on the secondary school student, it
also extends far into student’s adult years with increased likelihood of
incarceration.
The National policy on Education (2004)
defined secondary Education, as the education children receive after primary
Education and before the tertiary stage. Post primary school board (PPSMB)
statistical record PRS (2009) shows that there are nine government owned
secondary schools in Enugu North local Government Area. Enugu north local
government area is in Enugu senatorial district of Enugu state, Nigeria. The
area is predominantly an urban settlement with a few rural communities. Some
the communities in Enugu North L.G.A include : Enugu Ngwo, Iva-valley , Coal
camp, G.R.A, independent Lay-out , Ogui and Asata.
1.2 STATEMENT OF PROBLEM;
Truancy has been a nagging issue in
Nigeria and Enugu state in particular, Ogakwu (2009). Beyond the effect that
missed schooling may have on a student’s educational attainment, truancy may
indicate more deeply embedded problems with the student presently and in latter
life .The entire educational system is also affected, wikipedea, (2001).
This study
tends to find out the causes, consequences and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in Enugu North local government Area. It has been
earlier perceived in the background of this study that the incident of truancy
is on increase. This is perhaps due to school phobia, delinquency, inadequate
parental responsibility or care, attitudes of class teachers and the school
management.
Specifically,
One Would Like to Ask
1. What is the contributing factor of truancy
among secondary school students?
2.In what
ways can the parents help in reducing the incidence of truancy in schools?
3.What roles
have teacher to play in order to reduce truancy?
4.What roles
have the school management and non-tutorial staff to play in pursuit of the
solutions to truancy?
5.How can
government help to reduce truancy among secondary school students?
1.3 Purpose of Study
Based on the background and the
problems and of this study, the main purpose underlying this project is to
investigate the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students
in Enugu North local government Area. The study specifically seeks to
determine;
1. Why some students abscond from school?
2. Why some students sneak out the school
during classes?
3. What roles can the teacher, parents,
school authorities and government play towards the reduction of truancy?
4. What strategies can be used to affect the
desired changes?
1.4 Significance of Study
The usefulness of this research
work in the educational system cannot be over emphasized. If the result of the
study is properly utilized, it is going to be of benefits to the students,
teachers, parents and government.
1. The students carrying out this
research study needed the result of the research to fulfill their graduation
requirements.
2. The research work will help to
educate the up coming students on the consequences of truancy.
3. It will help the parents to
understand the need for adequate parental care on school children.
4. It will intimate the teachers and
other school staff on the strategies to employ in order to reduce the incidence
of truancy in schools.
5. It will help the government to design
relevant policies and legislations to curb the menace of truancy in this
country.
1.5 Scope of
Study
The study was based on the
secondary schools in Enugu North local government Area, Enugu state. The scope
of the study is limited to determine the causes and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in the area.
1.6 Research
Questions
The following research questions were
formulated to guide the study;
1. What are the contributing factors of
truancy among secondary school students?
2. In what ways can parents help in
reducing the incidences of truancy in school?
3. What roles have the teachers to play
in other to reduce truancy in schools?
4. What are the roles of the school
authority in reduction of truancy among students?
5. How can government help in reduction
of truancy among secondary school students?
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ENUGU STATE
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CAUSES AND
SOLUTIONS OF TRUANCY AMONG
SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ENUGU NORTH.
Abstract
This project was carried out to find
out the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students in
Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Fitzgerald (2005) and Nwachukwu
(2005), observed that though causes of truancy tend to overlap, the factors
that contributes to truancy can be identified as; student, family, school and
community related factors. Furthermore, the present researchers’ findings made
it evident that there is a disparity in perceptions regarding the system of
expectations and sanctions at different levels does tend to increase attendance
in the short run and does not seem to be an important component in the
long-term reduction of truancy.
Chapter one and two is the background
of the study and the review of related literature respectively. In chapter
three, the research methodology and overall design of the study was presented.
Chapter Four, dealt with data presentation and analysis. The Educational
implication of the study, recommendation and summary were contained in Chapter
5. References and Appendices were
inclusive.
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Title page
- - -
- - -
- - -
- i
Certification
page - - -
- - -
- -- -
ii
Approval
page -- - -
- - -
- - -
iii
Dedication
- - -
- - -
- - -
- iv
Acknowledgement
- - -
- -
- - -
- v
Abstract
-- - -
- - -
- - -
- vi
Table of
Content - - -
- - -
- - -
vii
CHAPTER ONE:
Introduction
1.1 Background of Study - -
- - -
- - 1
1.2 Statement of Problem - -
- - -
- - 4
1.3 Purpose of Study -
- - -
- - -
5
1.4 Significance of Study - -
- - -
- -
6
1.5 Scope of Study - -
- - -
- - -
7
1.6 Research Questions - -
- - -
- - 7
CHAPTER TWO:
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 8
2.1 Causes of Truancy - -
- - -
- - -
8
2.1.1Student
Factors - - -
- - -
- - 9
2.1.2 Family
Factors - - -
- - -
- - 10
2.3 School Factors - -
- - -
- - -
13
2.1.4Community
Factors - - -
- - --
- 15
2.2 Possible Solutions to Truancy - -
- - -
- 17
2.2.1The
family Roles in Minimizing Truancy in Schools - -
18
2.2.2The
Role of School Towards Reduction of Truancy -
- 21
2.2.3The
Role of Government Towards Reduction of Truancy - 25
2.3 Summary. - -
- - -
- - -
- 28
CHAPTER
THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 30
3.1 Design of Study- -
- - -
- - 30
3.2 Area of Study - -
- - -
- - -
30
3.3 Population of study -- -
- - -
- 31
3.4 Sample and Sampling Technique - -
- - -
31
3.5 Instrument of Data Collection -- -
- - -
32
3.5 Validation of Instrument -- -
- - -
32
3.7 Administration of Instrument - -
- - -
32
3.8 Method of Data Analysis -
- - --
- - 32
3.9 Decision Rule -- -
- - -
- - -
33
CHAPTER
FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 34
4.1 Research Question 1- -
- - -
- - 34
4.2 Research Question 2- -
- - -
- - 35
4.3 Research Question 3- -
- - -
- - 37
4.4 Research Question 4- -
- - -
- - 38
4.5 Research Question 5- -
- - -
- -
39
CHAPTER
FIVE: DISCUSSIONS, IMPLICATIONS,
CONCLUSIONS
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.0 Introduction - -
- - -
- - -
- 40
5.1 Discussion of Findings - -
- - -
- - 40
5.1.1Discussions
on Causes of Truancy - - -
- - 40
5.1.2Discussion
on Possible Solutions to Truancy -
- - 41
5.2 Educational Implications-- -
- - -
- 45
5.3 Recommendations - -
- - -
- - -
46
5.4 Suggestion for Further Studies - -
- - -
46
5.5 Summary- -
- - -
- - -
- 47
REFERENCES-- -
- - -
- - -
- 48
APPENDIX -
- - -
- - -
- - -
52
CHAPTER ONE
1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Oxford Advanced learner Dictionary
(2001) defined ‘cause’ as:
(I) The person or thing that makes
something happen;
(II) A reason for having particular feeling
or behaving in a particular way;
(III) An organization or idea that people
support or fight,
(IV) A case that goes to court of law.
Encyclopedia wikipedea (2009) opined
that ‘cause’, as it relates to the research topic is what makes something
happen or a reason for behaving in a particular way. In the same context,
Microsoft Encarta (2009) defines solution as a way of solving a problem or
dealing with a difficult situation or undesirable behavior.
Truancy is any intentional
unauthorized absence from schooling. The term typically describes absence
caused by students of their own free will, and usually does not refer to
legitimate “excused ” absence. It may also refer to students who attend school
but do not go to classes, (wikipedea 2009).
In the same vain, Nwachukwu (2004)
said that a truant is one who absents him/herself from classes and school
functions, comes late to classes and returns days or even weeks after the
beginning of each term without any good permission. Meanwhile Nwachukwu (1999)
opined that if a student’s character does not conform with the already mapped
out rules and regulations with regards to class attendance and other school
activities, that such student is regarded as a truant.
According to Baker, sigmon and Nugent
(2001), voluminous research indicates that school problems including: academic
failure, juvenile delinquency, gang activity and drug abuse. Nonetheless, the
present researchers believe that some of the causes of truancy are non- student
factors like, inadequate parental care, cruel teachers, and poor school
management.
In the light of the above, Nwangwu
(1991) reported that most parents usually over look their responsibilities in
training their children rather they try to transfer their roles to the school,
neglecting their vital roles of nurturing the character of the child at home.
It does not mean that a teacher has not got their own shortcomings. Araonyer
(1991) said that some teachers are chief truant who come to school at will
while some make lessons very difficult for the student by jumping into the class
without proper preparation for the lesson. The present researchers observed
that in any school where management has a laissez – faire approach to
disciplinary issues like, punctuality, neatness, moral conduct etc the students
show lackadaisical attitude to school functions and thus revert to truancy.
Fitzgerald (2005) explained that school attendance is an important factor in
the development of child’s future. Success in school often leads to a bright
and promising future for a student. He further opined that many students stray
away from school and become involved in negative activities such as drug abuse,
delinquent behavior and gang activity. Sigmon and Nugent (2001) warned that not
only does truancy have an immediate effect on the secondary school student, it
also extends far into student’s adult years with increased likelihood of
incarceration.
The National policy on Education (2004)
defined secondary Education, as the education children receive after primary
Education and before the tertiary stage. Post primary school board (PPSMB)
statistical record PRS (2009) shows that there are nine government owned
secondary schools in Enugu North local Government Area. Enugu north local
government area is in Enugu senatorial district of Enugu state, Nigeria. The area
is predominantly an urban settlement with a few rural communities. Some the
communities in Enugu North L.G.A include : Enugu Ngwo, Iva-valley , Coal camp,
G.R.A, independent Lay-out , Ogui and Asata.
1.2 STATEMENT OF PROBLEM;
Truancy has been a nagging issue in
Nigeria and Enugu state in particular, Ogakwu (2009). Beyond the effect that
missed schooling may have on a student’s educational attainment, truancy may
indicate more deeply embedded problems with the student presently and in latter
life .The entire educational system is also affected, wikipedea, (2001).
This study
tends to find out the causes, consequences and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in Enugu North local government Area. It has been
earlier perceived in the background of this study that the incident of truancy
is on increase. This is perhaps due to school phobia, delinquency, inadequate
parental responsibility or care, attitudes of class teachers and the school
management.
Specifically,
One Would Like to Ask
1. What is the contributing factor of truancy
among secondary school students?
2.In what
ways can the parents help in reducing the incidence of truancy in schools?
3.What roles
have teacher to play in order to reduce truancy?
4.What roles
have the school management and non-tutorial staff to play in pursuit of the
solutions to truancy?
5.How can
government help to reduce truancy among secondary school students?
1.3 Purpose of Study
Based on the background and the
problems and of this study, the main purpose underlying this project is to
investigate the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students
in Enugu North local government Area. The study specifically seeks to
determine;
1. Why some students abscond from school?
2. Why some students sneak out the school
during classes?
3. What roles can the teacher, parents,
school authorities and government play towards the reduction of truancy?
4. What strategies can be used to affect the
desired changes?
1.4 Significance of Study
The usefulness of this research
work in the educational system cannot be over emphasized. If the result of the
study is properly utilized, it is going to be of benefits to the students,
teachers, parents and government.
1. The students carrying out this
research study needed the result of the research to fulfill their graduation
requirements.
2. The research work will help to
educate the up coming students on the consequences of truancy.
3. It will help the parents to
understand the need for adequate parental care on school children.
4. It will intimate the teachers and
other school staff on the strategies to employ in order to reduce the incidence
of truancy in schools.
5. It will help the government to design
relevant policies and legislations to curb the menace of truancy in this
country.
1.5 Scope of
Study
The study was based on the
secondary schools in Enugu North local government Area, Enugu state. The scope
of the study is limited to determine the causes and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in the area.
1.6 Research
Questions
The following research questions were
formulated to guide the study;
1. What are the contributing factors of
truancy among secondary school students?
2. In what ways can parents help in
reducing the incidences of truancy in school?
3. What roles have the teachers to play
in other to reduce truancy in schools?
4. What are the roles of the school
authority in reduction of truancy among students?
5. How can government help in reduction
of truancy among secondary school students?
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, ENUGU STATE
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CAUSES AND
SOLUTIONS OF TRUANCY AMONG
SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ENUGU NORTH.
Abstract
This project was carried out to find
out the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students in
Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State.
Fitzgerald (2005) and Nwachukwu
(2005), observed that though causes of truancy tend to overlap, the factors
that contributes to truancy can be identified as; student, family, school and
community related factors. Furthermore, the present researchers’ findings made
it evident that there is a disparity in perceptions regarding the system of
expectations and sanctions at different levels does tend to increase attendance
in the short run and does not seem to be an important component in the
long-term reduction of truancy.
Chapter one and two is the background of
the study and the review of related literature respectively. In chapter three,
the research methodology and overall design of the study was presented. Chapter
Four, dealt with data presentation and analysis. The Educational implication of
the study, recommendation and summary were contained in Chapter 5. References and Appendices were
inclusive.
TABLE OF
CONTENTS
Title page
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Certification
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Approval
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Dedication
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Acknowledgement
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Abstract
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Table of
Content - - -
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CHAPTER ONE:
Introduction
1.1 Background of Study - -
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1.2 Statement of Problem - -
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1.3 Purpose of Study -
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1.4 Significance of Study - -
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1.5 Scope of Study - -
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1.6 Research Questions - -
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CHAPTER TWO:
REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE
2.0 Introduction - -
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2.1 Causes of Truancy - -
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8
2.1.1Student
Factors - - -
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2.1.2 Family
Factors - - -
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2.3 School Factors - -
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2.1.4Community
Factors - - -
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2.2 Possible Solutions to Truancy - -
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2.2.1The
family Roles in Minimizing Truancy in Schools - -
18
2.2.2The
Role of School Towards Reduction of Truancy -
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2.2.3The
Role of Government Towards Reduction of Truancy - 25
2.3 Summary. - -
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CHAPTER
THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.0 Introduction - -
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3.1 Design of Study- -
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3.2 Area of Study - -
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3.3 Population of study -- -
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3.4 Sample and Sampling Technique - -
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3.5 Instrument of Data Collection -- -
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3.5 Validation of Instrument -- -
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3.7 Administration of Instrument - -
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3.8 Method of Data Analysis -
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3.9 Decision Rule -- -
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CHAPTER
FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
4.0 Introduction - -
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4.1 Research Question 1- -
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4.2 Research Question 2- -
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4.3 Research Question 3- -
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4.4 Research Question 4- -
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4.5 Research Question 5- -
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CHAPTER
FIVE: DISCUSSIONS, IMPLICATIONS,
CONCLUSIONS
AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.0 Introduction - -
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5.1 Discussion of Findings - -
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5.1.1Discussions
on Causes of Truancy - - -
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5.1.2Discussion
on Possible Solutions to Truancy -
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5.2 Educational Implications-- -
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5.3 Recommendations - -
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46
5.4 Suggestion for Further Studies - -
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5.5 Summary- -
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REFERENCES-- -
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APPENDIX -
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52
CHAPTER ONE
1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY
Oxford Advanced learner Dictionary
(2001) defined ‘cause’ as:
(I) The person or thing that makes
something happen;
(II) A reason for having particular feeling
or behaving in a particular way;
(III) An organization or idea that people
support or fight,
(IV) A case that goes to court of law.
Encyclopedia wikipedea (2009) opined
that ‘cause’, as it relates to the research topic is what makes something
happen or a reason for behaving in a particular way. In the same context,
Microsoft Encarta (2009) defines solution as a way of solving a problem or
dealing with a difficult situation or undesirable behavior.
Truancy is any intentional
unauthorized absence from schooling. The term typically describes absence
caused by students of their own free will, and usually does not refer to
legitimate “excused ” absence. It may also refer to students who attend school
but do not go to classes, (wikipedea 2009).
In the same vain, Nwachukwu (2004)
said that a truant is one who absents him/herself from classes and school
functions, comes late to classes and returns days or even weeks after the
beginning of each term without any good permission. Meanwhile Nwachukwu (1999)
opined that if a student’s character does not conform with the already mapped
out rules and regulations with regards to class attendance and other school
activities, that such student is regarded as a truant.
According to Baker, sigmon and Nugent
(2001), voluminous research indicates that school problems including: academic
failure, juvenile delinquency, gang activity and drug abuse. Nonetheless, the
present researchers believe that some of the causes of truancy are non- student
factors like, inadequate parental care, cruel teachers, and poor school
management.
In the light of the above, Nwangwu
(1991) reported that most parents usually over look their responsibilities in
training their children rather they try to transfer their roles to the school,
neglecting their vital roles of nurturing the character of the child at home.
It does not mean that a teacher has not got their own shortcomings. Araonyer
(1991) said that some teachers are chief truant who come to school at will
while some make lessons very difficult for the student by jumping into the
class without proper preparation for the lesson. The present researchers
observed that in any school where management has a laissez – faire approach to
disciplinary issues like, punctuality, neatness, moral conduct etc the students
show lackadaisical attitude to school functions and thus revert to truancy.
Fitzgerald (2005) explained that school attendance is an important factor in
the development of child’s future. Success in school often leads to a bright
and promising future for a student. He further opined that many students stray
away from school and become involved in negative activities such as drug abuse,
delinquent behavior and gang activity. Sigmon and Nugent (2001) warned that not
only does truancy have an immediate effect on the secondary school student, it
also extends far into student’s adult years with increased likelihood of
incarceration.
The National policy on Education (2004)
defined secondary Education, as the education children receive after primary
Education and before the tertiary stage. Post primary school board (PPSMB)
statistical record PRS (2009) shows that there are nine government owned
secondary schools in Enugu North local Government Area. Enugu north local
government area is in Enugu senatorial district of Enugu state, Nigeria. The
area is predominantly an urban settlement with a few rural communities. Some
the communities in Enugu North L.G.A include : Enugu Ngwo, Iva-valley , Coal
camp, G.R.A, independent Lay-out , Ogui and Asata.
1.2 STATEMENT OF PROBLEM;
Truancy has been a nagging issue in
Nigeria and Enugu state in particular, Ogakwu (2009). Beyond the effect that
missed schooling may have on a student’s educational attainment, truancy may
indicate more deeply embedded problems with the student presently and in latter
life .The entire educational system is also affected, wikipedea, (2001).
This study
tends to find out the causes, consequences and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in Enugu North local government Area. It has been
earlier perceived in the background of this study that the incident of truancy
is on increase. This is perhaps due to school phobia, delinquency, inadequate
parental responsibility or care, attitudes of class teachers and the school
management.
Specifically,
One Would Like to Ask
1. What is the contributing factor of truancy
among secondary school students?
2.In what
ways can the parents help in reducing the incidence of truancy in schools?
3.What roles
have teacher to play in order to reduce truancy?
4.What roles
have the school management and non-tutorial staff to play in pursuit of the
solutions to truancy?
5.How can
government help to reduce truancy among secondary school students?
1.3 Purpose of Study
Based on the background and the
problems and of this study, the main purpose underlying this project is to
investigate the causes and solutions of truancy among secondary school students
in Enugu North local government Area. The study specifically seeks to
determine;
1. Why some students abscond from school?
2. Why some students sneak out the school
during classes?
3. What roles can the teacher, parents,
school authorities and government play towards the reduction of truancy?
4. What strategies can be used to affect the
desired changes?
1.4 Significance of Study
The usefulness of this research
work in the educational system cannot be over emphasized. If the result of the
study is properly utilized, it is going to be of benefits to the students,
teachers, parents and government.
1. The students carrying out this
research study needed the result of the research to fulfill their graduation
requirements.
2. The research work will help to
educate the up coming students on the consequences of truancy.
3. It will help the parents to understand the
need for adequate parental care on school children.
4. It will intimate the teachers and
other school staff on the strategies to employ in order to reduce the incidence
of truancy in schools.
5. It will help the government to design
relevant policies and legislations to curb the menace of truancy in this
country.
1.5 Scope of
Study
The study was based on the
secondary schools in Enugu North local government Area, Enugu state. The scope
of the study is limited to determine the causes and solution of truancy among
secondary school students in the area.
1.6 Research
Questions
The following research questions were
formulated to guide the study;
1. What are the contributing factors of
truancy among secondary school students?
2. In what ways can parents help in
reducing the incidences of truancy in school?
3. What roles have the teachers to play
in other to reduce truancy in schools?
4. What are the roles of the school
authority in reduction of truancy among students?
5. How can government help in reduction
of truancy among secondary school students?
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