Pedagogy Knowledge and Technology Integration Strategies among Teachers in Public Secondary Schools within Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC)
Adetayo Adekunle Adebanjo, Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, National Open University of Nigeria, Abuja.
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Bulletin | Page 01 to 19
Abstract
In the contemporary educational system, integrating technology into pedagogical practices is essential for fostering student engagement, critical thinking, and digital literacy. This study investigates the extent of pedagogical knowledge and technology integration strategies among teachers in public secondary schools within Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC). Adopting a descriptive survey and correlational research design, the study assesses teachers’ pedagogical competencies, technology adoption strategies, and the effectiveness of professional development programs in supporting technology-enhanced instruction. A stratified random sample of 200 teachers participated in the study, with data collected through a structured 4-point Likert scale questionnaire. Instrument reliability was established through a pilot study, yielding a satisfactory Cronbach’s alpha coefficient. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, linear regression analysis, and Pearson Product-Moment Correlation Coefficient (PPMC) to examine relationships among key variables. Findings indicate that while teachers possess moderate pedagogical knowledge, significant gaps exist in training and confidence regarding technology integration. Teachers employ diverse technology strategies, including multimedia presentations, online learning platforms, and interactive software, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. However, inconsistencies in the effectiveness of these strategies highlight the need for targeted professional development. Administrative support and institutional policies also play a crucial role in facilitating technology adoption in secondary schools.Based on these findings, it is recommended that school administrators implement TPACK-aligned professional development programs, provide access to updated technological resources, and encourage collaborative teaching practices.
Keywords: Pedagogical Knowledge, Technology Integration, Digital Literacy, Professional Development, Secondary Education
Adsorption Behavior of Dye Extract from Justicia carnea Leaf on Cotton Fabric
Nnorom, O. O, Department of Polymer Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria.
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Bulletin | Page 01 to 14
Abstract
The adsorption behavior of dye extracted from Justicia carnea using aqueous method was studied. The dye extract was used to dye cotton fabric treated with a mordant and cotton fabric without mordant. Dyeing was done at 50OC, 60OC and 70OC with Aluminium Potasium Sulphate as mordant. The effluent after dyeing was characterized using FTIR and UV-VIS spectrophotometer. The result of the UV-VIS spectrophotometer confirmed the presence of emodin, a flavonoid in the dye extract. The adsorption studies showed that the adsorption mechanism fits the pseudo-second order kinetic model with the R2 of 0.99. The results also showed that increase in temperature favours dyeing without mordant while decrease in temperature favours dyeing with pre-mordanted cotton fabric.
Keywords: Justicia carnea Leaf, adsorption kinetic, dyeing, mordant
EFFECT OF ASSET STRUCTURE ON RESIDUAL INCOME OF LISTED NIGERIAN FIRMS
ALPHEAUS, Ogechi Eberechi, Department of Accounting, MOUAU
International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Bulletin | Page 01 to 18
Abstract
This study investigates the effect of asset structure on residual income of listed firms in Nigeria, with emphasis on current and non-current asset components. Using a value-based perspective, the study adopts an ex post facto research design and analyses balanced panel data drawn from nine selected firms out of all listed firms in Nigeria over a ten-year period ending in 2025. Descriptive statistics, unit root tests, and panel regression techniques were employed to examine the nature, stationarity, and magnitude of the relationships among the variables. The unit root results indicate that current assets, non-current assets, and residual income are stationary at level, validating the use of panel regression on level data. The Hausman test supports the appropriateness of the random effects model. Regression findings reveal that current asset structure has a positive and statistically significant effect on residual income, suggesting that efficient working capital management enhances firms’ capacity to generate returns above the cost of capital. In contrast, non-current asset structure exhibits a negative and significant influence on residual income, indicating that excessive or inefficient long-term asset investment erodes economic value. These results align with Value-Based Management and Resource-Based View theories, which emphasize asset efficiency over asset accumulation in driving sustainable value creation. The study contributes to the literature by providing empirical evidence on the value implications of asset structuring in an emerging economy context. It recommends that managers prioritize value-based asset allocation decisions and adopt performance measures that incorporate the cost of capital to enhance residual income and shareholder value.
Keywords: Asset structure, Current assets, Non-current assets, Residual income, Value-based management