Lecturers’ Appraisal of Application of Andragogical Learning Principles during Instructions in Tertiary Institutions

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to assist lecturers self-appraise their application of andragogical learning principles during instructions in tertiary institutions in Anambra State. Evaluative survey research design was adopted for the work. The area of study was all government-owned tertiary institutions in Anambra State. Two research questions were used in the study. A total of 350 lecturers constituted the sample of the study. Principles of Adult Learning scales (PALS) was the instrument used for the study. PALS was duly validated and the alpha co-efficient reliability index obtained using Cronbach method was 0.90. Data was analyzed using mean and standard deviation to answer research questions. The findings indicate among other things that lecturers’ appraisal of their application of andragogical learning principles during instructions were learner-centred. Based on the findings, recommendations were made which includes that management of various institutions of higher learning should constantly monitor and assess the performance of lecturers to ensure proper application of right principles of teaching and learning especially as it affects adult learners.

DOI: 10.5901/jesr.2013.v3n8p151