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Abstract Of Source and Structure of Knowledge Factors Influencing Students Achievement in Accounting Concepts in Ondo State, Nigeria
This study examined the source and structure of knowledge factors influencing students’ achievement in selected Accounting concepts in Ondo State, Nigeria. This has become necessary because of the poor performance of students in the subject. This research aimed to know the influence of the source and structure of knowledge factors on students achievement in Accounting because poor performance in the subject limits their potential for advancement to tertiary institutions and their career. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The sample consists of 201 students selected by simple random sampling in four secondary schools in Akoko North East Local Government, Ondo State. The data was subjected to multiple regression analysis and the results showed that there is no significant relationship between source and structure of knowledge and students’ achievement in Accounting concepts (r=0.13; p>0.05). The findings also showed that the source of knowledge (β= -0.06; t=-0.068; p>0.05) and the structure of knowledge (β=-0.05; t=-0.055; p>0.05) have no significant relative influence on students’ academic achievement in Accounting concepts.
Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that other factors that can possibly affect students’ performance in Accounting concepts such as parents’ factors, peer influence, students interest in the subject and the socio economic status or family background should be considered.
 KEYWORDS: Source of Knowledge, Structure of Knowledge, Academic Achievement.
TABLE OF CONTENT
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Title                                                                                                  Page
Title Page                                                                                         i
Certification                                                                                     ii
Dedication                                                                                        iii
Acknowledgement                                                                            iv
Abstract                                                                                           v
Table of Content                                                                              vi
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
Background to the Study                                                                   1
Statement of the Problem                                                                  4
Purpose of the Study                                                                         5
Research Questions                                                                          5
Significance of the Study                                                                 6
Scope of the Study                                                                            6
Definition of Terms                                                                          6
CHAPTER TWO: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURES
Introduction                                                                                      8
Theoretical Framework                                                                     8
Source of Knowledge                                                                        10
Structure of Knowledge                                                                    11
Teachers’ Effectiveness and Academic Achievement                         12
Instructional Material Use and Academic Achievement                      14
Internet Usage and Academic Achievement                                       15
Curriculum and Academic Achievement                                            17
Method of Teaching and Academic Achievement                              19
Summary                                                                                         21
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODS
Introduction                                                                                      23
Research Design                                                                               23
Population of the Study                                                                     23
Sample and Sampling Technique                                                       24
Research Instruments                                                                        24
Validity of the Instrument                                                                 25
Reliability of the Instrument                                                             25
Administration of the Instrument                                                       25
Data Analysis                                                                                   26
CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Demographic Data Presentation                                                         27
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
Discussion of Findings                                                                            30
Summary                                                                                            31
Conclusion                                                                                       31
Recommendations                                                                            32
Limitations to the Study                                                                    32
Suggestions for Further Studies                                                        33
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