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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.eaf2zezm

Effects of Computer-Assisted Instruction on the Academic Performance in Trigonometry among Male and Female Senior Secondary School Students in Kogi State, Nigeria

Dharriyat Salami*, Yusuf Feyisara Zakariya, Mamman Musa, Korau Yahaya Kajuru

This study explored the effects of computer-assisted instruction on the academic performance in trigonometry among male and female senior secondary school students in Kogi State, Nigeria. The study was guided by two research objectives, two research questions, and two null hypotheses tested at α=.05 level of significance. The researcher employed a pretest and posttest quasi-experimental design. Th...

Aug, 2026 pp. 288–294 40 views 18 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.jpaip89e

Gender and Professional Qualification as Correlates of Teacher Competence in Mathematical Modelling: Evidence from Edo South Senatorial District, Nigeria

Esther Ngozi Odafe*

Gender and professional qualification are frequently proposed as correlates of teacher competence in mathematics education, yet their combined effect on competence to teach an unfamiliar, applied curriculum component such as Mathematical Modelling remains under-examined in the Nigerian context. This study investigated whether gender and professional qualification were significantly associated with...

Aug, 2026 pp. 295–303 32 views 9 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.0ecytuzb

Effects of Simulation and Structured Inquiry Strategies on Critical Thinking Skills in Titration among Secondary Schools Students in Kano State, Nigeria

Albert Alabi*, Abdulmalik Sabitu, Omiola Matthew Adetayo

Critical thinking is essential for effective science learning, yet secondary school students often experience limited opportunities to develop critical thinking through conventional laboratory method. This study investigated the effects of Virtual Laboratory Simulation Strategy (VLSS) and Structured Inquiry Strategy (SIS) on senior secondary school students’ critical thinking skills in acid base t...

Aug, 2026 pp. 304–317 36 views 7 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.jlw826lp

Improving Attitudes Towards Calculus through Inquiry-Driven Collaborative Learning Model + ChatGPT among Preservice Mathematics Teachers: A Quasi-Experimental Study

Bashirat Kikelomo Hamza*, Yusuf Feyisara Zakariya, Korau Yahaya Kajuru, Muhammad Kabir Falalu

This study investigated the effect of Inquiry-Driven Collaborative Learning enriched with ChatGPT (IDCL+ChatGPT) on pre-service teachers’ attitudes toward calculus in Kaduna State, Nigeria. Anchored on Social Cognitive Theory, the study adopted a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest non-equivalent control group design. The population comprised 1,122 NCE II Mathematics students in public NCE-awardin...

Aug, 2026 pp. 318–331 40 views 17 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.lt8u7rui

Perceived influence of Artificial Intelligence tools on academic engagement of undergraduate Science Education Students in Rev. Fr. Orshio Moses Adasu University, Makurdi

Joseph Olaiya Fatoki*, Samuel Okanche, Benedict Ojedor Onah

This study examined the perceived influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools on the academic engagement of undergraduate Science Education students at Rev. Fr. Moses Orshio Adasu University, Makurdi. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Two research questions and two hypotheses guided the study. A sample of 120 undergraduate Science Education students selected from ...

Aug, 2026 pp. 332–339 35 views 11 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.yxd37d5m

Effects of a Contextual Approach Mediated by Digital Technology and Automation Literacy on Biology Achievement among Secondary School Students with Low, Medium and High-Ability Levels in Kaduna State, Nigeria

Hadiza Yakubu Hassan*, Isah Alhaji Usman, Amina Salihu Umar

This study investigated the effect of the Contextual Approach on Biology achievement using digital technology and automation literacy among secondary school Biology students of varied ability levels in Kaduna State, Nigeria. As artificial intelligence and automation reshape the global workforce, digital literacy and automation skills are increasingly vital for STEM instruction. A quasi-experimenta...

Aug, 2026 pp. 340–351 31 views 11 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.8h2y9kie

Improving Biology Achievement Among Serialist Learners using a Jigsaw-Enriched Polya Problem-Solving Model: Evidence from Secondary Schools in Zaria, Nigeria

Muhammad Hayatu Yusuf*, Janet Funke Jesulowo

This study investigated the effectiveness of a Jigsaw-Enriched Polya Problem-Solving Model in improving Biology achievement among serialist learners in secondary schools in Zaria, Nigeria. The study was motivated by the persistent poor achievement of students in Biology and the need for innovative instructional approaches that accommodate learners' cognitive preferences while promoting active part...

Aug, 2026 pp. 352–361 36 views 11 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.f7ovll68

Fostering Honesty and Integrity in the Age of Gen-AI: Rethinking Ethical Scientific Attitudes in Science Education Research

Geoffrey Aondolumun Ayua*, Tertsea Kwagh

The rapid adoption of Gen-AI tools such as ChatGPT and Gemini in science education has created unprecedented opportunities for learning, while simultaneously threatening core ethical scientific attitudes. This conceptual paper examines how honesty and integrity, as foundational values in science, are being tested in an AI-mediated educational environment. The paper argues that the ease of fabricat...

Aug, 2026 pp. 362–369 24 views 11 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.dy15bcii

Gender Differences in the Impact of Teacher-Student Verbal Interaction Styles on Biology Performance among Secondary School Students in Niger State, Nigeria

J. O. Joseph*, O. B. Oriolowo, Y. A. Isah

This study investigated gender and interaction styles (democratic, autocratic and laissez-faire) in Biology performance among secondary school students in Niger State, Nigeria. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Two (2) research questions and two (2) corresponding null hypotheses were formulated and tested at  level of significance. Twenty six thousand five hundred (26,5...

Aug, 2026 pp. 370–378 29 views 9 downloads
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Research Article DOI: 10.67203/jossme.2026.3ch9ec66

Effects of Gamification on Academic Performance and Motivation in Learning Electrochemistry among SS2 Students in Sokoto Metropolis, Nigeria

Mustapha Aliyu*, Hassan Aliyu, Bilkisu Umar Mani

Chemistry is an important science subject, but students often experience difficulties in understanding abstract topics such as electrochemistry. The use of conventional teaching methods may not adequately promote students’ active participation and motivation. Gamification, which incorporates game elements such as points, badges, leaderboards, rewards, and quizzes into learning, has emerged as an i...

Aug, 2026 pp. 379–390 42 views 12 downloads