2025 - Volume 4, Issue I

Front Materials

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Front Materials

THE IMPACT OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS ON ENGLISH SECONDARY EDUCATION IN SRI LANKA (WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO HALDUMMULLA DIVISIONAL SECRETARIAT)

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

THE IMPACT OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC FACTORS ON ENGLISH SECONDARY EDUCATION IN SRI LANKA (WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO HALDUMMULLA DIVISIONAL SECRETARIAT) P.N., Gardihewa This study investigates socio-economic factors affecting English secondary education in Sri Lanka's rural Haldummulla Divisional Secretariat, where economic challenges lead to educational disparities. Focusing on students in Grades 12 and 13, this research explores how socio-economic status, such as family income, parental education, and community resources, influences educational access, quality, and outcomes. A case study approach with mixed methods was used, incorporating structured questionnaires from 250 students and secondary data from governmental records. The findings reveal that lower-income families face significant barriers in accessing educational resources, leading to reduced academic performance and increased dropout rates. Family size and peer influence also impact students' engagement, with larger families having fewer resources per child and academic motivation influenced by peers. Statistical analysis through descriptive statistics and chi-square tests revealed that key subjects like Mathematics and English are particularly affected by economic hardship. The study suggests targeted interventions to close rural education gaps, including enhanced school infrastructure, financial support for low-income families, and improved access to transportation and affordable tuition. Teacher training programs aimed at practical, interactive teaching methods are also recommended to boost student engagement in critical subjects. This research underscores the importance of comprehensive policies to bridge socio-economic barriers, supporting a more equitable education system that promotes better educational outcomes and long-term socio-economic mobility for rural students. In conclusion, this research underscores the complex interplay between socio-economic factors and educational outcomes, emphasizing that educational improvement in rural regions like Haldummulla requires a multi-faceted approach. By addressing both economic and social barriers, there is potential to foster a more equitable education system.

TESTING THE CAUSAL NATURE OF FINANCIAL INFLOWS, FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN WEST AFRICA

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TESTING THE CAUSAL NATURE OF FINANCIAL INFLOWS, FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN WEST AFRICA Adegboyega, Soliu Bidemi; Kolade, Quadri Olayinka West Africa has experienced varying degrees of financial integration with global markets and diverse trajectories in financial sector development over the past three decades. Hence, this study investigates the causal movement and relationships among financial inflows, financial development and economic growth in the sub-region between 1990-2023. Employing second-generation panel data methodologies, including Dumitrescu Hurlin Panel Causality Tests, Cross-Sectional Dependence Tests, Slope Homogeneity as well as second generation Unit root Tests. Descriptive statistics reveal significant variability in economic indicators, with non-normal distributions highlighting the complex economic landscape of the region. The Slope Homogeneity Test conclusively demonstrates heterogeneous economic relationships across West African countries, suggesting that uniform economic models may be inappropriate, while cross-sectional dependence tests confirm substantial interconnectedness among economic variables, indicating that economic dynamics in one country significantly influence others in the sub-region. Data were sourced data World Development Indicator (2024) and was secondary in nature. Therefore, the study employs Dumitrescu Hurlin Panel Causality Tests to achieve the goal.Based on the method, the study uncovers bidirectional relationships between GDP and financial development, remittances, and portfolio investments, underscoring their mutual reinforcement. However, foreign direct investment shows a uni-directional catalyst for both economic growth and financial system development, as all were found to be statistically significant at 5% level. These findings provide an impetus for economic mechanisms of West Africa, emphasizing the need for both holistic and integrated approaches to economic policy-making that recognize the region's dynamics financial as well as economic system.

INFLUENCE OF PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AND AUTONOMY ON EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION AMONG SELECTED BANK WORKERS IN NIGERIA

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT

INFLUENCE OF PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AND AUTONOMY ON EMPLOYEE MOTIVATION AMONG SELECTED BANK WORKERS IN NIGERIA Ogunola, A.A.; W.O., Ademola This study examined the influence of perceived organizational support (POS) and autonomy on employee motivation among selected bank workers in Nigeria. A descriptive research design was employed, and data were collected using validated instruments such as the Survey of Perceived Organizational Support (SPOS), Work Design Questionnaire (WDQ), and Work Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation Scale (WEIMS). The findings revealed that POS significantly influenced employee motivation (R2 = .121, p < .005). Autonomy also had a significant influence on employee motivation (R22 = .142, p < .005). Furthermore, POS and autonomy jointly influenced employee motivation, explaining 23.5% of the variance (R2 = .235, p < .001).The findings indicate that the support employees perceive to have received from their organizations coupled with their ability to express themselves at work in taking cogent decisions about their work on the behalf of the organization will spur them on and encourage them to always put in their best for their workplaces. The study concluded that POS and autonomy are pivotal in driving motivation and job satisfaction among bank workers, leading to enhanced organizational outcomes. Recommendations from the study include enhancing POS through recognition and development programs, promoting job autonomy, developing supportive leadership, providing regular feedback, fostering a positive culture, and managing workload and stress.