Role Of Radio In Improving The Educational System
(A Case Study Of Esbs/Imt Poly Air Programme)
Radio plays a crucial role in enhancing the educational system by serving as a dynamic tool for disseminating knowledge and fostering learning opportunities. Its impact on education is profound, as it transcends traditional boundaries, reaching diverse audiences across geographical locations. Through educational radio programs, students gain access to a diverse array of subjects, enabling a comprehensive understanding of various disciplines. The auditory nature of radio allows for the effective communication of complex concepts, making it an inclusive medium for learners with different preferences and abilities. Moreover, radio programs tailored to specific educational needs contribute to a more personalized and engaging learning experience. By leveraging radio broadcasts, educational institutions can bridge gaps in access to quality education, thereby promoting inclusivity and equity. The interactive nature of radio programs, incorporating discussions, interviews, and expert insights, further enriches the educational experience, fostering critical thinking and enhancing comprehension. In essence, radio emerges as a versatile and impactful instrument in advancing the educational landscape, addressing the needs of a diverse learner population.
Development is the process of moving the world or mobilizing communities as a whole to engage in the task of self-improvement with the available resources. In same vain, Education is necessary not only to help in improving all aspects of a person but also all aspects of a nation’[s development.
Following this, the Poly-Air Programme of ESBS/IMT Enugu, become a vital instrument to help the less privileged and those who are unable to go to regular tertiary Institutions, to improve on their knowledge acquisitions and general enlightenment.
Therefore, the purpose of this research is to find out the role the radio programme, ESBS/IMT Poly-Air has played in improving the educational system in Enugu State.
This work is divided into five chapters for a critical examination. The introduction gives an insight to the topic, the problems which is intended to discover, objections and importance of the research work.
Chapter two deals elaborately on journals, textbooks and other sources eg. Interviews that explains the literature source or materials consulted for the project.
Chapter three, explains the methods, sample and design use for the research and collection of data distributed, and analyzing it for results.
Chapter four is based on Analysis, presentation of data collected and also Testing of Hypothesis.
Recommendations and Summary of findings is on chapter five which is the last chapter.
Recommendations are made base on the findings of collected data: that , Poly-Air Programme should be improved for better education of the masses and also Government should increase the subventions given to the media (Radio) for effection dissemination of the programme.
Title Page
Approval Page
Dedication
Acknowledgement
Abstract
Table Of Content
Chapter One
1.0 Introduction
1.1 Background Of The Study
1.2 Research Problem
1.3 Objectives Of Study
1.4 Significance Of Study
1.5 Research Questions
1.6 Statement Of Hypothesis
1.7 Definition Of Terms
1.8 Assumptions
1.9 Scope And Limitation Of Study
Chapter Two
2.0 Review Pf Literature
2.1 Source Of Literature
2.2 The Review
2.3 Broadcasting In Nigeria
2.4 History Of Poly-Air Programe
2.5 Management Of Poly-Air Programe
2.6 Objectives Of Poly-Air Programe
Chapter Three
3.1 Research Methodology
3.2 Research Design
3.3 Research Sample
3.4 Data Collection
3.5 Data Analysis
3.6 Expected Result
Chapter Four
4.1 Data Presentation And Analysis
4.2 Testing Of Hypothesis
Chapter Five
5.1 Summary Of Findings
5.2 Recommendations
Bibliography
Questionnaire
1.1 BACHGROUND OF THE STUDY
Education is an important agent for development of an individual, community, the social and the nation a whole. According to behaviorist, the child is born without a :self”, he is voiced as a clean state on which the care givers write what they wish. Through education, individuals perceived and imbibe fundamental values and also develop new ones. Education also as part of socialization help to develop an individual, which in turn leads to the improvement of the society. Again, certain prescribed goals are realized in areas of economic growth, healthcare, political and social awareness, political stability, self reliance, national identity, cultural correlation amongst other things.
The need for all sundry to be enlightened and will educated cannot be over emphasized and this, brought about the Introduction of using the media to get people educated. The electronic media, which serves as a means include the radio, the television, films and cinemas but the radio has continued to wax stronger as a medium of the people. We regard it as a medium of the people. We regard it as a medium of the people because radio has become a common sight in both urban and rural communities. It appeals to both literate and illiterate audiences as its programmes can be broadcast in their local dialects. According to Ansah (1991: 34) agrees that “of all the mass media generally available to Nigerians, the radio is the most widespread and accessible in other words, it breaks the barriers of distance as its reach is widely and highly penetrating.
Again, because of this qualities, the radio medium is seen as the effection means to get all sundry educated. Therefore, the role of the radio in educating the masses are found in some of its educational programmes like ESBS/IMT Poly-Air Programme, Win a million, school debates and host of others Education therefore is not only the development of individuals mental powers, knowledge and ability but also the systematic training and instruction given out especially to the young ones in colleges and Institutions through the media. Again, the media serves the purpose of enlightening the public both formally and informally.
The introduction of ESBS/IMT Poly-Air, a radio programme could be linked with the introduction of educational broadcasting in Nigeria. It started with the commissioning of wired broadcasting services in Lagos, during the colonial administration. This services involves the system of using the radio stations to relay programmes to subscribers, using eables connected to load speakers installed in their homes. In the same vain, the media gets to the audience, relaying different programmes.
Further, Enugu being the regional capital of the former Eastern Nigeria, the heart-beat of Igbo-land and presently, a state capital which occupies a strategic position in the political and social organization of Nigeria requires its citizens to be well enlightened, self reliant, independent and academically stable. Based on this, the need to use the media as an agent or instrument of formal learning become necessary.
Over the years, a lot of researches had been carried out on the issue of ESBS Poly-Air programme in improving the educational standard in Enugu. Also to find out the relationship between the Poly-air programmes, the Institution offering it (IMT) and also the radio medium that airs it.
Today, it is well accepted that the radio medium educational programmes produces good effects on the audience in the areas of comprehension, speaking abilities, perception, retention capabilities. There are also some problems, for instance some lecturers do not go in line with the media style of presentation. Secondly, there is one side communication and there is no feedback from the audience. Again there may also be distractions at home and short of power supply from NEPA. Not withstanding these problems, ESBS/IMT Poly-air has its objectives as:
1. To help non-regular students and works improve their academic pursuit through radio medium.
2. Since the radio has the ability to permeable the interiors of the state, the ruralites also listens to the lecturers.
3. To contribute to the uplifting system of education in Enugu state by importing knowledge to all that are interested.
1.2 RESEARCH PROBLEM
The study among other things finds out the effectiveness of Poly-air programmes on the students. Also, it tries to find out if the timing of the programme is suitable for students and hold their interest.
The study also finds out the importance and the acceptability of the programme by the public and finally, if this radio programme is favouring education the masses as compared to the regular students programmes.
1.3 OBJECTIVES OF STUDY
The importance of education can never be over-emphasized. It is the taproot of civilization and rural development.
Development is achieved, when there is an appreciable level in basic human needs, including high literacy level.
Bearing all these in mind, the objective of the study includes:-
1. To find out if the public truly appreciate the radio programme on its efforts of educating the masses.
2. To create awareness on the needs for those that are not opportune to attend regular programme in tertiary Institution, to enroll in the programme.
3. To ascertain the extent to which the programme has improved human life especially amongst the youths in the areas of comprehension and speaking abilities, behaviour and character.
4. To encourage and boost the morale of the public about the programme.
1.4 SIGNIFICANCE OF STUDY
This study is guide necessary bearing in mind that the world is ever changing and developing. In western world, the use of computers to educate the population and give them wider knowledge of the world is very much accessible. This makes them to be scientifically, technologically, educationally and socially developed. Nigeria as we know, cannot be compared to the western world and this bring about the need for the public to be educated; those who were not opportuned, to enroll into various Institutions of learning, comes to Poly-Air programmes and benefit from its academic efforts.
It is imperative to assess and find out the role of Poly-Air programme in educating the masses and at the same time examines the problem encountered in pushing the programme forward.
Finally, the result of the study will help to find other ways of improving the programme and educating the masses.
1.5 RESEARCH QUESTIONS
1. Does the ESBS/IMT Poly-Air stimulates the interest of the public?
2. Does ESBS time this educational programmes to suit its masses of Enugu metropolis and environs?
3. Is there any appreciable level on the educational system of Enugu state since the introduction of the programme?
4. Does the programme help to develop individual’s intellect on the perception of issue and events in the society.
1.6 STATEMENT OF HYPOTHESIS
HI: Radio educational programmes are more effection in
educating the populace, than academic activities in
schools.
Ho: Radio educational programme are not effective in
educating the populace.
H2 Poly-Air programmes are well packaged to enhanced
comprehension of the audience.
Ho: Poly-Air programmes are not well packed to enhance
comprehension of the audience.
H3 The timing of Poly-Air programme on the radio is suitable
to the students
Ho: The timing of Poly-Air programme on the radio is not
suitable to the students
H4: ESBS/IMT Poly-Air Programme helps to improve the
educational system in Enugu state.
Ho: ESBS/IMT Poly-Air Programme does not help to improve
the educational system in Enugu state.
1.7 DEFINITION OS TERMS
The conceptual and operational definition of terms in the study.
1. ESBS/IMT Poly-Air Programme:
Conceptual Definition: programmes that imparts
knowledge on the people through the radio medium.
Operational Definition: Polytechnic on air through Enugu
state broadcasting service, which helps non-regular
students and workers to be educated.
2. EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM:
Conceptual Definition: Standardized systematic training
and Instructions, usually intellectual and moral training.
3. OPERATIONAL Definition: Ordered set of ideas and effort that are made to impart knowledge through the academic and non-academic process, usually to develop characters and mental powers.
4. ENUGU STATE:
Conceptual Definition: organized political community with
its apparatus of government, such a community forming
part of the Federal Republic.
Operational Definition: The regional capital of the former Eastern Nigeria and currently Enugu state capital
1.8 ASSUMPTIONS
In carrying out the study, the following assumptions were made..
i. That people who composed the sample instead to the radio,
ii. That ESBS/IMT Poly-Air Programmes was effecting in improving educational system for both old and young, rich and poor in the state.
iii. Previous study has been carried out on this topic, thus some research works were gathered.
1.9 SCOPE AND LIMITATION OF STUDY
This study is an assessment of how ESBS/IMT, Poly-Air Programme has helped or is helping in the improvement of educational system in Enugu state.
The study was constrained by time; few research materials and limited number of Poly-Air students that will be sampled.
Another limitation is based on finance in covering or conducting opinion poll from different part of the state. Notwithstanding the mentioned problems, it is expected that the results obtained will be valid and add to the existing body of knowledge in the areas of attitudinal and behavioural change towards the educational programme.
Role Of Radio In Improving The Educational System:
Radio has played a significant role in improving the educational system in many parts of the world. While it may not be as prominent as other educational technologies like the internet, television, or traditional classroom settings, radio has unique characteristics and advantages that make it a valuable tool for enhancing education. Here are some ways in which radio has contributed to improving the educational system:
- Accessibility: Radio is a widely accessible medium, especially in areas with limited infrastructure and resources. It can reach remote and underserved communities where access to traditional educational resources is limited. This makes it an effective tool for providing education to marginalized populations.
- Cost-Effective: Radio broadcasting is relatively cost-effective compared to setting up and maintaining physical schools or distributing textbooks. This affordability makes it a viable option for governments and organizations with limited budgets.
- Mass Outreach: Radio has the ability to reach a large and diverse audience simultaneously. Educational programs broadcasted on radio can be accessed by people of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of education, making it a versatile tool for both formal and informal learning.
- Flexible Learning: Radio allows learners to access educational content at their own convenience. Unlike traditional classrooms, students can tune in to radio broadcasts at any time, making it suitable for self-paced learning, distance education, and lifelong learning.
- Interactive Programs: Many educational radio programs incorporate interactive elements such as quizzes, call-in sessions, and live discussions. This engagement encourages active participation and can enhance the learning experience.
- Cultural Relevance: Radio programs can be tailored to address the specific educational needs and cultural context of a region. This ensures that the content is relevant and relatable to the target audience, increasing its effectiveness.
- Language Preservation: In regions with multiple languages and dialects, radio can help preserve and promote indigenous languages by broadcasting educational content in these languages. This not only supports education but also cultural identity.
- Teacher Training: Radio can be used to provide ongoing professional development and training for teachers, especially in remote areas where access to training institutions is limited. Teacher training programs can be broadcasted to improve instructional quality.
- Emergency Education: During emergencies, such as natural disasters or pandemics, when traditional schools are disrupted, radio can serve as a vital tool for continuing education. Emergency broadcasts can provide critical information and maintain educational continuity.
- Supplemental Learning: Radio can complement traditional classroom instruction by offering supplementary educational content. It can reinforce what students learn in school and provide additional resources for deeper understanding.
- Health Education: Beyond academic subjects, radio can also be used to disseminate important health information, including topics such as hygiene, disease prevention, and family planning, contributing to a more informed and healthier population.
- Parental Involvement: Radio can involve parents and caregivers in the educational process. Parenting tips, guidance on supporting children’s education, and information about school activities can be broadcasted to encourage parental engagement.
In summary, radio has proven to be a valuable tool for improving the educational system by increasing accessibility, reducing costs, reaching diverse audiences, and providing flexible and culturally relevant learning opportunities. When integrated effectively into educational strategies, radio can help bridge educational gaps and empower individuals and communities through knowledge and information.