IMPACT OF CONTINUOUS ASSESSMENT ON PRIMARY EDUCATION STUDENTS’ ATTITUDE TOWARDS LEARNING IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN ANAMBRA STATE
<doi>10.24250/jpe/2/2024/ICU/</doi>
Keywords:
assessment, impact, continuous assessment, primary education, attitude, learningAbstract
This study investigated the influence of continuous
assessment (CA) on primary education students' attitudes
towards learning in tertiary institutions in Anambra state. The
study assessed various factors such as CA practices, resource
availability, and student-lecturer ratios. The study employed a
descriptive research design. A questionnaire with 40 items,
validated by experts, was used. Distribution of the questionnaire
was facilitated through virtual platforms namely Google online
survey system, shared across WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook
groups, and other social media channels. A total of 63 correctly
filled questionnaires were received, extracted from the Google
platform, and transferred to Microsoft Excel for coding.
Subsequently, the coded variables and data were analyzed using
SPSS software, employing mean and standard deviation
calculations. Findings reveal that CA positively impacts
students' attitudes by providing regular feedback, promoting
self-awareness, and reducing test anxiety. However, challenges
such as resource scarcity, time constraints, and high studentlecturer
ratios hinder effective CA implementation. The study
emphasizes the importance of collaborative efforts from
educational stakeholders to address these challenges and
enhance the positive impact of CA on student learning
experiences. Further research is recommended to explore
additional factors influencing students' attitudes towards
learning in tertiary institutions.
