Browsing by Author "Aliyu, Y."

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    Enhancing Professionalism in Teaching Islamic Studies through Employment of Adequate Instructional Resources. In Supporting Modern Teaching in Islamic Schools Pedagogical Best Practice for Teachers.
    (Routledge, 2022) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; UA Ajidagba; Aliyu, Y.
    Instructional resources (IR) constitute an integral aspect of instructional delivery. Teaching without the employ of relevant instructional media is not likely to lead to the realisation of the instructional objectives. Thus, in teaching any given subject, a prospective teacher would require some aids that would be employed to facilitate his or her teaching. Therefore, this study was carried out to expound on the importance of IR in the teaching and learning of Islamic studies. Specifically, the study focusses on the presentation of the definitions of the themes, elucidation of concepts and analysis of the principles guiding the selection and utilisation of IR in teaching Islamic studies. An analytical method was employed. Information was sourced from textbooks, empirical studies and electronic sources. It was revealed in the study that no branch of Islamic studies does not require the application of instructional media during the teaching-learning process. IR ranging from audio, visuals, audio-visuals, print, projected, non-projected media, community resources and human resources are all resources that could be applied in teaching all aspects of Islamic studies. It is, therefore, reiterated that Islamic studies teachers need to be conversant with the knowledge and principles guiding the selection and application of instructional media so as to enhance professionalism in their teaching activities.
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    Enhancing the Productivity of Almajiri Education in Northern Nigeria through Integration of Edupreneurship Curriculum
    (Faculty of Education, University of Ilorin, Ilorin, Nigeria, 2025) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Zakari, G.,; Aliyu, Y.
    This study evaluated the incorporation of entrepreneurial elements into the Tsangaya Almajiri education system in Northern Nigeria. Employing a descriptive survey design, the research focused on teachers and students from Tsangaya Almajiri schools within three geopolitical zones: North Central, North West, and North East. A multi-stage sampling procedure was adopted to select 563 teachers and 600 students from Kaduna, Bauchi, and Niger states. Data was gathered using questionnaires and analysed through percentage and t-test statistics. The results showed that teachers generally supported the curriculum’s objectives, which align with the educational roles of promoting peace, security, and cultural harmony. While the curriculum content was considered sufficient, teaching methods primarily relied on traditional approaches with limited interactive strategies. There was a significant lack of advanced resources, such as projectors and computers. Both teachers and students viewed the inclusion of entrepreneurial education as beneficial, equipping graduates with skills for self-employment and employment, fostering self-reliance. However, notable differences were observed between teacher and student perceptions of the curriculum’s effectiveness, with students expressing greater confidence in its ability to promote self-employment. The study concluded that this holistic approach could prepare individuals for academic and professional success, contributing to the development of Northern Nigeria. Recommendations included addressing resource gaps, improving teaching methods, and aligning curriculum goals with practical outcomes to maximize its impact
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    https://uqu.edu.sa/en/jep/143424
    (2024) Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Aliyu, Y.; Yusuf, W. I.
    This study examined the teachers’ variables as predictors of junior secondary school students’ academic performance in Osun West Senatorial District, Nigeria. The target population comprised Islamic Studies teachers and students in junior secondary schools across the ten (10) local government areas in Osun West Senatorial District. Purposive sampling was adopted in selecting 125 Islamic Studies teachers in all the 132 public junior schools in the district and a simple random sampling technique was adopted in selecting 20 Islamic Studies students from each of the 10 Local Government Areas, therefore, 325 respondents were engaged in the study. The questionnaire was employed to collect relevant information from the respondents. Data were analyzed using Percentage, Mean Range, Standard Deviation, and Regression analysis. The study found that factors like teacher confidence, interest in the subject, qualifications, and experience all significantly predicted student performance. It was concluded from the findings of the study that teachers’ variables positively improved students’ understanding of Islamic Studies and predicted their performance. In line with the findings of the study, it was recommended that teachers should be supported through incentives and professional development. The teachers should have a change of attitude towards the teaching of Islamic Studies so that the achievement of universal basic education will not be hindered, those without required teaching qualifications or non-professionals among the Islamic Studies teachers should strive to pursue professional qualifications. Teachers of the subject should improve their pedagogical skills through seminars, Post Graduate Diploma Courses in Education, and workshops.
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    Islamic Scholars’ Perception of Covid-19 and Attitudes Towards its Vaccination in Nigeria
    (Suleyman Damirel University, Isparta, Turkey, 2021) Aliyu, Y.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    Covid-19 pandemic in Nigeria and other parts of the world constitutes a serious health challenge hampering development of almost all spheres of lives. To rescue the situation, many steps have been taken globally and communally to contain the pandemic. A significant aspect of the steps towards containing the pandemic is the introduction of vaccines against the deadly disease. However, the issue of vaccination against the pandemic has generated series of mixed reactions and attitudes. This study was however carried out to investigate Islamic scholars’ perception and attitudes towards Covid-19 and its vaccination in Nigeria. The study was a descriptive one. The stratified random sampling technique was employed to select the participants based on creedal affiliations across the six geo-political zones in Nigeria. A researchers’ designed questionnaire was employed. T-test and ANOVA statistical tools were used to analyse the data collected at alpha level of 0.05 level of significant. The findings showed that most of the respondents agreed that Covid-19 is Islamically categorised under Rijz, Ta'un, and Waba’. The restriction of movement, hand washing, using of nose/face mask, social distancing etc. and other measures to curtain the spread of COVID-19 are in tandem with the teachings of Islam. In addition, most Islamic scholars disposed negatively to the vaccination against COVID-19 due to ambiguity surrounding the vaccine. It was recommended that government needs to constitute health professionals to carry out more researches on the content and safety of the vaccines, publish the outcomes and sensitise masses on the need to get vaccinated. Islamic scholars should organise workshops and revisit the issue of permissibility of Covid-19 vaccines form the point of Islam. Government should provide convincing clues about vaccination. If found safe and halal, Islamic scholars should change their mind set and attitudes towards vaccination and endeavor to encourage their subjects.
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    Role-Play and Demonstration Method of Teaching “Salah” in Senior Secondary School in Ilorin Metropolis, Kwara State, Nigeria.
    (Ahmadu Bello University Press Limited. Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria., 2022-07-12) Aliyu, Y.
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    Teachers’ Evaluation of Upper Basic Schools Islamic Studies Curriculum in Osun West Senatorial District, Nigeria.
    (Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 2023) Aliyu, Y.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.; Adeyemi, N,
    This study was geared towards evaluating the Upper Basic Schools (UBS) Islamic Studies Curriculum in Osun West Senatorial District, Nigeria. Purposive sampling was adopted in selecting 234 Islamic studies teachers in all the 319 public and private upper basic schools in the district. The questionnaire was employed for the purpose of collecting relevant information from the respondents. The data collected were analysed using descriptive and Inferential statistics, and one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The findings of the study showed that the objectives of the Upper Basic Schools Islamic Studies curriculum are clearly stated; the resources for implementing the Upper Basic Schools Islamic Studies curriculum are not adequate; the delivery adopted by the Upper Basic Schools Islamic Studies teachers are not suitable; there is significant difference in the views of male and female teachers on the suitability of the UBS Islamic Studies curriculum; and there is significant difference in the views of the qualified and unqualified teachers on the suitability of the curriculum. The study recommended among others that the government should regularly review the upper basic school curriculum to effectively cater for the weaknesses in the curriculum; the government should ensure that instructional resources for teaching Islamic Studies in schools are provided in upper basic schools and monitoring team should be constituted to ensure effective use of the resources by the teachers while teaching the subject, and the teaching method adopted by Islamic Studies teachers should be reviewed and improved upon so that effective teaching and learning can take place.
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    TV Programmes vis-à-vis Dressing Pattern of Muslim Students in Ilorin West Local Government, Kwara State
    (Department of Religious and Cultural Studies, Akwa Ibom State University, Obio-Akpa, Nigeria, 2019) Aliyu, Y.; Abdur-Rafiu, J.
    Islam is a religion that preaches morality and discourages immorality among its adherents . This morality can be in relation to the dressing pattern of people in any given society. As a result, this can study deemed it fit to investigate the influence of television programmes on the dressing patterns of Muslim students in Ilorin West Local Government of Kwara State.