This research study the effects of nutrition on students’ academic performance in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The study was delimited to all secondary schools students in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State which 120 respondents were randomly selected as sample.
The nutritional effects were reviewed. Self-constructed questionnaire validated and considered appropriate by the researcher’s supervisor was used for data collection with the help of train research assistance, the researcher went ahead the schools to administer the instrument and collected them back. The retrieved questionnaire forms were screened.
The data collected was analysed by frequency counts and simple percentage for bio-data and chi-square analysis were used for the variables (research question under the study). The study reveals that Students who have access to require balance diet perform better than those who did not have, Nourished students perform better than mal-nourished students, Socio economic status has significant influence on nutritional intake, Students who free from nutritional disorder perform better than students with nutritional disorder and Food availability has significant influence on academic performance.
Table of Contents
- Dedication
- Acknowledgement
- Abstract
Objectives and Key Themes
The objective of this research is to investigate the effects of nutrition on the academic performance of secondary school students in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. The study aims to determine the relationship between nutritional intake and academic achievement.
- The impact of balanced nutrition on academic performance.
- The relationship between nutritional status (nourished vs. malnourished) and academic achievement.
- The influence of socioeconomic status on nutritional intake and academic performance.
- The effect of nutritional disorders on academic performance.
- The correlation between food availability and academic performance.
Chapter Summaries
Acknowledgement: This chapter expresses gratitude to various individuals and entities for their contributions to the research, including the researcher's supervisor, lecturers, family members, and friends. It highlights the significant support received throughout the research process.
Abstract: This section provides a concise overview of the research study, outlining its objectives, methodology, and key findings. It summarizes the investigation into the effects of nutrition on the academic performance of secondary school students in Owo Local Government Area. The study utilized a self-constructed questionnaire administered to a sample of 120 students. Data analysis involved frequency counts, simple percentages, and chi-square analysis to examine the relationship between nutritional factors and academic achievement. The findings suggest a positive correlation between access to balanced diets, nutritional status, and academic success, while also highlighting the influence of socioeconomic factors and nutritional disorders.
Keywords
Nutrition, academic performance, secondary school students, Ondo State, Nigeria, balanced diet, malnutrition, socioeconomic status, nutritional disorders, food availability.
Frequently Asked Questions: A Comprehensive Language Preview
What is the main topic of this research?
The research investigates the effects of nutrition on the academic performance of secondary school students in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Nigeria. It aims to determine the relationship between nutritional intake and academic achievement.
What are the key themes explored in this research?
Key themes include the impact of balanced nutrition on academic performance, the relationship between nutritional status and academic achievement, the influence of socioeconomic status on both nutrition and academic performance, the effect of nutritional disorders on academic performance, and the correlation between food availability and academic performance.
What is the research methodology?
The study utilized a self-constructed questionnaire administered to a sample of 120 students. Data analysis involved frequency counts, simple percentages, and chi-square analysis to examine the relationship between nutritional factors and academic achievement.
What are the key findings (as summarized in the abstract)?
The findings suggest a positive correlation between access to balanced diets, nutritional status, and academic success. The research also highlights the influence of socioeconomic factors and nutritional disorders on academic performance.
What are the objectives of this research?
The main objective is to investigate the effects of nutrition on the academic performance of secondary school students. Specifically, it aims to determine the relationship between nutritional intake and academic achievement.
What is included in the Table of Contents?
The table of contents includes a dedication, acknowledgement, and abstract.
What is covered in the Acknowledgement chapter?
The acknowledgement chapter expresses gratitude to individuals and entities who contributed to the research, including the supervisor, lecturers, family, and friends.
What does the Abstract section cover?
The abstract provides a concise overview of the research, outlining its objectives, methodology, and key findings. It summarizes the investigation into the effects of nutrition on the academic performance of secondary school students in Owo Local Government Area, highlighting the methodology (questionnaire administered to 120 students) and the use of data analysis techniques such as frequency counts, simple percentages, and chi-square analysis.
What are the keywords associated with this research?
Keywords include: Nutrition, academic performance, secondary school students, Ondo State, Nigeria, balanced diet, malnutrition, socioeconomic status, nutritional disorders, food availability.
- Quote paper
- Ojo Rotimi (Author), 2012, The Effects of Nutrition on Student’s Academic Performance among Secondary Schools Student's in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/493702
