Rima International Journal of Education (RIJE)

ISSN: 2756 – 6749(print); 3141-2033(online)

Rima International Journal of Education (RIJE)

Evaluating Feedback, Resources, and Course Delivery in Postgraduate Programs: Perspectives of Lecturers and Students at Faculty of Education and Extension Services, Usmanu Dan Fodiyo University Sokoto

Abubakar, Jamila Nasarawa

Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education, Sokoto State University, Sokoto State, Nigeria. Email: jamila.nasarawa@ssu.edu.ng

Abstract

This study evaluates the feedback, resources, and course delivery in postgraduate programs at the Faculty of Education and Extension Services (FEES), Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUS), from the perspectives of both lecturers and students. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 332 postgraduate students and 60 lecturers through questionnaires, interviews, and focus group discussions. The study addresses six key objectives: assessing the quality of supervision, examining the availability and adequacy of resources, exploring the nature of course delivery, and evaluating the relevance of academic content to students’ learning experiences. Results indicate that while the quality of supervision is generally satisfactory, with supervisors providing constructive feedback and support, challenges such as limited access to funding, inadequate teaching materials, and insufficient technological infrastructure hinder the effectiveness of postgraduate programs. Course delivery methods, particularly online and hybrid formats, face significant obstacles, including poor internet connectivity and a lack of interaction between students and instructors. Despite these challenges, the academic content of postgraduate courses is deemed relevant and beneficial for professional development. The study concludes by recommending targeted interventions to improve resource availability, enhance course delivery methods, and strengthen supervisory support. These findings have important implications for policymakers, university administrators, and educators seeking to elevate the quality of postgraduate education in Nigeria.

Keywords

Course delivery, Feedback, Resources, Postgraduate programme, Students

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