Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The performance of students in educational settings is influenced by a myriad of factors, including socio-economic and political variables. This research project aims to investigate the impact of these factors on students' academic achievements. Socio-economic factors such as family income, parental education level, and access to resources have been found to significantly affect students' performance in school. Students from disadvantaged backgrounds may face challenges such as limited access to educational materials, inadequate nutrition, and unstable living conditions, which can impede their academic success. Furthermore, political factors play a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape and subsequently impacting student performance. Government policies related to education funding, curriculum development, and teacher training can have a direct influence on the quality of education that students receive. Additionally, political stability and the overall governance of a country can create an environment that either supports or hinders educational opportunities for students. This research project will employ a mixed-methods approach to explore the complex interactions between socio-economic and political factors and students' academic performance. Quantitative data will be collected through surveys and standardized test scores to analyze the correlation between socio-economic indicators, political variables, and academic outcomes. Qualitative methods such as interviews and focus group discussions will provide deeper insights into the lived experiences of students and the ways in which socio-economic and political factors impact their educational journey. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to the existing body of research on educational inequalities and provide valuable insights for policymakers, educators, and stakeholders in the field of education. By understanding the specific socio-economic and political factors that influence students' performance, targeted interventions can be developed to support disadvantaged students and create a more equitable educational system. Overall, this research project aims to shed light on the complex interplay of socio-economic and political factors in shaping students' academic experiences and outcomes. By addressing these underlying factors, educators and policymakers can work towards creating a more inclusive and supportive educational environment for all students, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Thesis Overview

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background of the Study

Education provides children with the knowledge andskills necessary to advance themselves and their nation economically. To this effect, there are some socio-economic factors and political factors that often affect the level of performance of children who undergo the educational system more especially in Nigeria setting.

However, social is a concept that relate to human society and its mode of organization or rank and status in society, or interacting with other people and living communities. In other words, social is the culture of any given society in which they belong. Moreover, socio-economic factors such as family income level, parents’ level of education, all influence the equality and availability of education as well as the ability of education to improve children life. In connection to aforementioned facts, it is observed that at the family level, a parent send their children to school according to their level of influence or property. Hence, in Nigeria, wealthy parents send their children to private schools while poor parents send their children to schools while poor parents send their children to schools which may provide less effective learning facilities. Similarly, a clear illustration of Reni’s fact can be seen from the fact that in most Nigerian societies, especially in the metropolis, there are some primary and secondary schools that are meant for only children of a particular class. In other words, there are schools that can only be afforded by the children of the rich and there are schools children of the poor cannot afford. It is ascertained that the cultural background of the family is determined to a large extent by its socio-economic background, as the child grows up, moves out to the interest of wider society, his interaction with it and perception of it are largely determined from his/her earlier experiences at home. The setting and socializing influence moulds the personality of the child.