Thesis Abstract

Abstract
This research project focuses on conducting a statistical survey on the sight level of students at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin. The aim of the study is to assess the visual health status of students and to identify any potential issues that may affect their academic performance. The study will utilize a sample of students from different departments within the institution to gather data on their visual acuity, prevalence of eye conditions, and utilization of eye care services. The research will employ a combination of quantitative methods, including visual acuity tests, questionnaire surveys, and data analysis to achieve its objectives. The data collected will be analyzed using statistical tools such as descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis to draw meaningful conclusions. The findings of the study will provide valuable insights into the overall sight level of students at Kwara State Polytechnic and help in understanding the factors influencing their visual health. Through this research project, it is expected that the prevalence of visual impairments among students will be determined, and recommendations for improving eye care services within the institution will be proposed. The study will contribute to the existing body of knowledge on student visual health and serve as a basis for future research in this area. It is anticipated that the results of this research will be beneficial to both the academic community and healthcare professionals working with students. In conclusion, this statistical survey on student sight level at Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, is essential for enhancing the overall well-being and academic performance of students. By identifying potential visual health issues and recommending appropriate interventions, this study aims to contribute to the promotion of a healthy learning environment within the institution. The findings of this research will be disseminated through academic publications and presentations to ensure that the insights gained are shared with relevant stakeholders for the benefit of the student population.

Thesis Overview

1.0           INTRODUCTION

Effective communication in the classroom is essential to the success of both the student and the teacher. The kind of communication as well as the amount of communication that occurs in the classroom has long been thought to be partially a function of the seating arrangement of students. Where there probably is an infinite number of ways of arranging a classroom, three are most common; traditional, horseshoe and modular.

The traditional arrangement for classroom typically consists of about five or six perfectly straight rows, each containing five to seven chairs equidistant from each other or as Rosenfield and Civikly say, “something like tombstones in a military cemetery”. Historically, Sommer explains the straight-row arrangement evolved to make the best use of the only adequate lighting then available-natural light from side windows. In spite of development in lighting which make the straight-row arrangement unnecessary, this traditional arrangement persists, in fact dominates. A recent survey of classrooms on a University Campus found over 90 percent of the classrooms to have this arrangement.