Project Abstract

Examination malpractice is a pervasive issue that has significant effects on the educational system in Nigeria. This research explores the various ways in which examination malpractices impact the educational sector in the country. The study examines the prevalence of exam malpractice among students at different levels of education, including primary, secondary, and tertiary institutions. The research investigates the root causes of examination malpractices in Nigeria, highlighting factors such as societal pressure, lack of adequate preparation, and the influence of technology. It also considers the role of teachers, parents, and the government in perpetuating or combating exam malpractice. The study delves into the consequences of examination malpractices on the quality of education, integrity of academic qualifications, and overall credibility of the educational system in Nigeria. Furthermore, the research analyzes the ethical implications of exam malpractice, emphasizing the erosion of moral values and academic standards in the society. It explores the psychological effects on students who engage in malpractices, including feelings of guilt, anxiety, and diminished self-esteem. The study also examines the impact of exam malpractice on the reputation of educational institutions and the country's global competitiveness. Moreover, the research assesses the measures implemented by the government and educational authorities to curb examination malpractices, such as the use of technology for secure exam administration, stricter penalties for offenders, and public awareness campaigns. The study evaluates the effectiveness of these interventions and identifies potential gaps in the current strategies to combat exam malpractice in Nigeria. In conclusion, this research provides a comprehensive analysis of the effects of examination malpractices on the educational system in Nigeria. It underscores the urgent need for a holistic approach involving all stakeholders to address the root causes, consequences, and ethical considerations associated with exam malpractice. By understanding the multifaceted impact of exam malpractice, policymakers, educators, and the society at large can work together to uphold academic integrity, promote ethical conduct, and safeguard the credibility of the educational system in Nigeria.

Project Overview

The educational system has for long had serious hit from examination malpractice and this has brought into focus the need to tackle this issues in order of finding ways to eradicate such problems. In the light of the above the study looked at examination malpractices in Apa local government area with the view to achieve the following objectives.

1. To find out the causes of examination malpractice in the local government area.

2. To find out the various means by which students use to cheat during examination

3.To investigate the effect of examination malpractice to both the students and educational system in general

4. To profound possible solutions, which could be use to eradicate the problem of examination malpractice.

To achieve these objectives the problem of examination malpractice. To achieve these objectives the survey method was used for data collection, we used questionnaire to elicit information from chose school students, the result of the data analysis showed that the main causes of examination malpractice is the strong desire to acquire a certificate well labeled and most parents encourage them on it and the method commonly used is spying and copying of answers to examination questions from fellow students and examination malpractices has brought disastrous effect on students and the educational system in Nigeria and finally, some measures to adopt in eradicating this problems is:

1. Punishing students or whoever is involved in the act.

2. Spacing of students in the hall

3. Higher payment and regular payment of salaries to supervisors and lecturers