Problems of Implementing Continuous Assessment in Primary Schools in Nigeria

Abstract

Although there have been a general outcry about the various problems hindering the implementation of continuous assessment in schools, nobody seems to have come out objectively to identify these problems. Therefore this study was design to identify these problems and proffer solutions. Five research questions and one hypothesis were stated. Primary school Teachers and their Headmasters from Niger and Kogi States constituted the subjects. A 26 – items questionnaire organized into 5 categories was used. The data was analyzed using chi-square (x2). Findings showed that Teachers deliberately set simple C.A. test, some are overloaded with as much as twelve subjects, children cheat to pass C.A. test, no financial or material stationeries support from the Government and lack of uniformity of standards in different schools. Recommendations include adequate financial and material support, training for Teachers in special subject areas, constant workshop or seminars for Teachers. The need for inspectors to go round and ensure that standards are maintained and the need for Teachers to be properly remunerated were also mentioned.