Nigeria |
Average abilities have increased but students find it hard to stay on task. |
More children have personal computers at home unlike 20 years ago thus taking advantage of new technological development. |
Teaching the kids is more fun and pleasant… Sometimes you get taught by them… |
Motivation to learn is declining. |
More intelligent children are showing up in school… They however find it difficult to settle down and do some work. |
Teachers are not motivating students to work. |
Lack of discipline at home is affecting student performance in class. |
More knowledgeable children due to exposure to internet, cable TV, etc. |
… Kids are brighter; they pick up new information faster unlike 20 years ago. |
Kids want to be told what to do without making any effort on their own. |
Fewer learning disabled or special needs kids in classroom. |
Reading and writing skills has improved. |
Children are now been exposed to more practical work thanks to school curriculum improvements. |
Kids are more inquisitive. |
Government needs to improve educational infrastructure. |
…more street smart |