ARE STUDENTS PREPARED FOR LEARNING IN UNIVERSITIES IN NIGERIA?: What a Study Reveal

This Policy Brief draws from a NISER Study on Enhancing Learning Preparedness through Effective Orientation Programmes in Nigerian Universities.

A practical challenge facing universities is addressing the level of preparedness of students entering the university environment and participating in active and successful learning. For example, a major aim of orientation programmes organised by universities is to help incoming students become familiar with the learning environment and have the right academic expectations. This is in line with the assertion of Pearson (2009) that many tertiary institutions face challenges with regard to students not being adequately prepared for learning. The consequences are diverse but include difficulties in students’ progression to the next level (Cengage, 2020).

This policy focuses on students’ participation in orientation programmes and the impact on learning preparedness.