Authors : Jimoh Asekarumeh; Iserhienrhien Martins .O.; Osondu Chiamaka .B.; Efeobhokhan Ezekiel Osahon

Volume/Issue : Volume 9 - 2024, Issue 6 - June

Google Scholar : https://tinyurl.com/yc6nsjvj

Scribd : https://tinyurl.com/5p4fejky

DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24JUN304

Abstract : Nurses require a good understanding of chemistry as a result of the interrelationship of many chemistry concepts with nursing both in the classroom and in applications hence, the indispensable nature of chemistry to nursing. However, most nursing students have consistently found chemistry as one of their major nightmares in the course of their studies. This is evident in their performances and interest. This paper aims to critically examine the causes of the increasing decline in nursing students’ interest in chemistry in Nigerian nursing colleges in relation to how they are negatively impacting in their chemistry performances. The paper relied on both primary and secondary sources and on careful analysis found out the major challenging issues as: foundational problems, unqualified candidates/ examination malpractice, faulty/fraudulent admission procedures, lack of laboratories/learning materials and the ease of cross border migration. While the problems obviously maybe more than as elucidated, in chatting a way forward, some strategies suggested as recommendations include proper result verification process, guiding the students through the use of problem-solving skills, the provision of well-equipped laboratories and the adoption and the implementation of digital mode of teaching and learning. Even though they may not be exhaustive, but they have been carefully chosen as highlighted and would go a long way to help if fully implemented.

Keywords : Examining, Nursing Students, Interest, Performance, Chemistry.

References :

1. Oloruntegbe, K., & Oduntuyi, M. (2008). An innovative information and communication technology (ICT) based approach to the teaching and learning of chemistry. Pakinstian journal of social sciences, 54(1), 317
2. Scalise, K., Claesgens, J., Wilson, M., Stacy, A. (2006). Contrasting the expectations for student understanding of chemistry with levels achieved: a brief case-study of student nurses. Chemistry education research and practice, 7(3), 170-184.
3. Brown S.J., and Naiker M., (2019). Attitude to the subject of chemistry in nursing and health science undergraduate students. International journal of innovation and research in educational sciences; vol. 5, issue 2.
4. Leathard, H.L. (2001) Understanding medicines: extending pharmacology (part 2). Nurse education today, 21, 272-277
5. Davies, S., Murphy, E., Jordan, S. (2000) Bioscience in the pre-registration nursing curriculum: finding the right teaching strategy. Nurse education today, 20, 123-135
6. Jordan, S. (1994) Should nurses be studying biosciences? A discussion paper. Nurses’ education today, 14(6), 417-426
7. Chen, C. S. H., (2013). Assessment of Chemistry Anxiety among College Students. In M. H. Chiu, H.-L. Tuan, H.-K. Wu, J.-W. Lin & C.-C. Chou (Eds.), Chemistry Education and Sustainability in the Global Age (pp. 27−34). Springer Science. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-007-4860-6_3
8. Osborne, J., Simon, S., & Collins, S. (2003). Attitudes towards science: A review of the literature and its implications. International Journal of Science Education, 25(9), 1049-1079. http://doi.org/10.1080/0950069032000032199
9. Adesoji, F.A & Olarunbosun, M.S (2008). Students, Teacher and School Environment Factors as Determinants of An Achievement In Secondary School Chemistry In Oyo State, Nigeria. The Journal of International Social Research 1(2)
10. Okoye, C.M. Okongwu, C.J & Nweke, S.O. (2015). Students interest as a correlate of achievement in chemistry. STAN Proceedings, 222-227.
11. Angyaye, C (2007). Information and communication technology. A paper presented at the conference on examination security in Nigeria, Abuja.
12. Mojisola O.N., (2021). Interrogating the teaching of chemistry in Nigerian private universities: matters arising. Journal of education and learning; vol. 10, No. 3; (pp 133-136)
13. Lizzio, A., Wilson, K. & Simons, R. (2002): University Students’ Perceptions of the Learning Environment and Academic outcomes: implications for theory and practice: Carfax publishing-Taylor & Francis Group: Studies in higher education vol 27, No. 1, 2002
14. Nja C.O., and Obi J.J. (2019). Classroom environment and academic performance of chemistry study in calabar municipality cross river state Nigeria. International journal in management and social science. Vol. 07, issue 05, (pp 86-87)
15. www.medicalworldnigeria.com,2014
16. Sahara reporters (2022). Retrieved from https://saharareporters.com/022/01/10/
17. Premium times (2023). Retrieved from www.premiumtimesng.comjuly11,2023
18. Yuriev, E. Basal,S.& Vo,K. (2019). Developing problem solving skills in physical chemistry. In M.K. Seery & C.M.C Donnel (Eds). Teaching chemistry in higher education. A festschrift in honour of Professor Tina Overton. Creathach Press, 55- 76.
19. Gabel, D. (2018). Problem solving in chemistry: Research Matters. India: Bloomington
20. Njoku Z.C. (2011). Engendering learning equity in science and technology classrooms for sustainable development. 54^th Annual conference of STAN, 52, 372-401. HEBN Plc
21. Ibe F.N., Obikezie M.C., and Chikendu R.E., (2021) Effect of improvised instructional materials on chemistry students’ academic retention in secondary school. International journal of research in education and sustainable development. Vol. 1, issue 5, (pp 20)