TEACHERS NEED AND RETENTION IN PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN ODO OTIN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF OSUN STATE.
Abstract
ABSTRACT
This study investigated teachers’ needs and the factors influencing retention in public secondary schools in Odo-Otin Local Government Area of Osun State. The research examined welfare conditions, motivation, workload, professional development, and school environment as determinants of teacher retention. A descriptive survey design was employed, and data were collected from 120 teachers across six public secondary schools using a structured questionnaire. The study found that inadequate welfare, irregular promotion, limited training opportunities, poor school facilities, and heavy workload significantly contributed to teachers’ intention to leave. Recommendations include improved welfare packages, regular training, better infrastructure, and supportive administrative practices. The study provides practical insights for policymakers seeking to improve teacher stability and instructional quality.
Full-Text Access Notice
In accordance with the NERD Policy on promoting peer-reviewed publication, public access to the full text of a project, thesis or dissertation is restricted for three years, allowing the author and supervisors sufficient time to pursue peer-reviewed publication.
During this period, researchers with legitimate academic or research purposes may request authorisation directly from the author to enable NERD to release the indexed full texts of the work using the form below.