The Development of Reading and Numeracy Activity at Primary School Level: A Case Study of RANA Program in Katsina State
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Development, Katsina State, Primary School, Reading Numeracy ActivityAbstract
This study investigates the effectiveness of the Reading and Numeracy Activity (RANA) programme in enhancing early-grade literacy and numeracy skills among primary school pupils in Katsina State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was employed, involving teachers, pupils, programme administrators, and School Based Management Committee (SBMC) members. Data were collected through questionnaires, with 170 valid responses analyzed using descriptive statistics. The research Findings indicate that the RANA programme has significantly improved pupils’ learning outcomes, increased interest in reading and numeracy. Also, the study identified some challenges, such as inadequate materials supports, large class sizes, irregular pupil attendance, insufficient funding, and logistics. The study concludes that the RANA programme remains an effective intervention towards improving foundational education. Thus, the study recommends sustained teacher training, improved resource provision, strengthened funding and community support.
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