Nfluence of Individual Differences on Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students in English Language in Edo State

Student: Mary Omoyemen Abumere (Project, 2025)
Department of Curriculum and Instruction
Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State

Abstract

The findings of this study have definite implications first for the students who are the ones directly involved, then for parents who are their custodians; and then to teachers and guidance counsellors who are finally for the government who are the policy makers. Conscientiousness of all the traits under study most consistently influenced the academic achievement of students which is most likely due to the carefulness, discipline, organization, and goal setting such studentsusually tend to exhibit. The fact that conscientiousness consistently influenced academic achievement shows that hard work, carefulness, diligence especially coupled with consistency will always be rewarded in the long run. Agreeableness which portrays students who are cooperative, helpful, and have the ability to share ideas and value other's point of view. This trait influenced academic achievementpositively and can be a useful tool in academic achievement especially in situations where cooperation is required; although it can be disadvantage insituations or jobs requiring tough decision making.

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students academic achievement influenced conscientiousness consistently carefulness especially situations findings
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