Significance of Study : Lecturers’ Competences in Relation to Students’ Academic Performance

Lecturers’ Competences in Relation to Students’ Academic Performance

Significant of Study

A major concern in higher education is to increase student achievement. One of the ways to do this is to focus on the lecturers’ competences which will influence student achievement. The empirical investigation of the distinct effects of diverse elements of the lecturer competence on student’s academic performance in education management remains on the area of substantial interest to education researchers. This study provides some relevant insights on the distinct magnitudes to which distinct lecturer competence elements affect students’ academic performances. Moreover, such knowledge will help academic staff in designing more effective teaching strategies that can improve learners’ academic achievements. In addition, this study will be useful to both lecturers and students who may want to know the factors that could make or hinder the student academic achievement. Understanding lecturer teaching skills will allow for professional development for lecturer to focus on the areas to increase student academic performance. Lastly, understanding the importance of lecturers and the impact on student performance will help universities administrators retain lecturers to make their teachings student-centred.