TABLE OF CONTENTS Pg.
Title Page i
Declaration ii
Certification . iii
Dedication . iv
Acknowledgements .. v
Table of content vi
Appendices . ix
List of Tables .. x
List of Figures xi
Abstract . xii
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study 1
1.2 Statement of the Research Problem .. 5
1.3 Aim Objectives of the Study 10
1.4 Justification for the Study . 10
1.5 Scope of the Study .. 11
CHAPTER TWO: CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK AND LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1. Introduction 12
2.2 Conceptual Framework and Theoretical Framework 12
2.2.1 The Concept of Spatial Distribution .. 12
2.2.2 The Concept of UBE 14
2.2.3 The Central Place Thoery . 16
2.3.0 Literature Review . 19
2.3.1. Spatial Distribution of Education Infrastructure in Nigeria 19
2.3.2. Education and National Development 22
2.3.3 Effects of the Spatial Distribution of Education Infrastructure 24
CHAPTER THREE: THE STUDY AREA AND METHODOLOGY
3.1 Introduction 27
3.2 The Study area .. 27
3.2.1. Location. 27
3.2.2 Soil and Vegetation . 29
3.2.3 Relief, Drainage and Geology 30
3.2.4 Climate 30
3.2.5 Population and Economic Activities . 31
3.2.6 Educational Facilities 32
3.3 Methodology . . .. 32
3.3.1 Preparatory Stage and Reconnaissance Survey 32
3.3.2 Types of Data 33
3.3.3. Sources of Data Required 34
3.3.3.1 Primary Sources of Data .. 34
3.3.3.2. Secondary Sources of Data . 34
3.3.4 Data Collection Procedure 35
3.3.5 Techniques of Data Processing 35
3.3.6 Sample Size 36
3.3.7 Data Analysis .. 37
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS AND DISCUSSION Pg.
4.1 Introduction 40
4.2 Pattern of Distribution of UBE Primary Schools in Kaura LGA 40
4.3 Database of Facilities in UBE Primary Schools in Kaura LGA 44
4.4 Characteristics of Education Infrastructure in Kaura L GA .. 45
4.5.1 Classroom Facilities 45
4.5.2 Library Facilities . .. 48
4.5.3 Toilet Facilities 50
4.5.4 Sports Facilities 52
4.5.5Playground Facilities 54
4.5.6 Source of Drinking Water 56
4.5.7 Computer Facilities 58
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
5.1 Introduction .. 60
5.2 Summary of the Findings . 60
5.3 Conclusion 62
5.4 Recommendations 63
Reference 64
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