Abstract

This study attempts to ascertain teacher’s accountability in Nigerian educational system as perceived by teachers and administrator. Three hundred and forty three teachers from secondary schools in Delta State participated in the study. Simple random sampling technique was used for their selection. The teachers and principals responded to the questionnaire titled “Accountability in Nigerian Educational System Perception Questionnaire” (ANESPQ) to give their views based on the research questions. The items on the questionnaire were rated with a four point Likert type scale to elicit their responses. Percentages were used to analyze the research questions. The major findings of the study were no significant differences existed between the perceptions of the student administrators and teacher’s accountability. To enhance accountability in the system, all hands should be on deck. The operatives in the educational industry both on macro and micro levels should contribute immensely in the implementation of effective accountability in Nigeria educational system.

Key words: Teacher accountability, educational system, perceptions, teachers and principals, Nigeria.