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Date of this Version
2024
Document Type
Article
Abstract
This study investigated the role of information systems on decision making by secondary school administration in Obio/Akpor LGA. The study was a descriptive survey. The study was guided by two objectives and research questions. The population of the study comprised all the 5 senior secondary schools in Obio/Akpor LGA, in Rivers State with 38 school administrators. A multistage sampling technique which included simple random and purposive sampling technique were adopted. The instrument for data collection was questionnaire titled Information system and decision making of Senior Secondary Schools questionnaire. Cronbanch Alpha was used to ascertain the reliability of the instrument, a reliability coefficient of 0.72 and 0.97 was achieved. The findings revealed that information systems positively influences and aids the decision making process of secondary school administrators. Based on the findings of the study, it was recommended that school administrators should be sensitized on the importance of information systems for school management and for sustainable educational development and the government of Rivers State should create an enabling environment for IS to strive in senior secondary schools in the State.