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Abstract
The aim of this project work was to examine the perception of undergraduates students towards the study of history as a course in the University of Benin. The perception towards the study of history is often facilitated by different factors which can greatly affect undergraduates students.
The design adopted for this study was the descriptive survey research design. Six research questions were raised to guide this study. The population of study comprised of history students in the University of Benin. A sample size of seventy five (75) respondents were analyzed and results after analysis were presented on tables using percentages and frequency.
The objective of this study was to alleviate the negative perception towards the study of history and to emphasize on the importance of the study of history. The study revealed that the main factor of the negative perception of undergraduates students to the study of History is the poor teaching methods used by the teachers and instructors. It was also discovered that great value is not placed on the study of history in the society. It was therefore recommended that the government should place a great value on the importance of history and make sure there are career opportunities for students of history. Also, history teachers and instructors should participate in professional development and training sessions to enhance their pedagogical skills, and there should be proper availability of adequate teaching aids.
