NAME: OWOYELE SEKINAT OLORUNBE

MATRIC NUMBER: 23140201071

COURSE CODE: EDU 101

1. WHAT IS UNIONISM

Unionism refers to the practice or principles of forming and maintaining labor

unions, associations, or organizations to collectively represent and protect the
rights and interests of workers or employees. It involves the formation of a
collective bargaining unit to negotiate with employers on matters such as wages,
benefits, working conditions, and other labor-related issues.

The key aspects of unionism include:

1. Collective bargaining: Unions negotiate with employers to secure better wages,

benefits, and working conditions for their members.

2. Worker representation: Unions serve as representatives of workers, advocating

for their rights and interests in the workplace.

3. Labor activism: Unionism often involves collective action, such as strikes,

protests, or other forms of advocacy, to address labor-related grievances.

4. Solidarity: Unionism is built on the principle of solidarity and mutual support

among workers to achieve common goals and address workplace issues
collectively.

5. Advocacy for workers' rights: Unions play a key role in advocating for the rights
of workers, including workplace safety, antidiscrimination measures, and fair
treatment.

Overall, unionism aims to empower workers by providing them with a collective

voice and representation, advocating for improved working conditions and fair
employment practices.

2. LIST 20 TEACHER'S REGISTRATION COUNCIL IN NIGERIA

1. Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)

2. Nigerian Teachers Institute (NTI)

3. National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE)

4. Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC)

5. Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB)

6. National Teachers Institute (NTI)

7. West African Examinations Council (WAEC)

8. National Examination Council (NECO)

9. Teachers' Service Commission

10. Lagos State Teachers Establishment and Pensions Office

11. Delta State Teachers Commission

12. Edo State Teachers Service Commission

13. Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia

14. Ondo State Teaching Service Commission

15. Rivers State Teachers Service Commission

16. Kaduna State Teachers Service Board

17. Kogi State Teachers Service Commission

18. Benue State Teachers Service Board

19. Kwara State Teaching Service Commission

20. Ogun State Teaching Service Commission

3. FUNCTION OF NECO

The National Examinations Council (NECO) in Nigeria is responsible for

conducting national-level exams in Nigeria such as the Senior Secondary
Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the National Common Entrance Examination
(NCEE). The functions of NECO include:

1. Conducting examinations: NECO organizes and administers national-level

examinations for secondary school students, including the SSCE, the Basic
Education Certificate Examination (BECE), and the National Common Entrance
Examination for admission into Federal Government colleges.

2. Standardizing education: NECO sets up and ensures uniform standards for

Secondary Education in Nigeria. It establishes and maintains a credible
examination system and examinations, and sets standards for educational
qualifications.

3. Academic assessments: It conducts assessments and evaluations to gauge the

academic performance and progression in the educational sector.

4. Certification: NECO issues certificates to successful candidates in its

examinations, such as the SSCE, confirming their academic qualifications and
completion of secondary education.

5. Research and statistics: NECO also conducts research into educational issues,
collects data, and generates educational statistics for planning and policy
formulation in the education sector.

6. Collating and processing Individual student exam result.

Overall, the primary function of NECO is to regulate and coordinate senior

secondary and basic education examinations in Nigeria.