SYNERGY BETWEEN ACADEMIA AND INDUSTRY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN KINETICS AND HEALTH EDUCATION CURRICULUM IN TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS IN BAYELSA STATE

Abstract

The study examined how the synergy between academia and industry can aid development of Human Kinetics and Health
Education curriculum in tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State. The questionnaire used was of a descriptive nature. The study
was driven by these three research questions. Human kinetics experts from Bayelsa State's universities and sports organizations
made up the study's sample population. We utilized a random sample of 158 people from the whole population. Researchers
used a Synergy Between Academia and Industry Questionnaire (SBAIQ) they created and had experts verify as a reliable data
gathering tool. Cronbach's alpha was used to calculate the instrument's dependability, and a value of 0.78 was found. Using
mean and standard deviation, we found the answers to our study questions. The study revealed the benefits, the challenges and
possible support strategies needed to enhance the synergy between academia and industry for the development of Human
Kinetics and Health Education curriculum in tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State. It was suggested that authorities should
facilitate this connection between enterprise and organizations by establishing favorable conditions and legislation.