Abstract

This study investigated teachers' perceptions of the effectiveness of assertiveness training in controlling examophobia among students in Nigerian Colleges of Education. Examophobia has been identified as one of the major barriers to students’ academic performance. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the study sampled 200 lecturers from selected Colleges of Education across Nigeria using a stratified random sampling technique. Data were collected through a validated questionnaire titled Teachers’ Perception of Assertiveness Training and Exam Anxiety Control (TPATEAC). Results indicated that the majority of respondents perceive assertiveness training as a beneficial intervention for reducing examination-related anxiety, fostering students’ confidence, improving communication skills, and promoting a healthier psychological outlook toward examinations. However, teachers noted challenges in implementing assertiveness training, including lack of structured programs and insufficient training for educators. The study recommended the integration of assertiveness training modules into the college curriculum and the professional development of educators to better equip them in managing students’ test anxiety. These findings underscore the potential of assertiveness training as a practical and cost-effective psychological tool in the Nigerian tertiary education system.