Accepted 20 october, 2015 department of tests, measurement and evaluation, faculty of education, ekiti state university adoekiti, nigeria. V aicwa abstract purpose the purpose of this paper is to evaluate the traditional methods of teaching as well as multimedia teaching and to suggest other useful teaching methods that can be attempted in imparting knowledge to the students. A practical guide to enhancing learning by understanding teaching and learning styles, anthony grasha 1996 proposes five teaching style clusters and evaluates how flexible each can be in addressing the needs of multiple, divergent learning styles in one classroom. Methods that are commonly used in the teaching of biology in secondary schools. The adequacy of laboratory facilities for the teaching of biology. The use of multimedia and virtual laboratories for teaching chemistry improves. Utilizing a reflective approach to learning, this text prepares secondary school teachers, in an era of change, for the realities of teaching in todays classrooms. It examined the role of laboratory method of teaching in improving the quality of education, strategies. Methods of teaching biological science criteria for selecting a method of teaching biological science.
Uniprojects aim of providing this effects of two teaching methods on secondary school students performance in biology project research material is to reduce the. The paper contributes to policy makers and science teachers to employ appropriate strategies and integrate suitable technologies for teaching science in secondary schools. Jun 27, 2016 methods that are commonly used in the teaching of biology in secondary schools. Teaching strategies, their use and effectiveness as perceived. The term biology comes from two greek words bios means life and logos means knowledge. This chapter discusses several methods of teaching science within the traditional formats. According to the curricula the white book, it is obligatory to organize project days at secondary and high schools. Methods for making your class sessions more effective.
Levels of the classsize of the classtime availability and subject matter general methods of teaching biological science. Teaching methods are often divided into two broad categories. This study bridges the gap and it examined effects of teaching methods on students performance in tanzanian education institutions in public secondary schools in nyamagana district mwanza, tanzania. Methods of teaching computer science in the secondary school. In the secondary schools, there is basic science at the jss level. Accordingly biology has been divided into two branches. Dec 01, 2011 although biology is supposedly the easiest of the science disciplines, research on student learning has shown that even high calibre, high achieving biology students at elite institutions taught by universally admired academics, fail to build a scientifically conceptual and contextual foundation in biology, perhaps because learning, teaching and assessment strategies in the discipline of. The use of laboratory method in teaching secondary school. This study sought to find out the effects of utilization of biology teaching and learning resources on students academic performance.
Half of all science classes relate to the biological sciences weiss, 1987. A practical assessment component may be introduced as part of the overall assessment at a later stage. Pupil spends six years in primary before they move to a secondary school where they also spend six years. It helps students understand higher cognitive levels of analysis, synthesis and evaluation kirscher and huisman, 1998. A teaching method comprises the principles and methods used by teachers to enable student learning. At the close of the second world war, many schools in many countries had been destroyed. Also, by studying biology you learn many of the skills needed to succeed in business and communications, like problem solving and project management. Please, sit back and study the below research material carefully. For a particular teaching method to be appropriate and efficient it has to be in relation with the characteristic of the learner and the type of learning it is supposed to bring.
The use of discussion method is suitable for meeting the objectives of geography teaching. The course builds on students knowledge of their subject matter and from their first science methods. A text for general secondary methods and introduction to secondary schools courses. Researcher explores the productive teaching method in. Emphasis will be placed on exploring appropriate models which reflect the nature, method, and content of. Abstractlaboratory experiences have been reported to promote central science education goals including the enhancement of students understanding of concepts in. Virtual laboratory can eliminate uninteresting and boring parts of the experiments. Effect of teaching methods on students performance in. To become an effective teacher of biology, a teacher should use a variety of methods to make the. Inclusive education and classroom practice in secondary education 5 5. These innovative teaching methods in science can substitute the typical teaching techniques to achieve the goal. Teaching strategies, their use and effectiveness as perceived by teachers of agriculture. The availability of textbooks for the teaching of biology in secondary schools. Teaching secondary school requires a variety of teaching methods to address different learning levels, styles and intelligence of secondary school students.
Highschool biology is offered in 99% of high schools in the united states weiss, 1987. About this resource microbiology is a popular option for practical work in schools. The pupils studying general science should acquire knowledge of the fundamentals of. A national study by yun ho shinn a dissertation submitted to the graduate faculty in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of doctor of philosophy major agricultural education agricultural extension education. Teaching of english subject in community secondary schools in moshi rural district. What makes biology learning difficult and effective. One technique is to encourage the student to propose several different answers to the question. Therefore, to achieve the goal of teaching, the teacher must adopt effective teaching methods that can lead to learners understanding the subject being taught. At the secondary level, the aims and objectives of teaching biology extend to the integration of technology, law and business with various aspects of biology. According to oxford advanced learner dictionary 2000 defined problems as a thing that is.
However, you know them from a students perspective rather than from a teachers perspective. Teaching in the secondary school, 7th edition pearson. None of these studies have specifically examined the effect of teaching methods on student performance. The use of laboratory method in teaching secondary school students. Pdf principles and methods of teaching biology namiq. Focus of study this paper aims to identify the research trends of teaching science subjects in secondary schools from the years 2010 to 2016. Innovative methods of teaching university of arizona. How can you help your students learn science better and more efficiently in each format. Evaluation of the teaching methods used in secondary school biology lessons article pdf available in signum temporis. Determining methods used in teaching geography in secondary schools in rongo district, kenya omoro benjamin department of education, school of social studies, rongo university college, kenya email. Investigation into the factors affecting the adebule and ayoola 4 performances of pupils in mathematics in junior secondary schools in ekiti state.
A professors questions should build confidence rather than induce fear. Our courses in secondary education help singlesubject educators create a collaborative and effective classroom. Teachers methods of teaching and academic performance of secondary school students in biology from the table above, the high mean scores ranging from 2. Secondary teachers engage their students in new and different ways in order to have an impact.
Although biology is supposedly the easiest of the science disciplines, research on student learning has shown that even high calibre, high achieving biology students at elite institutions taught by universally admired academics, fail to build a scientifically conceptual and contextual foundation in biology, perhaps because learning, teaching and assessment. Teachers of these subjects of one field or area have to cooperate and use an interdisciplinary approach in teachnig and. Inclusive education and classroom practice in secondary. Nov 21, 2016 methods of teaching biological science 1. Pdf teaching biology practical lessons in secondary.
These strategies are determined partly on subject matter to be taught and partly by the nature of the learner. Methods of teaching biological science linkedin slideshare. Because you have been a primary school student, you will recognize some of these methods. The science teaching methods will be analyzed in order to try and understand what ways of teaching science are most beneficial to the student. Although there is no universal best way to teach, experience.
At the senior secondary school sss level, there is biology, chemistry and physics taught separately. Teachers styles of biology teaching and teaching methods and techniques may also be factors that affect students learning in biology cimer, 2004. Use the link below to share a fulltext version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Table 1 shows demographic information about the students. Teaching strategies, their use and effectiveness as. Levels of the classsize of the classtime availability and subject matter general methods of teaching biological science lecture method demonstration method scientific. A teachers method of instruction, use of materials and planning can all affect a students success. This is the best teaching method invented so far that involves the active participation of students to experience scientific concepts than to just have an audience view. This course is an introduction to teaching methods used in primary schools. A read is counted each time someone views a publication summary such as the title, abstract, and list of authors, clicks on a figure, or views or downloads the fulltext. How biology teachers are being supervised in their teaching assignments.
Critical thinking skills are assessed at the college and departmental levels through course projects, teaching demonstrations, lesson and unit creation, exams, papers, and other presentations, completed in sce 4330 science methods 612 and sce 4941 integrated field experience, as well as other upper division courses required for the major. Practical work is an integral part of the study of biology. The directorate of extension programmes for secondary education, government of india, in its brochure on evaluation in general science sets some of the objectives of teaching general science in secondary schools as follows. Impact of instructional materials on students academic. Effects of two teaching methods on secondary school students performance in biology project material. Advanced methods of teaching science in secondary school. Biology support materials laboratory handbook for teachers. Impact of instructional materials on students academic performance in mathematics in secondary schools in ekiti state, nigeria adebule, s.
The researcher used a sample of twentythree schools drawn from ninety two public secondary schools. A case study of selected secondary schools within the state. This course gives candidates majoring in biology, chemistry, or physics teacher licensure options an opportunity to learn contemporary methods of teaching science in middle, junior high, and high schools. If students are not happy with the way that biology is taught, they may show disinterest in and negative attitudes towards biology and its teaching. This paper looked use of laboratory method in teaching secondary school students. A code of practice for scottish schools and colleges sserc ltd, 2002. Nigerian school system is divided into primary, secondary, and tertiary school. Microorganisms are ideal for use in the school laboratory as they are relatively easy to maintain, and they can be used to. The course builds on students knowledge of their subject matter and from their first science methods course. Productive methods of teaching middle school science dr. Your choice of teaching method depends on what fits you your educational philosophy, classroom demographic, subject areas and school mission statement. Pdf evaluation of the teaching methods used in secondary.
Effective teaching methods projectbased learning in physics. Developing meaningful and engaging instruction for secondary students in biological sciences. The aim of this research was to examine the productiveness of productive methods teaching. Biology leaving certificate ordinary level and higher level support materials laboratory handbook for teachers the ncca acknowledges the assistance of the national biology support service in the production of this material. Assessment the national commission for the teaching of biology, 1986 teachers handbook of biology practicals for leaving certificate classes,royal irish. At a tertiary level, the main focus of this paper, science education is clearly. Aims and objectives of studying biology the classroom. You can examine current trends and delve into specific topics like art or reading, instruction, or secondary teaching strategies. Many schools in tanzania still follow the traditional teacher centred lecture method. Teaching methods the term teaching method refers to the general principles, pedagogy and management strategies used for classroom instruction. Being the most commonly used teaching method, explanation integrates well in all methods of instruction, such as discussions, seminars, practical lessons and tutorials havita 2000. Determining methods used in teaching geography in secondary. Edci 673 is the second course in a twocourse sequence of science methods courses for students seeking a secondary school teaching license in earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics.
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