TEACHERS' INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AS CORRELATES OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS' PERFORMANCE IN BIOLOGY IN OHAJI EGBEMA LGA

This study examined the effects of biology practical activities on the academic performance of students that were taught biology in Senior Secondary Schools in Enugu East Local Government Area of Enugu East, Enugu state. The study had four objectives which included to: compare the pre-test and post-test performances of students taught biology using practical activities in Senior Secondary Schools; determine the level of retention of students taught biology concepts using practical activities and lecture method in senior secondary schools; to compare the mean performance score of rural and urban students taught biology using practical activities and lecture method in senior secondary schools in Enugu East, and compare the mean performance of students taught biology practical activities using real specimen and those taught using chart among senior secondary school students in Enugu East, Enugu state. This research consists of a title page, approval page, certification, abstract, table of contents, Chapters One to Five (from introduction to conclusion), and references.