Biology Teachers Awareness and Utilization of selected Teaching Methods in Chanchaga Local Government Area Minna, Niger State.

Abstract

The study examined Biology teachers' awareness and utilization of selected teaching methods in chanchaga Local Government Area Albino, Niger State. Survey research design was used for the stud•.SiA Senior Secondary Schools were purpose fullycted based on the availability of laboratory equipment to carry out the research study. Five (5) Biology Teachers were selected from each of the six Schools. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire. The instrument was validated by two experts in the field of science education for criterion related validity. Reliability of the instrument was determined using test-retest method. Data obtained was analyzed using KR 20 formula and a co-efficient of 0.80 was obtained. The results from the analyses showed that many Biology tutors were not aware of the various science teaching strategies and how to utilize them. It was recommended that an urgent step be taken by organizing seminars and workshops for tutors to enhance their teaching methodology.