The effects of the knowledge of educational psychology on the academic performance of students in mathematics
- Country : Ghana
- Subject : Mathematics Education
Abstract
This study is an investigation into the effect of educational psychology in teaching and learning in some selected Senior High Schools in the Fomena District of Ashanti region of Ghana. The population of the study comprises the students in Mathematics in the district. Sample selection was by simple random sampling technique using lottery approach for the selection of three schools for which questionnaires were administered. In all eighty (80) teachers were sampled and used. The design used for this research was a survey. The instrument used for data collection included literature review and questionnaire. The researcher’s investigation revealed that even though most teachers at the senior high level have sufficient knowledge in educational psychology, the schools are not doing enough to help teachers implement the knowledge. Some recommendations were made in the chapter five to enhance effective teaching and learning situation. The following recommendations were made: More professionals and qualified teachers should be employed to teach at the second cycle institution. Again, stakeholders should help schools to provide material resources for teachers to use in their teaching and learning process. Further, much time should be allocated to subjects that need a lot of activities to ensure students involvement and participation during teaching and learning. Finally, there should be strict discipline measures to control and regulate students’ behaviors.
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