THE USE OF DISCOVERY METHOD IN THE EFFECTIVE TEACHING OF EFFECT OF AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES ON ECOSYSTEM
Sadiq Hakeem Ayodeji; Atotileto Bolajoko; Abdulrahim Basira Jibril; Olaroungbe Ganiyu Oladimeji School of Basic and Remedial Studies, (SBRS)Kwara State College of Education Ilorin, Kwara State.
School of Junior Secondary (Department of Integrated Science)
Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin.
Abstract
This study examined the use of discovery method in the effective teaching of agricultural activities on ecosystem. It is a quasi experimental research using pre- test, treatment and post-test method. Data gathered in the study were analyzed using the result of students" score. Result of the study clearly showed that the use of discovery method enhanced students’ academic performance. The researcher recommended the use of discovery method for the effective teaching of agricultural activities on ecosystem.
Keywords: Discovery method, Effective Teaching, Agricultural Activities, Ecosystem