An Evaluation of Teacher Performances In Implementing Geography Curriculum: The Case of Gore Secondary School
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2005-06
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Addis Ababauniversity
Abstract
The focus of this study was an evaluation of teacher performances in
implementing secondary school Geography curriculum. It attempted also to
describe problems to implementation of the curriculum . The study used a
qualitative case study design to understand the problem . The main data
collection instruments were open observations, semi structured interviews and
documents.
Findings indicate inappropriate formulation and use of instructional objectives,
inability to cover portions in textbooks within available time, and not using a
variety of instructional methods. In efficient use of instructional materials, and
continuous tests not continuous assessments were also major areas of
weaknesses observed .
Various problems to the implementation such as, discordance between contents
and allotted time, large class size, students' inability to communicate in English
and the loss of student interest were raised and discussed. Teacher lack of
commitment, the weak collegiality among academic communities in the school,
weak guidance and management on the part of instructional leaders were also
observed as hindrances.
Finally the study forwarded some points of consideration that, all the
implementation activities should not be left only to teachers. Subject specific
support groups (panels) need to be established least at zonal level to support the
system. Some content arrangements in student text books, particularly bringing
the map reading section to the beginning part of the textbooks, and minimizing
contents or extending periods allotted are among recommended points
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Implementing Geography Curriculum