Fanta, TilahunHassen, Ayalew2018-08-092023-11-052018-08-092023-11-052006-06http://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/11370The purpose of this study was to identify or find out problems of implementing geography syllabus in secondary school in Bekcji senior secondary school. Attempts were also made to screen some factors that negatively affect geography instruction. The study used a qualitative .ca-se study desig~n, to understand the problem. The main data collection instruments were open observations, structured and semi-structured interviews, document analysis and informal talks. Generally, the data for this study was collected from 14 informants among these 8 students from grade 9-12, four male and 4 female those are high achievers, 3 geography teachers those have better performance, one department head, one school vice director and one librarian. The findings indicated that the curriculum is feasible and up-to-date in content. But the contents and the time allotment to cover the contents do not coincided each other. Thus, it is impossible to cover the contents with in a given academic time. Moreover, teachers fail to use different teaching methods while they present their lesson. Thus, almost all teachers frequently used lecture method. Hence fieldwork is totally ignored from method of instruction. The results of the study also showed that teachers fail to ask questions frequently. But rarely ask questions during explanation which encourage rote memory for correct . responses and questions those encourage' critical thinking were ignored Moreover the study depicted that lack of professionals and material resources are serious problems of the school. In addition to this the study proved that, large class size, lack of reference books, lack of school facilities, lack of guidance and counseling service are considerable constraints of instructional activities. The study again displayed that ways of assessment and negative (low) interest and attitude of teachers towards the teaching profession were considered as major obstacles of geography instruction. Finally, based on these findings and conclusions, related recommendations regarding the improvement of professional manpower and the provision of the necessary instructional materials were forwardedenSyllabus In Secondary SchoolsThesis