INSTRUCTIONAL PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH THE POOR PERFORMANCE IN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE ENGLISH LANGUAGE BY STUDENTS IN ENUGU NORTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA

Abstract

Survey research design was employed in the study because it helps in collecting and analyzing data on issues as they exist. The study covered the nine (9) secondary schools in Enugu North Local Government Area, Enugu State. The population of the study comprises all the secondary school students in Enugu North Local Government Area, Enugu State. Five (5) schools were purposively selected out of (9) schools in the Area, of study using random sampling technique. The instrument used was questionnaire designed to elicit responses on the subject of study. Data collection was done personally by the researchers with help of three research assistant. Copies of the questionnaire were distributed and collected on the spot. This is to ensure adequate return rate. The data collected were analyzed using the mean and standard deviation. A criterion mean of 2.5 was established. Means scores of 2.5 and above were regarded as high extent instructional problem while mean scores below 2.5 will be regarded as low extent instructional problem.

TABLE OF CONTENTS 
Title Page 
Approval Page
Dedication 
Acknowledgement 
Abstract 
Table of Contents

CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
Background of the Study 
Statement of the Study Purpose of the Study 
Significance of the Study
cope of the Study 
Research Question 

CHAPTER TWO 
Review of Related Literature
Conceptual Framework
Poor Methodology
Explanation Method
Demonstration Method 
Lack of Instructional Materials
Wrong Usage of Instructional Material
Summary of Literature Review 

CHAPTER THREE
RESEARCH METHOD 
Research Design 
Area of the Study 
Population of the Study 
Sampling Techniques
Instrument for Data Collection 
Method of Data Collection
Method of Data Analysis

CHAPTER FOUR
Data Presentation and Analysis 

CHAPTER FIVE 
DISCUSSION OF FINDINGS, SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Discussion of Findings 
Educational Implication 
Summary and Conclusion 
Recommendation 
References 
Appendix A 
Appendix B