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VOL. 8, ISSUE 2 (2023)
Enhancing students’ retention in genetics using 5E learning cycle and WebQuest in secondary schools in Rivers state
Authors
Nnodim Ngozi Esther, Ndioho O F
Abstract
This study investigated the effect of 5E learning cycle and Web Quest on students’ retention
in genetics in Secondary Schools in Rivers State. Three objectives, three
research questions and three null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a quasi- experimental,
non-equivalent, control group design. Three co-educational private schools were
drawn using purposive sampling technique. The population of study comprised of
Seven thousand, two hundred and thirteen (7,213) students, from which a sample
size of 96 Senior Secondary two (SS2) students was drawn from three intact
classes. The instrument for data collection was Genetics Retention Test (GRT), which consisted of fifty (50) multiple choice items. This
was validated by six experts. The internal consistency was determined using
Kuder – Richardson formula 21 and a reliability coefficient of 0.96 was
obtained. The data obtained were analyzed using mean and standard deviation to
answer the research questions. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance
using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). The result of the study revealed that 5E
learning cycle and webQuest had significant effect on students ’retention of
genetics. Also there was no significant joint interaction effect of 5E learning
cycle and webQuest, on retention of male and female students taught genetics.
Based on the findings of this study, it was recommended that teachers should
adopt the use of 5E learning cycle and webQuest in teaching genetics.
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Pages:6-11
How to cite this article:
Nnodim Ngozi Esther, Ndioho O F "Enhancing students’ retention in genetics using 5E learning cycle and WebQuest in secondary schools in Rivers state". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Education and Research, Vol 8, Issue 2, 2023, Pages 6-11
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