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Impact of Audio-Visual Boards and Blackboards on Participatory Teaching Methods for Primary School Pupils in Niger Delta Educational Zone, Nigeria

Chigbu Prince Ozioma Ph.D

Abstract

The study investigated the impact of audio-visual boards and blackboards on participatory teaching methods for primary school pupils in Niger Delta Educational Zone" Nigeria. The study was guided with objectives of the study and 5 research questions. This study was employed a quasi- experimental research design, specifically a non-equivalent control group design. The study was conducted in the Niger Delta Educational Zone of Nigeria, which encompasses several states including Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and Akwa Ibom. The target population for this study was consisted of primary school pupils in the Niger Delta Educational Zone. A sample size of 300 pupils was selected for the study. The sampling technique was involved a stratified random sampling method to ensure representation from different schools and socio-economic backgrounds. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire designed to assess pupils' experiences and perceptions of participatory teaching methods using audio-visual boards and blackboards. The questionnaire was developed based on a review of existing literature on participatory teaching methods and the use of audio-visual aids in education. The validity of the questionnaire was established through expert reviews. Educational professionals and researchers in the field of pedagogy was consulted to evaluate the content validity of the instrument. The data analysis was mean and standard deviation. Based on the findings the following recommendations were made educational authorities and school management should prioritize the procurement and installation of audio-visual boards in primary schools across the Niger Delta region to enhance teaching and learning experiences, Implement comprehensive training programs for teachers on the effective use of audio-visual aids in the classroom. This training should focus on integrating these tools into lesson plans to maximize student engagement, educational policymakers should revise the curriculum to include gu

Keywords

Audio-visual boardsblackboardsparticipatory teaching methodsprimary school pupilsNiger Delta educational zone

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