CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background to the StudyBiology is the natural science that studies life and living organisms, including their physical structures. Despite the complexity of the science, there are certain unifying concepts that consolidate into a single coherent field . Teaching biology as a subject in secondary schools is faced with many problems. The poor academic performance of students in Biology as indicated in the report of WAEC results has become a persisted public outcry as regards the falling standard of Biology education. Science subjects are really facing problem. Biology is a science subject comprising curriculum content from microscopic organisms to the biosphere in general, encomprising the earth’s surface and all living things, Biology occupies a unique position in the school curriculum, and is central to many sciences related disciplines such as medicine, pharmacy, agriculture, nursing and biochemistry. The knowledge of Biology, chemistry and physics which have been crystallized into concepts, empirical laws and theories from the basis of our material comfort. The knowledge of this subject also contributes to scientific literacy so that people can inform choices about their health care.Performance of the learners in Biology over the years has been poor in the West African examination despite the fact that Biology is very important and vital to human progress. Council WAEC (2012 – 2016) as reflected in the chief examination’s annual report.

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3. 3. As a source for ideas for your own research work (if properly referenced).
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5. 5. Direct citing (if referenced properly)
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