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The major aim of this study was to investigate the influence of teaching and learning
facilities on student‟s academic performance. The main focus was on: classrooms,
libraries and laboratories. The study also sought to investigate the influence of classroom
environment, laboratory services and library services on student‟s academic
performance. The study employed mixed research approach where by both qualitative
and quantitative approach were used interchangeably. Convergent parallel research
design was employed. The data for this study were collected from the District Education
Officer, Heads of Schools, teachers and students. The data were obtained through
questionnaires, interviews and observation. The collected data were then analyzed
statistically as well as descriptively. The findings of this study revealed that majority of
public secondary schools have inadequate number of classrooms and classroom facilities;
this situation causes overcrowding of students in a single class. Moreover, the findings
revealed that many schools have laboratory buildings but there are inadequate equipment.
Additionally, the study revealed that there are very few schools which have proper
libraries. Teaching and learning facilities have much influence on student‟s academic
performance as they act as a catalyst in the process of teaching and learning. Teaching
and learning facilities, when effectively used by both teachers and students, can bring
about positive effect to students in schools if they are available. Therefore, it is necessary
for the government to make sure that there are adequate teaching and learning facilities in
each school so as to improve academic performance of students. Parents too, should be
involved in the welfare pertaining to school facilities. |
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