EFFECT OF DISCOVERY LEARNING STRATEGIES ON SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF BIOLOGY STUDENTS IN DALA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, KANO STATE

ABSTRACT This study investigated the effect of discovery learning strategies on senior secondary school academic performance of biology students in Dala Local Government Area, Kano State. The study aimed to determine whether the use of discovery learning strategies would improve students' academic performance in biology. Methodology The study employed a quasi-experimental research design, with a sample of 269 students from two senior secondary schools in Dala Local Government Area. The experimental group was taught using discovery learning strategies, while the control group was taught using conventional teaching methods. Findings The study revealed that students taught using discovery learning strategies performed significantly better than those taught using conventional teaching methods. The results also showed that discovery learning strategies enhanced students' understanding and retention of biology concepts. Conclusion The study concluded that discovery learning strategies are effective in improving students' academic performance in biology. The study recommended that teachers should adopt discovery learning strategies in teaching biology to enhance students' understanding and performance. Recommendations Based on the findings, the study recommended that. Teachers should adopt discovery learning strategies: Teachers should use discovery learning strategies to teach biology to enhance students' understanding and performance. Workshops and training programs: Workshops and training programs should be organized for teachers to equip them with the skills and knowledge needed to implement discovery learning strategies. Curriculum review: The curriculum should be reviewed to incorporate discovery learning strategies in biology education.