THE IMPACT OF CLASS SIZE MANAGEMENT ON THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF BIOLOGY IN SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN JOS NORTH L.G.A PLATEAU STATE

ABSTRACT This study investigated the impact of class size management on the teaching and learning of Biology in Jos North, Plateau State Class size has long been a subject of debate in educational settings, with proponents arguing that smaller class sizes promote better student engagement and learning outcomes This study aims to explore the relationship between class size and the effectiveness of Biology instruction, focusing specifically on the region of Jos North in Plateau State The study raised four research questions to guide it. Descriptive survey research design wax adopted using questionnaire. By examining existing literature, conducting surveys, and collecting empirical data, this research seeks to provide valuable insights into the potential benefits of class size management in Biology education. The results shows that Respondents are concern about class size matter with mean and standard deviation of 1.93±0.26 ranked first. second is the respondents more scope to perform better in a small class size with 1.87±0.35. third is on assessment/evaluation affected by the size of the class with 1.67±0.49, fourth is on their satisfied with the current size of the employability skills you are a part of with 1.60±0.51 and least is on standardization of assessment and recognized all the students in your class with 1 40±0 51 respectively. The study recommends that Biology Teachers should divide the class into groups for class activities