EFFECT OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF ENGLISH STUDENTS IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS, OKENE, KOGI STATE, NIGERIA

This study investigates the effect of instructional materials on the performance of English students in selected secondary schools in Okene, Kogi State, Nigeria. The study aims to determine whether the use of instructional materials enhances students’ understanding and performance in English language. The study adopted descriptive survey research design as opinions of the respondents were sought on their perception about the utilization of instructional materials in ensuring effective teaching and learning. A sample of 104 respondents comprising teachers and students from selected secondary schools in Okene, Kogi State, participated in the study. Data were collected through questionnaire. Findings shows that instructional materials have a positive impact on students’ performance in English language. The findings equally suggest that teachers should incorporate instructional materials into their teaching practices to enhance students’ understanding and academic achievement. The following recommendations were offered: School administration should ensure that instructional materials are provided for teachers to enhance effective teaching of English; teachers and students should form the habit of improvising instructional materials to make up the shortfall in supply; teachers should apply special knowledge and skills with respect to selecting, producing and using different kinds of instructional materials; enough time should be allotted in the schools' time table for effective use of instructional materials in English classroom; a committee should be set up in educational sector to monitor teachers use of instructional materials in teaching English; and, educational managers should ensure that English teachers have educational qualification in English as a way of acquainting them with the principle and administration of instructional materials in secondary schools