An investigation into the strategies used to teach geometric constructions in secondary schools : a case of a secondary school in Lusaka district.
Date
2019
Authors
Chavula, Jane.
Nkhata, Bentry.
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Publisher
The University of Zambia Press
Abstract
This paper endeavors to investigate the strategies used by secondary school teachers in
the teaching of Geometric Constructions. A qualitative method was used to obtain data
and richer information about the topic. The study involved three grade twelve teachers
of mathematics at a selected secondary school in Lusaka district. Lesson observations
were done four times with each teacher, interviews and focused group discussions were
also conducted. The study revealed that teachers used learner-centered approaches of
teaching which included demonstration, discussion, problem solving, question and
answer, inquiry and teacher exposition methods. However, their performance in class
was affected due to lack of resources. The study also identified other strategies which
could improve learner performance through learner participation. Based on the findings
it was recommended that Continuous Professional Development (CPD) on Geometric
Construction for teachers should be conducted in order to enhance the in-depth
knowledge on the topic to enable the teachers to teach with confidence. Furthermore,
the school needs to acquire teaching aids/resources in Geometric Construction to
enhance effective teaching because the topic cannot be taught without the required
instruments
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Keywords
Geometry--Study and teaching--Zambia. , Geometric Construction.
Citation
Zambia Journal of Teacher Professional Growth (ZJTPG) Volume 5 Number 1 December, 2019, pp 1-19