Computer Tutorials and Drill-Practice Strategies on Senior Science Students' Academic Achievement on Energy Transformation in Nature, Uyo, Nigeria

Rebecca Ufonabasi Etiubon; Andikara Honour Etiubon; Idorenyin W. Akpan

doi:10.31686/ijier.vol9.iss7.3230

Authors

Rebecca Ufonabasi Etiubon

University of Uyo

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4189-3119
Andikara Honour Etiubon

Nigerian Office for Trade Negotiations

https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9139-1008
Idorenyin W. Akpan

University of Uyo

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31686/ijier.vol9.iss7.3230

Keywords:

computer tutorials, drill-practice, energy transformation, students' interaction, engagement

Abstract

The study used computer tutorial and drill- practice strategies to investigate students' achievement on energy transformation in nature, Uyo, Nigeria. The study was guided by three research questions and three hypotheses. Quasi-experimental design of non-randomized pretest, posttest control group was used for the study. Population was all 2,629 senior secondary two students and sample size was 210 science students selected from three secondary schools in their intact classes using purposive sampling technique. The instrument for data collection was Achievement Test. Three lecturers of test, measurement and evaluation in Science Education did instrument validation. Reliability index was .85 obtained using Kuder-Richardson Formulae-21. Data analysis for research questions used mean and standard deviation and ANCOVA for hypotheses formulated at .05 significant level. Findings revealed that students taught computer tutorial achieved and retained higher than those taught with computer drill-practice and lecture methods. Gender is a non-significant factor in academic achievement of students. The findings concluded that, computer tutorial enhances students' academic achievement in energy transformation in nature. The study recommends that teachers of science embrace computer tutorial and drill-practice strategies in teaching science concepts.

Author Biographies

Rebecca Ufonabasi Etiubon, University of Uyo

Senior Lecturer, Dept. of Science Education
Andikara Honour Etiubon, Nigerian Office for Trade Negotiations

Trade Negotiator, AfCFTA/ECOWAS Department
Idorenyin W. Akpan, University of Uyo

Post-Graduate Student, Dept. of Science Education

References

Agboh, C. I., “Effect of Computer-assisted Instruction Technique on Students' Achievement in Sciences in Colleges of Education in South East Nigeria”, Research Journal of Education, 6(20), 2015, pp. 52-59.

Ampuch, A., Hiranrat, W., Pimbaotham, N. and Singnam, T., “Developing a Computer-Assisted Instruction with Drill-Practice for Grade 6 Students”, International Journal of the Computer, the Internet and Management, 2(2), 2014, pp. 47-53.

Aniodoh, H. and. Egbo, J., Effect of Inquiry Role Approach on Students’ Achievement in Chemistry, 54th Annual Conference Proceedings of Science Teachers Association of Nigeria held at Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio Hall, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, 2013.

Azizi, Yahaya and Chu, S. P., “Teori-Teori Pembelajaran”, Teori-Teori Pembelajaran, Universiti Teknologi, Malaysia, 2010.

Dama, P. O., “Effects of Gender on Students' Achievement in Secondary School Biology”, Journal of Education and Practice, 5 (22), 2014, pp. 99- 102.

Etiubon, R. and Ugwu, A., “Problem-Based Learning and Students' Academic Achievement on Thermodynamics (A case study of University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria)”, Journal of Research and Method in Education, 6 (5), 2016, pp. 36-41.

Federal Republic of Nigeria, National Policy on Education, Federal Government Press, Lagos, Nigeria, 2014.

Gambari, A. and Yusuf, M., “Effectiveness of Computer Assisted Cooperative Learning Strategy on Sciences Problem-Solving, Achievement and Retention”, Malaysian Online Journal of Educational Technology, 3(2), 2015, pp. 110-113.

Gee, Y. and Umar, I., “The Effects of Drill and Practice Courseware on Students' Achievement and Motivation in Learning English”, Educational Journal of Social Behaviour, Economic and Industrial Engineering, 8 (2), 2014, pp. 120-125.

Herrman-Abell, C., and Deboer, G., Investigating Students' Understanding of Energy Transfer and Conversion of Energy Using Standard-based Assessment Items. Paper Presented at National Association for Research in Science Teaching Annual Conference, Orlando, FL, 2011.

Ibrahim, A., “Strategies for Effective Use of Audio-Visual aids for Teaching in Nigeria Secondary Schools” Minna Journal for Educational Studies, 5 (1), 2012, pp. 99-110.

Igweh, A., Combined Effects of Computer Tutorial and Drill on Senior Secondary School Students' Achievement, Interest, Retention in Basic Electronics in Lagos State. Unpublished Ph.D. Thesis, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, 2012.

Iyekekekpolor, S., “Effects of Tutorial Computer-assisted Instruction on Senior Secondary School Students' Achievement in Geometry”, Journal of Educational and Information Technology, 8 (2), 2013, pp. 130-132.

John, O. and Olatoye, R., “Comparison of Male and Female Senior Secondary Students' Learning Outcome in Science. Katsina State, Nigeria”. Mediterranean Journal of Social Science, 19 (1), 2014, pp. 71-78.

Kang, J., Gender Study on the Relationships between Science Interest and Future Career Perspectives. International Journal of Science Education, 41 (1), 2019, pp. 80- 101. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/09500693.2018.1534021

Kelly, M., Lecture as a Teaching Method: Pros and Cons, 2015. Retrieved on May 20, 2020 from http://www.macmillandictionary.com.dictionary/british/location

Mberekpe, M., Towards Gender Equality in 21st Century. Mek Publishers Limited, Enugu, 2013, pp. 95-110.

Rathakrishnan, M. and Rathakrishnan B., “Kesan Penggunan Peta Konsep dan Pembelajaran Koperatif Terhadap Prestasi Pelajar Dalam Mata Pelajaran Sejarah Tingkatan Empat”, Journal Kemanusiaan, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) Volume 3, E-ISSN-755X, 2009, pp. 34-45.

Nadelson, L., Scagges, J., Sheffield, C. and McDougal, O. M., “Integrating Video-based Demonstrations to Prepare Students for Organic Chemistry Laboratory”, Journal of Science Education and Technology, 24 (1), 2015, pp. 476-572. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s10956-014-9535-3

Rathakrishnan, M., Raman, A. and Haniffa, M. A., “The Drill and Practice Application in Teaching Science for Lower Secondary Students”, International Journal of Education, Psychology and Counselling, 3 (7), 2018, pp. 100-108.

Rebecca U. Etiubon, The Role of School Personnel in Quality Provision and Safety Management of Science Laboratory Facilities. In Eno Etudor-Eyo, Comfort Robert Etor, Princewill Ikechukwu Egwuasi and Christiana Isaac Emediong Okon (A Festschrift in Honour of Prof. (Mrs.) Grace Koko Etuk). Academic Research Network International Publishers, 2018, pp.76- 87.

Roblyer, M. D. and Doering, A. H., “Integrating Educational Technology into Teaching”, Journal of Education, 6 (1), 2013, pp. 81-102.

Saminathan, B., “Effects of Computer-based Instructional Strategies in Learning Chemistry at Higher Secondary Level”, International Conference on Software and Computer Applications (ICSCA), IACSIT Press, Singapore, 2012, pp. 165-169.

Shamsideen, S. A., “Effects of Computer-Assisted Learning Methods on Facilitating Continuing Education in Lagos, Nigeria”, African Educational Research Journal, 3 (4), 2015, pp. 204-209.

Shukla, S., Activity-based Teaching, 2011, Retrieved on 25 July, 2020 from http://childcentre/cybersite/strateies/beachinghtm

Udegbe, I., “Effects of Tutorial Package of Computer-aided Instruction on Students' Achievement in Probabality”, Journal of Education, 6(2), 2010, pp. 120-131.

Udo, M. and Etiubon, R. (2011). “Computer-Based Science Simulations, Guided-Discovery and Students’ Performance in Chemistry”, Journal of Canadian Center of Science and Education, 5(6), 2011, pp. 211-217. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5539/mas.v5n6p211

Ugwuanyi, C. and Nworgu, B., “Assessment of Senior Secondary School Physics Students' Conceptual Understanding of Force and Motion”, Journal of Science Teachers Association of Nigeria, 49 (1), 2014, pp. 171-183.