Curriculum Development and Teaching Methodology for Effective Learning in Secondary Schools in Benin City, Edo State

Abstract

The objective of the study is curriculum development and teaching methodology for effective learning in secondary schools in Benin City. This research was a descriptive survey research and the instrument used was a structural questionnaire developed by the researcher. Data collected were subjected to statistical analysis called averages, means. The findings of the study showed the problems of distribution of curriculum in the secondary schools and the factors affecting curriculum development and teaching methodology in the schools which were identified as using inefficient manpower for curriculum writing, editing. Based on the findings the researcher recommended teachers should have access to curriculum in different subject areas across the state, there would be an increase in production of curriculum to meet the needs of the schools and adequate teaching staff should be provided by the Government in order to boost the development and implementation of curriculum.