Factors affecting academic performance of ordinary level students in Chemistry · Electronic Theses and Dissertations

Author: Tauya, Fadzai
Title: Factors affecting academic performance of ordinary level students in Chemistry
Abstract: The study sought to establish the factors affecting academic performance of ordinary level students in Chemistry. A mixed method approach was used which enabled the researcher to explore human behaviour. It also enabled me to understand factors causing low pass rate from a holistic view point because it employs a wide variety of methods in its enquiry. Purposive sampling was used to select Chemistry teachers and the students. Data was generated using interviews and questionnaire. The research study has revealed that poor performance in Chemistry is caused by many factors which include lack of experienced teachers and shortage of resources among other factors. The study recommends in service training of teachers to equip them with effective child-centred approaches of teaching and fund raising activities to raise funds that can be used to buy the teaching and learning resources.
Date: November 2024
Publisher: BUSE
Keywords: Academic Performance; Chemistry
Supervisor: Mr. Shasha