The Relevance and Uses of Phonetics in Junior Secondary School in Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State
CHAPTER ONE
Objective of the study
The objectives of the study are;
- To examine the significant relationship between the teaching of phonetic and the academic performance of junior secondary school students.
- To identify the significant relationship between the teachers’ qualifications and teaching of phonetic in junior secondary schools.
- To ascertain the relevance and uses of phonetics in junior secondary school
CHAPTER TWO
LITERATURE REVIEW
Introduction
This section presents a review of related literature that supports the current research being undertaken. The chapter therefore involves the systematic identification of documents containing analyzed information related to the research report and review. It assists the researcher to know what has been there already and what needs to be done, pointing out research strategies, specific procedures, and instruments which has been used and its outcomes. This chapter also deals with contributions of reading and comprehension problems and suggested strategies.
English may not be the most spoken language in the world, but it is the official language in large number of countries including Nigeria. It is estimated that the number of people in the world that use the English language to communicate on a regular basis is 2 billion! English is the dominant business language and it has become almost a necessity for people to speak English if they are to enter a global workforce, research from all over the world shows that cross-border business communication is most often conducted in English. Its importance in the global market place therefore cannot be understated, learning English really can change your life.
Many of the world‟s top films, books and music are published and produced in English. Therefore, by learning English you will have access to a great wealth of entertainment and will be able to have a greater
cultural understanding. Most of the content produced on the internet (50%) is in English. So knowing English will allow you access to an incredible amount of information which may not be otherwise available. Although learning English can be challenging and time consuming, we can see that it is also very valuable to learn and can create many opportunities.
According to De Vos, Strydom, Fouche and Delport (2005, p. 123), literature is aimed at contributing towards a clear understanding of the nature and meaning of a problem that has been identified. Marshall and Rossman (1999) in De Vos et al. (2005) state that literature is an excellent source for selecting or focusing on a topic, as it reduces the chances of selecting an irrelevant or outdated topic by investigating what has already been done in a particular problem area. Rubin and Babbie (2001) in De Vos et al. (2005 p. 128) agree with Marshall and Rossman (1999) that an early review of literature is a prime source for selecting a topic to begin with as it provides substantially better insight into the dimensions and complexity of the problem.
CHAPTER THREE
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
INTRODUCTION
In this chapter, we described the research procedure for this study. A research methodology is a research process adopted or employed to systematically and scientifically present the results of a study to the research audience viz. a vis, the study beneficiaries.
RESEARCH DESIGN
Research designs are perceived to be an overall strategy adopted by the researcher whereby different components of the study are integrated in a logical manner to effectively address a research problem. In this study, the researcher employed the survey research design. This is due to the nature of the study whereby the opinion and views of people are sampled. According to Singleton & Straits, (2009), Survey research can use quantitative research strategies (e.g., using questionnaires with numerically rated items), qualitative research strategies (e.g., using open-ended questions), or both strategies (i.e., mixed methods). As it is often used to describe and explore human behaviour, surveys are therefore frequently used in social and psychological research.
POPULATION OF THE STUDY
According to Udoyen (2019), a study population is a group of elements or individuals as the case may be, who share similar characteristics. These similar features can include location, gender, age, sex or specific interest. The emphasis on study population is that it constitute of individuals or elements that are homogeneous in description.
This study was carried out to examine the Relevance And Uses Of Phonetics In Junior Secondary School In Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State. Selected Junior Secondary School In Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State form the population of the study.
CHAPTER FOUR
DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS
This chapter presents the analysis of data derived through the questionnaire and key informant interview administered on the respondents in the study area. The analysis and interpretation were derived from the findings of the study. The data analysis depicts the simple frequency and percentage of the respondents as well as interpretation of the information gathered. A total of hundred and twenty (120) questionnaires were administered to respondents of which 100 were returned. The analysis of this study is based on the number returned.
CHAPTER FIVE
SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
Introduction
This chapter summarizes the findings on The Relevance And Uses Of Phonetics In Junior Secondary School, Selected Junior Secondary Schools In Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State as case study. The chapter consists of summary of the study, conclusions, and recommendations.
Summary of the Study
In this study, our focus was on The Relevance And Uses Of Phonetics In Junior Secondary School, Selected Junior Secondary Schools In Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State as case study. The study is was specifically focused on examining the significant relationship between the teaching of phonetic and the academic performance of junior secondary school students, To identify the significant relationship between the teachers’ qualifications and teaching of phonetic in junior secondary schools and to ascertain the relevance and uses of phonetics in junior secondary school.
The study adopted the survey research design and randomly enrolled participants in the study. A total of 126 responses were validated from the enrolled participants where all respondent are staff and students of Selected Junior Secondary Schools In Esakor West Local Government Area Edo State.
Conclusions
With respect to the analysis and the findings of this study, the following conclusions emerged;
- there is significant relationship between the teaching of phonetic and the academic performance of junior secondary school students.
- there is relevance and uses of phonetics in junior secondary school.
Recommendation
Based on the findings the researcher recommends that;
- When teaching reading and comprehension, teachers must find time to prepare their pupils by taking them through activities and this can be done by the preparation of enough appropriate Teaching-learning materials.
- The approach to teaching in English language should be flexible where pupils are made to have enough practice, explore, discover and come out with their own findings and possible solutions.
- Again, teachers have to be patient, tolerant and have sympathy towards pupils‟ efforts and needs in learning English language aspect such as reading and comprehension. This would enhance teacher-student relationship, which is very vital in contributing to students learning and understanding.
- Also, English language teachers should include phonics exercise and other skills when teaching word recognition and pronunciation.
- English teachers when teaching reading with the phonics method should also judiciously combine other reading teaching methods (eclectic) since it help achieve maximum result.
- It is also recommended that parents see the need for their wards to study at home and cultivate the habit of reading because their wards cannot reach any significant height in formal education without intensive reading after class’s hours.
- The government should make available reading textbooks and supplementary reading books in the school. This will enable pupils to always have reading materials anytime they want to practice reading on their own.
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