IMPACT OF RESOURCE CENTRE ON EFFECTIVE TEACHING-LEARNING BIOLOGY IN PUBLIC SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN SAGAMU LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA. OGUN STATE AS A CASE STUDY

Abstract This study investigated the impact of resource centres on effective teaching and learning of Biology in public senior secondary schools in Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State, Nigeria. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. The population comprised Biology teachers and senior secondary school students in selected public schools within the study area. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and an achievement test. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential methods. Findings revealed that the availability and effective utilization of resource centres significantly enhance students’ understanding, interest, and academic performance in Biology. The study also found that inadequate facilities, poor maintenance, and lack of trained personnel limit the effective use of resource centres in schools. Based on the findings, it was recommended that government and school authorities improve the provision, management, and utilization of resource centres to promote effective teaching and learning of Biology in public senior secondary schools.