The use of Teaching and Learning Materials by Student-Teachers at St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa Akwamu in the Bono Region of Ghana

Abstract:

Education is very crucial in the development of every nation, and Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs) play critical roles in the teaching and learning processes globally. The effectiveness of teaching and learning largely depends on proficiency of teachers to use appropriate TLMs effectively. The study focused on uncovering deficiencies and inefficiencies on the use of TLMs by student-teachers on practicum at St. Ambrose College of Education, Dormaa-Akwamu in the Bono Region of Ghana. The study was qualitative and it employed action research method. Observations and interviews were instruments used to gather data from 30 subjects. The purpose of this article was to identify problems that student-teachers face regarding the use of TLMs as a catalyst to induce learning. Identifying such anomalies on the part of the student-teachers is envisaged to expose the gaps that exist in teacher education so that appropriate intervention could be deployed to rectify the situation. The study revealed that student-teachers lack requisite knowledge and skills in TLMs design and utilization and it recommended that skill development in TLMs design and utilization should be integrated into teacher education in Ghana.