Victory ILUOBE

The study investigated teaching methods and students’ academic performance in senior secondary schools, Egor Local Government Area, Edo State. The design adopted for this study was the descriptive survey research method. Three research questions were raised to guide this study. The population of the study was a total number of all senior secondary school students in Egor Local Government Area of Edo State. The sample size for this study was a total number of hundred (100) students adopting the simpler and om sampling method. The data retrieved from respondents after sampling was analyzed by the use of a Computer Statistical Tool (SPSS), and the results were displayed on tables using frequency and percentage to represent the data.
From the findings of the study, it was concluded that some teachers are not proficient in the use of teaching methods for English Language. It was also recommended that students enjoy teaching when all teaching methods are used jointly for teaching and learning. It was therefore recommended that training, workshops and seminars should be organized to groom teachers and improve upon their teaching skills. It was also recommended that schools should ensure they monitor and check teachers to ensure they are qualified and have the necessary skills before they are employed to teaching schools.