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| Paper Title: | Examining Teachers' Utilization of Local Materials in Science Instruction |
| Authors Name: | MUBI JOEL , Lugolole Robert |
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| Published Paper Id: | IJRTI2603036 |
| Published In: | Volume 11 Issue 3, March-2026 |
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| Abstract: | This study investigated the extent to which primary school teachers utilize local materials in the teaching of science within Namutumba Sub-county, Namutumba District, Uganda. Although the national curriculum underscores the importance of employing locally available resources to foster cost-effective and contextually relevant learning, classroom practice remains largely dominated by theoretical instruction. A descriptive survey design was adopted, engaging 18 teachers. Data were collected through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics complemented by thematic interpretation of qualitative responses. The study revealed a significant positive correlation between the use of local materials and pupils’ participation (r = 0.408, p < 0.01) as well as a weaker but significant correlation with their conceptualization of science concepts (r = 0.161, p = 0.008), showing that local materials enhance both engagement and comprehension. Constraints such as limited preparation time, inadequate access to suitable materials, and insufficient training were identified as key barriers to effective utilization highlighted a gap between curriculum expectations and classroom practice, underscoring the need for deliberate strategies to strengthen teachers’ capacity in sourcing and employing local materials to enrich science instruction. Based on the study findings, it is recommended that the MoES provide continuous professional development programs to equip teachers with skills for sourcing and effectively using local materials. Schools and curriculum developers may emphasize the use of context-based instructional resources to promote inclusive and practical science education across all primary schools. |
| Keywords: | ''science instruction'' '' local materials'' |
| Cite Article: | "Examining Teachers' Utilization of Local Materials in Science Instruction", International Journal for Research Trends and Innovation (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2456-3315, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no.a264-a274, March-2026, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2603036.pdf |
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