AN ASSESSMENT OF CURRICULUM INNOVATION IMPLEMENTATION: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN ENUGU NORTH, ENUGU STATE

Abstract

The study investigated the Challenges and Prospects of Implementing Curriculum Innovation among Secondary School Teachers in Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State. Three purposes of study and three research questions guided the study. The research design adopted for this study was a survey design. The study was carried in Enugu North Local Government Area of Enugu State. The population of the study is 702 respondents, that comprised of  all the secondary schools teachers in Enugu North Local Government Area from the nine (9) secondary schools. The sample size for the study is 100 respondents selected using the simple random sampling procedure. The instrument used for the collection of data is a structured questionnaire. For the reliability of the instrument, Cronbach alpha statistical method of estimating reliability, the correlation co-efficient obtained using the Cronbach method of estimating reliability was 0.74 this indicates that the instrument has acceptable reliability. Mean was use for analyzing data from the study. The findings from the study revealed that; Lack of the availability of instructional materials like textbooks, laboratory equipment, teaching aids in school affects the successful implementation of curriculum innovation. Unwillingness to adopt new teaching methods affects how effectively teachers implement curriculum innovations. Regular in-service training and workshops enhance the ability to implement curriculum innovations effectively. It was recommended among others that; School administrators should implement strategies to foster positive attitudes among teachers. This could include motivational programs, mentoring, and guidance that help teachers appreciate the value of curriculum innovation for student learning outcomes.