Challenges of using reflective teaching approaches in Civic Education lessons in secondary schools in Lusaka, Zambia

Pamela Shimanza and Nana Asimah Adam Yawson
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Pamela Shimanza: The University of Zambia, School of Education, Department of LSSE, P.O Box, 32379, Lusaka, ZAMBIA
Nana Asimah Adam Yawson: The University of Zambia, School of Education, Department of LSSE, P.O Box, 32379, Lusaka, ZAMBIA

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2021, vol. 5, issue 3, 404-410

Abstract: The teaching and learning of Civic Education helps learners recognize the profound role that the subject plays in society. This study sought to establish the challenges associated with the use of reflective teaching approaches in Civic Education lessons. The study was guided by a qualitative approach and the research strategy used was a descriptive design. Data was collected using a reflective questionnaire and lesson observation checklist. Purposive sampling was used to identify the participants in the study. The participants included 6 deputy head teachers, 6 Civic Education heads of section, 6 social sciences heads of department and 18 Civic Education teachers. Data collected was thematically analysed. The total number of the participants in the study amounted to 36. The findings of the study revealed that time allocation, large numbers in classes, lack of participation from learners were inhibiting the use reflective teaching in Civic Education lessons.This research study is insightful because it adds to the body of knowledge about the challenges of using reflective teaching approaches in civic education lessons. The study concludes that most teachers of Civic Education need to be trained in reflective teaching approaches to improve the teaching and learning of Civic Education.

Date: 2021
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