Qualitative and Functional Biology Education: The Role

Abstract

Biology is an inquiry oriented subject which requires the use of various equipment to effectively
teach it. The use of ICT creates a powerful environment and it transforms the learning and teaching
process in which learners deal with knowledge in an active, self-directed and constructive way.
The paper examined the benefits of ICT and challenges of their application to teaching and learning
of biology. A descriptive survey model was used to investigate the availability and utilization of
ICT tools by College biology teachers. Inadequate and in some instances complete lack of ICT
tools and the non-utilization of the few ones available during biology instruction by teachers
among others were the findings of this survey. The teachers, however, strongly agreed that IC
technologies enhances teaching, independent learning and understanding, motivate students to
participate in learning activities among others. These translate into increased students’ academic
performances. It is therefore recommended that adequate ICT facilities be provided and teachers
be trained to acquire innovative skills for ICT integration to biology teaching.