An Investigation of Teachers’ Needs for Successful Implementation of Teaching and Learning Policies

Abstract

The aim of the research was to investigate teachers’ needs for successful implementation of teaching and learning policies in primary schools. This study was underpinned by constructivism and sociocultural theories. Qualitative research assisted the researcher to investigate teachers’ needs for successful implementation of teaching and learning policies in primary schools. Data analysis took place throughout data collection process. It has been established in this study that schools in urban areas were better supplied with teaching and learning support materials than the schools on the farms. The findings revealed that workload and resources were major challenges to most teachers. Teachers should improvise resources by planning and executing activities together. For planning of activities to be successful, it is important to make sure that the learning and teaching support materials are available in the planning process.

DOI: 10.5901/mjss.2014.v5n9p366