Abstract:
Motivation is an essential tool and its implementation leads to effective
and efficient teaching and learning hence attainment of quality education. The
study examined influence of motivation on quality of teaching and learning in
selected Senior High Schools in Cape Coast Metropolis.
A descriptive survey was used in the study. A sample of 136 teachers
was selected from the population of 223 teachers from five selected SHS in
Cape Coast Metropolis using simple random sampling technique
Questionnaire was the main instrument for data collection. Data was analysed
discussed using descriptive (mean, standard deviation, frequency and
percentages) and inferential statistics (Pearson correlation and simple
regression).
The study found that motivational packages (M=3.22; SD=0.90) are
available in Senior High Schools of Cape Coast Metropolis. The teachers are
satisfied (M=3.13; SD=0.77) with the various motivational packages. Teachers
have positive perception (M=3.46; SD=0.71) towards motivational packages.
Teachers have positive perception (M=3.89; SD=0.73) towards quality
teaching and learning. Motivation packages is strongly and positively
(r=0.848; sig. =0.00) correlated with quality teaching and learning. The result
indicates teachers‟ motivational packages had strong and high positive effect
on quality teaching and learning (R2= 0.720, b=0.848, t-value=17.251, pvalue=0.000). The study recommended that motivation of teachers‟ should be
considered as a major driving force by those in charge of implementation of
educational policies so as to bring about needed performances on the part of
teachers.
