School Plant as Predictors of Academic Achievement in Junior Secondary School Basic Science in Oyo State, Nigeria

Abstract

Basic Science serves as a foundation for more specialised scientific
disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and biology. Students who lack
a solid foundation in Basic Science may struggle with core science
subjects, leading to negative attitudes and poor performance. This, in
turn, may affect their admission into tertiary institutions to study
science-related courses. It is crucial to address the factors that contribute
to the decline in the standard of education in Nigeria, including the
performance of Integrated Science departments, to ensure that students
receive a solid foundation in Basic Science and other scientific
disciplines. Basic Science, also known as Integrated Science, is a
subject taught in junior secondary schools across Nigeria, both in public
and private institutions. The aim of this subject is to broaden students'
understanding of science and its interconnectedness with other scientific
fields.