Addressing the Poor Performance of Ghanaian Junior High School Pupils in selected science concepts through the use of Concepts Cartoons: A Study of Okai-Koi District, Accra

This study explored the use of concept cartoons to enhance performance Junior High School pupils in selected science concepts by using pre and post intervention test. Sample comprised 37 one teacher Abelemkpe Greater Accra Region Ghana. Concept are instructional tools designed generate scientific thinking among learners. Adapted 5E model, they can be used at any stage learning process facilitate effective concepts. Completed tests based on five were analyzed t-test inferential statistics establish significance difference between respondents’ mean scores data. Results revealed that teach enhanced pupils’ cognitive achievement. The affected learners’ academic achievement positive ways. able construct their own knowledge made meaning everyday experiences. (t (36)=8.41, p=.000), (36)=9.38, (t(36)=4.85, (t(36)=10.58, p=.000) (t(36)=11.85, indicated a significant pretest posttest. implied cartoon had effect pupils. It is therefore, recommended JHS integrated teachers adopt effectively increase motivation learn science.