Abstract:
The study investigated Teachers Perception of the Use of Music and Drama in Developing Competencies among
learners in secondary schools. The research questions were: To what extent does participation in music develop
competencies among learners in secondary schools? and to what extent does participation in drama develop
competencies among learners in secondary schools. The study used a descriptive research design in describing
teacher’s perception of the use of Music and Drama in developing competencies among learners. Eighty teachers
who were in charge of Music and Drama were selected to form the target population. The sampling technique used
was census hence all the eighty teachers formed the study sample. Data was generated using Questionnaires. Validity
of the instruments was done using research experts. A pilot study of the questionnaires to test their reliability was
conducted by the researcher. Data was analyzed and interpreted according to the research questions. It was presented
using frequencies and percentages. The findings revealed that learners who participated in music and drama
developed various competencies such as: communication skills, creativity skills, critical thinking, problem solving,
leadership skills and social skills. The study concluded that learners should be encouraged to participate in cocurricular activities such as Music and Drama to facilitate acquisition of diverse competencies. There is need for
supportive policies to be developed and implemented.
Keywords: Competencies; Co-curricular activities; Drama; Learners; Music
