Strategies for Improving Students’ Skills in Metalwork Technology in Technical Colleges in Katsina State

Abstract

This study examined the strategies for improving students’ skills acquisition in metalwork technology in technical colleges for economic development in Katsina State. Descriptive research design was adopted for the study. The population was one hundred and eighty (180) respondents comprised of all metalwork teachers and students in technical colleges in Katsina State. Questionnaire was used for data collection. Validation of the questionnaire was carried out by three experts in the department of technical education Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsin-ma. Using Cronbach-Alpha, the reliability of the instrument was determined. Two research assistance were employed to assist the researcher in administering the questionnaire. Data collected were analyzed using mean ratings. Results revealed among others, that there are no sufficient tools and equipments in the metalwork shops in the technical colleges and the course was not properly funded. It was therefore recommended among others, that the students practical classes should be funded by the schools, exhibition shows should be organized to motivate the students and to encourage parents on the school fees they are paying.