Abstract:
The study of strategies for improving students performance in metalwork Trade in Technical colleges and Schools of the Katsina state, Nigeria, carried out as a result of poor performance of students in the colleges\schools. This study therefore aimed at identifying the way for improving student’s performance for technical colleges and schools. To carry out the study, a five (5) point likert scale was adopted. The instruments made up of 52 structured questionnaire items validated by three experts and were there after used in collecting data for the study. Five research questions were used to collect data from 135 metalwork trades teachers (MW.T.T) in the colleges and school of Katsina State Nigeria. Mean statistics were used to analyze the data research questions. The findings of the study among others revealed that the respondents needs: to obtain additional professional qualification, computer numerical control machines, functional machines, functional stand-by generator, frequent supply of electricity, project method, questioning techniques, role play, independent study, learning mode, programmed instructional method, cognitive apprentice instructional strategy, educating parents the importance of technical education, scholarship to both teachers and students, office, office facilities, accommodation and vehicle loan to the teachers. The major Recommendation are: there should be a special allowances (hazards) to metalwork trades teachers (MWTT) individuals\Non Governmental Organizations should be involved in the provision of needed materials for teaching and learning, teachers should also advance their knowledge to the modern world of technology. And the government should therefore increase the funding system in technical education to meet the global change.
