http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/72 2026-10-29T06:54:14Z 2026-10-29T06:54:14Z HASSAN, A.M MOHAMMED, Z YUSUF, O.O. SHUAIBU, S ADAMU, I.K MUSTAPHA, M.B http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/32018 2026-10-12T22:19:20Z 2022-09-01T00:00:00Z

Title: EFFECT OF JIGSAW COOPERATIVE AND MASTERY LEARNING METHODS ON STUDENTS LEARNING OUTCOMES IN FURNITURE MAKINGIN TECHNICAL COLLEGES, NIGER STATE Authors: HASSAN, A.M; MOHAMMED, Z; YUSUF, O.O.; SHUAIBU, S; ADAMU, I.K; MUSTAPHA, M.B Abstract: The study investigates the effect of jigsaw cooperative and mastery learning methods on students learning outcomes in furniture making in Technical Colleges, Niger State. The study adopted the quasi-experimental research design, precisely, pre-test, post-test non-equivalent control group design. The population for the study was 210 National Technical Certificate (NTC II) furniture makings students in Technical Colleges in Niger State. This study was conducted in Niger State. Two research questions and Two null hypotheses tested at 0.05 level of significance guided the study. The instrument used for data collection were Furniture Making Cognitive Achievement Test (FMCAT) and Furniture Making Interest Inventory (FMTII). The FMCAT was drawn based on a table of specification. The Jigsaw cooperative and Mastery learning methods lesson plan, FMCAT, and FMTII were subjected to face and content validation by three experts. The instrument was trial tested on a sample of 22 NTC II furniture makings students of Government Technical College Garki, Abuja. Cronbach alpha Coefficient were utilized to establish the coefficient of internal consistency and stability of the FMCAT. The values were found to be 0.72 and 0.81 respectively. Data obtained from the administered of the Instrument was analysed using mean to answer the three research questions and Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) statistic was used to test the three hypotheses. The study revealed that jigsaw cooperative method is more effective in improving student's achievement in furniture makings than mastery learning methods. It was also discovered that Jigsaw cooperative and mastery learning methods are effective in stimulating students' interest in furniture makings. There was no significant effect on students' achievement and interest in furniture makings. It was recommended that State Ministry of Education, National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) and National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) should organize workshops, seminars and in service training for woodwork teachers on regular basis to enlighten and improve their knowledge and skills on the use of the Jigsaw cooperative and the mastery learning methods.

2022-09-01T00:00:00Z Eze, C. P. Mojekwu, O. E. Omeje, H. O. Igwe, C. O. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31809 2026-07-10T00:54:25Z 2021-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Implementing Competency-Based Education and training in Technical Colleges: A Realistic Approach to Producing Skilled Workforce for Sustainable Industrial Development Authors: Eze, C. P.; Mojekwu, O. E.; Omeje, H. O.; Igwe, C. O.

2021-01-01T00:00:00Z Nule, J. S. Upwa, F. E. Nwokolo-Ojo, J. O. Igwe, C. O. Sesugh, T. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31786 2026-07-08T03:47:52Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Awareness and Engagement with Artificial Intelligence Technologies as Predictors of Undergraduate Readiness in Building and Woodwork Technology for Construction Practice in Benue State Authors: Nule, J. S.; Upwa, F. E.; Nwokolo-Ojo, J. O.; Igwe, C. O.; Sesugh, T. Abstract: This study investigates the levels of awareness and engagement with Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies among undergraduate students in building and woodwork technology programmes in Nigeria, and examines their preparedness for professional practice in the construction industry. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected from 167 students across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education using a validated 20-item questionnaire (Cronbach's α = 0.78). Descriptive statistics revealed moderate levels of AI awareness (Mₜ = 1.97, SDₜ = 0.77) and engagement (Mₜ = 2.28, SDₜ = 0.79), with polytechnic students demonstrating the highest awareness and university students reporting the greatest engagement. However, students exhibited limited readiness (Mₜ = 2.16, SDₜ = 0.85) to apply AI technologies in real-world construction scenarios. Regression and correlation analyses (α = 0.05) indicated a statistically significant positive relationship between AI awareness, engagement, and industry readiness, though the explained variance was modest. The findings underscore critical gaps in current curricular integration of AI applications, such as machine learning and automated systems, within construction-related disciplines. Based on these results, the study recommends targeted interventions, including enhanced AI-focused coursework, practical training initiatives, and faculty development programmes, to bridge the disparity between academic training and industry requirements.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Nule, J.S. Upwa, F.E. Nwokolo-Ojo, J. O. Igwe, C.O. Tar, S. http://irepo.futminna.edu.ng:8080/jspui/handle/123456789/31776 2026-07-08T00:31:44Z 2025-06-15T00:00:00Z

Title: Investigation on The Levels of Awareness and Engagement with Artificial Intelligence (AI) Technologies among Undergraduate Students in Building and Woodwork Technology. Authors: Nule, J.S.; Upwa, F.E.; Nwokolo-Ojo, J. O.; Igwe, C.O.; Tar, S. Abstract: The study assessed the challenges and sustainability strategies of solar power microgridimplementation in rural communities in Kogi and Niger States. Two research questionsand two null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey researchdesign. The targeted population of the study was 548 respondents comprising of 499energy consumers and 49 microgrid personnel from rural communities in Kogi and NigerStates,Nigeria. Simple random sampling technique was used to 277 energy consumersfrom the two rural communities, and census sampling technique was used to select 49microgrid personnel from the communities. A structured questionnaire titled“Questionnaire on Solar Power Microgrids Effects on Rural Communities (QSPERRC)”was used for data collection. The instrument was validated by three experts and was pilottested in Kwara State using 15 Energy Consumers and Microgrid Personnel. CronbachAlpha formula was used with the overall reliability index of the instrument found to be0.87, which implied that instrument was reliable for use. Data collected was analysedusing mean, standard deviation and z-test statistics. The findings of the study revealed thatthe contributions of solar power microgrids on socio-economic development in ruralcommunities in Kogi and Niger States includes significant improvements in; healthcareservices, small-scale enterprises,educational development and social and communitydevelopment. Based on the findings, it was recommended among others that governmentand policymakers should provide adequate subsidies, grants, and policy support to reducethe high initial capital costs associated with solar power microgrid projects in ruralcommunities in Kogi and Niger State.

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