DEPARTMENT OF VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION

This Study Examined the Influence Of Automobile Technology On Students Entrepreneurship Performance And Substainable Development The target population of the study comprises of all students in the automotive technology departments of technical colleges in Abeokuta North Local Government area. The study will specifically target students who are in the final year of their program, as they are expected to have a more comprehensive understanding of the curriculum and its practical applications. The sample size will be determined using a simple random sampling technique. A total of 80. automotive technology students from various technical colleges in Abeokuta North Local Government area will be selected to participate in the study.
This sample size is chosen to ensure that the findings are representative of the student population while remaining manageable for data collection. The following recommendations were made;1. Strengthen industry partnerships to improve access to modern automotive technologies through collaborative programs and equipment donationsIntegrate entrepreneurship modules into technical curricula to bridge the gap between technical skills and business management Upgrade workshop
facilities with sustainable technology equipment to ensure hands-on experience with eco-friendly automotive solutions
Provide specialized training for instructors on emerging automotive technologies to maintain curriculum relevance with industry developments For Government Agencies Increase funding for technical education equipment and facilities to address current resource gaps

This study investigates the Influence of internet on Business Education student’s final year research. Four (4) research questions were raised to guide the study. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The population of this study comprised of a hundred (100) correspondents. The sample of the study was made up of fifty (50) Final Year Vocational and Technical Education students from University of Benin, which is 50% of the population. The research instrument used for data collection was a self- structured questionnaire titled “Influence of Internet on Final Year Research Questionnaire (IIFYRQ)”. The instrument for data collection was subjected to face validity by the researcher's supervisor and two other experts from the Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Faculty of Education, University of Benin, Benin City. To establish the reliability of the instrument, the internal consistency of the items were measured using the Cronbach alpha statistical tool. It yielded an alpha value of 0.743. The study used statistical analysis methods including mean, standard deviation, two sample independent t-tests to investigate the Influence of internet on Business Education student’s final year research. Findings indicated that the internet influences the problem identification level of final year students in their research. Internet influences students’ ability to stay updated with the latest developments in their research areas and Internet provide access to online courses and certification that supplements Business education. Recommendations include Information literacy training, Digital tool training, Supervisor guidance. Based on the findings of the study, it was concluded that Internet has many influences on Business Education student’s final year research

this study examines the extent of the use of instructional materials for effective teaching and learning of home economics in secondary schools in Edo State. This study adopted the Proportionate Sampling technique In order to achieve the purpose of this study, four research questions were raised. The sample for the study consists of one hundred (128) respondents which were selected using a stratified sampling technique. Data was collected with the aid of questionnaire. The validity and reliability of the instrument were ascertained using the exert judgment and test-retest procedures. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse collected data. Based on the findings of thestudy it was ascertained that Instructional resources has a great influence on home economics in secondary schools in Edo State. The study thus recommended that teachers should always try their best to make use of available instructional materials where necessary to make their lessons more interesting. Also the management should be ready to cooperate with teachers in the provision and improvisation of instructional materials for better instructional delivery in the school.

The study was to investigate the attitude of VTE students towards Student Industrial work Experience Scheme, using University of Benin as a case study. Four (4) research questions were raised and literature of other researchers were reviewed. The study adopted the descriptive survey research design, data was collected through the aid of a questionnaire. The questionnaire was structured according to the research questions and distributed to sample population of 100 respondents. The findings of the study revealed that the attitude of students towards SIWES in the higher institutions is quite high and that three are several Factors responsible for students’ attitude towards SIWES which has made many of the students reluctant when it comes to carry out their SIWES program. It was concluded that the attitude of students towards SIWES in the higher institutions is quite high because these students are excited when it comes to SIWES because of practical knowledge they would gain. Factors responsible for students’ attitude towards SIWES which has made many of the students reluctant when it comes to carry out their SIWES program should be properly looked nto and adequately addressed if the program is to be more effective. It was however recommended that more trainings should be given to students by s school management on the importance of the SIWES program in a bid to enhancing their perception; government should ensure that more attention should be given to the SIWES program so that it will become more attractive and interesting to students; and that industries should endeavour to pay intern students so that they will have increased interest and confidence in the program

This study investigates the role of entrepreneurship in the economic development in Enugu State, Nigeria. Utilizing a survey research method, data were systematically collected from entrepreneurs, chief executives, managers, and senior staff of five selected small and medium scale enterprises (SMEs) out of a total of 18 firms operating within the sector. The research involved a comprehensive methodology, including the administration of structured questionnaires . The sample size of 293 was determined using Taro Yamane’s formula and distributed proportionally among the firms to ensure fair representation. Validity and reliability of the research instruments were established through content validity and a test-retest method, yielding a reliability coefficient of 0.87. Data analysis was conducted using frequency tables, chi-square, and F-test statistical methods to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed significant
contributions of SMEs to economic development through local raw material utilization, value addition for export, and adherence to business ethics. The study recommends the establishment
of a strict policy framework to enhance entrepreneur-government partnerships, focusing on finance, skill development, and strategic alliances. It also suggests the need for a pragmatic industrial policy to address globalization challenges, prioritizing support for the SME sector, and providing accessible information through agencies like SMEDAN. Contributions to knowledge include highlighting the prerequisites for economic growth, the impact of entrepreneurship on economic development, the importance of government support, and the role of entrepreneurs in exploring untapped economic areas. Future research directions are suggested to examine the impact of entrepreneurship on employment and youth empowerment, the contributions of NERFUND to entrepreneurial development, and the implications of inadequate managerial skills and limited access to finance on the sustainability of entrepreneurial ventures in Nigeria.

The study assessed the influence of social intervention programmes of the Federal Government on reducing unemployment in Edo State, Nigeria. Four research questions guided the study and two null hypotheses were tested at 0.05 level of significance. Descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study was 156 masters degree students from University of Benin and Ambrose Alli University in Edo State in 2018/2019 academic session. There was no sampling as the entire population was used for the study. Questionnaire was the instrument used for data collection. The instrument was validated by three experts. Chronbach alpha statistics was used to compute the reliability of the instrument which yielded a correlation coefficient of 0.78. Data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation. The t-test was used to test the hypotheses. The study revealed that N-power, conditional cash transfer, homegrown school feeding and micro-credit scheme reduced unemployment in Edo State. It also revealed that male and female graduates did not differ significantly in their ratings on the extent social intervention programmes reduced unemployment in Edo State; same goes for young and old graduates hence the null hypotheses acceptance. From the results of the analysis, it was concluded that the extent of social intervention programmes such as N-power, conditional cash transfer, homegrown school feeding and micro-credit scheme (market/tradermoni) on reducing unemployment in Edo State was high. Consequently, it was recommended that a systematic approach should be developed for the transfer of N-power beneficiaries into the core public service at the end of their internship for programme employment sustainability. Furthermore, funding towards school feeding programme should be consistent and regular across the local governments so as impact on everyone on thevalue chain towards employment generation. Finally, recommendations were made for further studies such as determinants influencing the implementation of social intervention programmes in Nigeria.

he purpose of the study is the relevance of business education to economic development. Three research questions were raised to guide the study. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The entire population of one hundred and fifteen (115) was used. A questionnaire containing thirty items was the instrument used in obtaining responses from respondents. The data collected were analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean and standard deviation for research questions. The finding included; business education has relevance to economic development, that eight factors were identified as obstacles challenging business education programmed towards achieving economic development, that ten solutions were prescribed fir eliminating obstacles challenging business education programme towar5ds achieving economic development. The following recommendations were made; Nigerian youths should be encouraged to study business education through public enlightenment campaigns, only qualified business educators should be allowed to teach business education, there should be adequate funding for business programmes, government through their relevant agencies should provide adequate facilities as well as steady power supply for business education programmes to thrive properly, and that stakeholders in business education programmes should be able to strike a balance between theory and practical in business education curriculum

This study assesses undergraduate students' perceptions of the usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools in the educational process in relation to Office Technology and Management (OTM). A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study to obtain relevant information from respondents. The study examined students' level of awareness, extent of usage, and perceived benefits of Al tools in supporting learning activities such as research, assignments, record management, and skill development. Data for the study were gathered from undergraduate OTM students through a structured questionnaire, administered in selected tertiary institutions. Furthermore, the study investigated the challenges associated with the use of Al tools in the educational process, including limited access to digital resources, inadequate technical skills, high cost of internet services, and concerns about overdependence on Al. The findings of the study are expected to provide useful insights for educators, institutional administrators, and policymakers on effective strategies for integrating Al tools into OTM education while addressing the identified challenges to improve teaching and learning outcomes.

This study was conducted to assess the perception of Agricultural Education students on the roles of Vocational and Technical Education in reducing unemployment in Edo State. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. Four research questions were raised and one hypothesis was formulated to guide this study. The population consisted of 135 students from the Department of Vocational and Technical Education, Faculty of Education, University of Benin. The entire population was used as the sample due to its manageable size. The research instrument was a structured questionnaire titled “The Perception of Agricultural Education Students on the Roles of Vocational and Technical Education in Reducing Unemployment” (PAESRVTERU). The instrument was validated through expert judgment by the researcher’s supervisor and two specialists in the department. Its reliability was established using Cronbach Alpha, yielding a coefficient of 0.77, indicating good internal consistency. Data were analyzed using mean, standard deviation, and independent sample t-test at 0.05 level of significance using statistical package for the social science (SPSS). Findings revealed that Agricultural Education students perceived vocational and technical education as significantly contributing to skills development, economic growth, and entrepreneurship promotion, all of which influence the reduction of unemployment in Edo State to a high extent. Specifically, skill development was recognized as a vital engine of job creation, economic growth was seen as a driver of labor demand, and entrepreneurship promotion was acknowledged as a viable tool for empowering graduates and reducing social vices.

This research project, titled Strategies for Improving Teaching and Learning of Industrial and Technical Education in the University of Benin, Edo State This study, seeks to identify these challenges and propose sustainable strategies to enhance the teaching and learning processes in the ITE department. The research adopts a mixed-method approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques to ensure a comprehensive analysis of the issues. Data was gathered through
structured questionnaires distributed to students, in-depth interviews with lecturers, and focus group discussions with key stakeholders, including administrative staff and industry professionals. Additionally, observational methods were employed to assess the state of infrastructure, teaching materials, and practical training facilities within the department. The study population comprised students and lecturers from the ITE department, as well as industry experts who provided insights into the relevance of the current curriculum to real-world industrial needs.