Effect of Problem-Based Learning on the Academic Performance and Interest in Welding and Fabrication among Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) Mechanical Technology Education Students in North-Eastern Nigeria

Yusuf Abdulkarim Kwami, Stephen Zira Kumazeghe, Nasir Umar

Abstract


This study aims to investigate the effect of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) on students' academic performance and interest in welding and fabrication. Six null hypotheses were formulated based on the objective of the research. The study adopted a Quasi-Experimental Design (QED) and was conducted in the North-East region of Nigeria (NEN), targeting NCE I students of Mechanical Technology Education (MTE) in the area. The total population of NCE I students in the region was 438 during the 2023/2024 academic session. The sample for the study consisted of 31 students from Federal College of Education (Technical) Gombe, and 26 students from Federal College of Education (Technical) Potiskum, Yobe. The schools were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Data collection was conducted using two instruments: the Welding and Fabrication Performance Test (WEFAPERT) developed by the researcher, and the Welding and Fabrication Interest Inventory (WEFII) comprising 56 items measured on a five-point Likert scale. The instruments were validated by experts, and their reliability was determined using the test and re-test method and Cronbach Alpha coefficients, yielding reliability coefficients of 0.83 and 0.75, respectively. The study employed mean and standard deviation analysis, as well as independent and paired-sample t-tests, to test the null hypotheses at a significance level of 0.5. The results indicated that Problem-Based Learning positively influenced both academic performance and interest in welding and fabrication among NCE I students. Based on the findings, the study recommends the integration of Problem-Based Learning in tertiary institutions to enhance students' learning outcomes and foster a greater passion for welding and fabrication in technical education.


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