Abstract:
This study was undertaken to enhance the academic performance of S.H.S. 2
leatherwork students of Mfantsiman Girls using project work. This was crucial in
order to make feasible analysis on the best way to improve on students performances.
The study was based on phenomenological perspective of quantitative research
approach and descriptive study research methods for collection and analysis of data to
draw conclusions and make recommendations toward the revival of the industry.
Questionnaire was the main data collection instruments used. Purposive sampling
technique was used alongside with the stratified sampling technique. The total
population of Leather Work students in Mfantsiman Girls SHS is Fifty-six (56),
comprising SHS 1 (18 in number), SHS 2 (20 in number) and SHS 3 (18 in number).
However out of these 56 students, a sample size of 20 students from the SHS 2 class
was used for the research. Data collected were presented, analyzed and discussed
using frequency distribution tables for clarity and better understanding of facts. The
study revealed among others that, with project method, students get the ample chances
in which they can develop coordination among their body and mind. As the teacher
can lead a well-balanced development of the students. This method helps in
promoting social interaction and co-operation among the students, as they have to
work in a group and have to interact with various persons for gathering information.
As the student works with full agreement of the social needs, she gets moulded in
accordance with the social needs of the society in which she lives or exists. Thus,
through this method, sense of social cooperation and responsibility get developed
among the students, by which they can become responsible citizens in the future. The
study revealed that, students taking their practical lessons seriously, working hard to
pass an examination, constantly studying their notes and getting more tools that can
help them to carry out their practical successfully is the best way to improve
themselves in leatherwork.
Description:
A DISSERTATION PRESENTED TO THE INSTITUTE FOR DISTANCE
AND E-LEARNING, SUBMITTED TO THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE
STUDIES, UNIVERSITY OF EDUCATION, WINNEBA, IN PARTIAL
FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AWARD OF THE
(POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN EDUCATION) DEGREE
DECEMBER, 2018