The purpose of this study was to find out the content knowledge achievement of teacher trainees who are taught practical topics in visual arts using project method of teaching and those who are not. The study employed analytical survey design. The study targeted 3-year diploma in basic education colleges of education students in second year offering visual arts as an elective and visual arts lecturers in colleges of education in Ghana. The sample size for the study was 122 (115 students and 7 lecturers). The instruments used for data collection were questionnaire and interview guide. The hypotheses formulated for the study were tested using Pearson point-biserial correlation coefficient. The result of H0 1 indicated that there is significant difference in content knowledge achievements between the teacher trainees who were taught using project method and those who were not. H0 2 revealed that practical activities teacher trainees offering visual arts are exposed to through the project method of teaching has a positive relationship on their content knowledge achievements. It was found out that teacher trainees who were taught practical topics in visual arts using project method of teaching acquire new and adequate content knowledge than those taught using other methods of teaching. The study recommended that lecturers teaching visual arts should employ protect method in teaching practical component of the syllabi. Teacher trainees studying visual arts should be motivated to undertake project works that would enable them to acquire relevant skills needed to effectively handle the creative arts and basic design and technology subjects at the basic level of education in Ghana.
The purpose of this study was to investigate Ghana senior high school textile teachers' instructional approaches and students' practical skills acquisition. The study employed a cross-sectional survey design. The study targeted senior high school textile teachers, graduates and heads of visual arts department in Ghana senior high schools. The sample size for the study was 243 (225 teachers, 12 textile graduates & 6 HoDs). The study employed a questionnaire, document analysis, an interview guide and non-participant observation as research instruments for data collection. The findings of the study indicated that the textile training curriculum has enough practical components to equip learners with employable skills. The study also found out that most textile teachers used teacher-centred instructional methods of teaching such as lecture and whole class discussion methods than hands-on instructional methods such as demonstration, project method, field trip, learning by doing, and work-based learning. The study recommended that textile teachers should be encouraged to always use hands-on instructional approaches such as demonstration, project method and fieldtrip. Work-based (industrial attachment) which is not part of Ghana senior high schools textile system should be introduced into the curriculum.
Purpose: The rise and spread of the coronavirus pandemic has led to global adaptations of the new way of life such as social distancing and wearing of masks. Wearing of masks of different types and designs has become a staple in our lives as we fight against the spread of the pandemic. The purpose of this paper is to find out whether the emergence of masks is a pandemic fad or a long term fashion statement. Methodology: A desktop literature review was used for this purpose in identifying relevant seminal references and journal articles for the study using Google Scholar. The inclusion criteria entailed papers that have been done ever since the emergence of the virus in 2019. Findings: The study found out that fashionable masks allow individuals to express their personal style and personality while adhering to safety guidelines. They can serve as a fashion accessory that complements one's outfit or reflects personal preferences. The study also noted that Wearing fashionable masks may increase the likelihood of mask-wearing compliance among individuals, especially among those who might be less inclined to wear conventional medical or plain cloth masks. By incorporating style and aesthetics, fashionable masks can make the act of wearing a mask more appealing and enjoyable Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: The Protection Motivation theory may be used to anchor future studies on the assessment of the trend of fashionable masks in the fight against COVID 19, whether they are a fad. The study also recommends that public health campaigns should be developed to educate individuals on the importance of wearing masks, regardless of fashion trends. Emphasize the need for masks to meet certain standards in terms of filtration efficiency, breathability, and proper fit. Further, he study recommends that the government should implement policies that require fashionable masks to meet specific standards in terms of filtration efficiency and safety. Collaborate with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders to define and enforce these standards.
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