Articles

Challenges of Male Students of Home Economics in Tertiary Institution in Anambra State

Emeka-Okafor E. N.
Department of Fashion Design and Clothing Technology Federal Polytechnic Oko.
Onyeke N. G.
Home Economics and Hospitality Management Education University of Nigeria, Nsukka.
Published: August 31, 2024 Issue: Vol. 24 No. 2 (2017)

Abstract

This study investigated the challenges faced by male students of Home
Economics in tertiary institutions in Anambra State. Five research
questions were answered. It adopted a survey research. The population
for the study was 260 students offering Home Economics as a course of
study in tertiary institutions. Questionnaire was used for data collection.
Data were analysed using mean. Findings include, among others, 13
family-related challenges, eight society-related challenges, 22 self and
peers-related challenges. It was recommended that adequate public
awareness programmes should be mounted on the prospects and career
opportunities in Home Economics; parents should not discriminate
among their children on choice of courses; and government should pay
adequate attention to Home Economics education by providing funds,
equipment and training for the teachers.

Keywords: Challenges Males Students Home Economics Entrepreneurship