Independent Cooperative Learning (ICL) As A Strategy for Improving Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) Skills in Secondary Learners: Basis for A Proposed Learning Activity Kit

Abstract

This study aimed to assess the use of Independent Cooperative Learning (ICL) strategy in enhancing the Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) competencies of the Grade 9 learners with end view of proposing a learning activity kit based on the findings. Findings revealed that the current state of TLE competencies among Grade 9 learners demonstrates a moderate level of proficiency across technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and creativity, with strengths observed in willingness to try new things and explore different possibilities, area for improvement include enhancing problem-solving skills, particularly in identifying and defining problems, and further developing creative thinking within the context of TLE projects.

Moreover, the Grade 9 learners demonstrated a high level of skill performance in TLE with majority achieving very satisfactory indicating effective teaching, student engagement, and a conducive learning environment, the strong positive correlations between technical skills with skill performance in TLE demonstrate that these skills are not merely byproducts of successful TLE education, but rather foundational pillars of student achievement within the subject, and the proposed learning activity kit aims to enhance student learning by incorporating ICL strategies, fostering teamwork, communication, and problem-solving while developing essential technical skills in the TLE classroom.

Recommendations included that of school administrators may prioritize the development of core technical skills through hands-on training, emphasizing precision, and ensuring safe and effective use of tools and equipment, and future researchers may validate the proposed learning activity kit crafted by the proponent in order to require students to identify, define, and solve complex problems, developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills among others.