SUMMARY OF CANDIDATES’ WEAKNESSES AND SUGGESTED REMEDIES
Candidates weakness were observed as follow:
- Unable to list the texture of a fabric;
- Unable to differentiated between renovation and remodeling, patching and darning;
- Unable to draw diagrams showing front & back bodice, front& back skirt;
- Unable to indicate some pattern symbols.
To overcome these weaknesses,
- Teachers should devote more time on practical aspect of the subject.
- Adequate textbooks for students should be provided to enhance learning.
- Candidates should be made to produce sample articles on each topic taught.
- Teachers should be encouraged by organizing seminars and workshop for them.