Recycling of Plastic Waste Products through Innovative Design Approach in Teaching and Learning of Basic Science and Technology in Pankshin Local Government Area
Dung Mohammed Dauda
Department of Integrated Science, Federal College of Education, Pankshin, Plateau State, Nigeria Plateau State, Nigeria
Abstract
The study was carried out to investigate the recycling of plastic waste products through innovative design approach in teaching and learning Basic Science and technology in Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State. The population for the study was 11,600. 372 students were used as sample size. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire. Descriptive statistics of percentage and mean scores was used as method of data analysis. The result obtained from the study showed that plastic waste management practices in Pankshin are generally accepted, effective, and aware, but challenges exist, and collaboration needs enhancement. Integrating plastic waste recycling into basic science is widely accepted, teachers are equipped, curriculum flexibility exists, but hands-on activities need improvement. The innovative design approach improves students’ comprehension, raises awareness and influences attitudes positively, but hands-on experiences and connections need improvement. Recommendations for sustainable practices in basic science are accepted but suggest improvements in guidelines, professional development, resource allocation, and collaboration. It was recommended that curriculum developers should create comprehensive guidelines for teachers, accompanied by professional development programs. This ensures educators are weli-equ4iped and trained to seamlessly integrate innovative design approaches into basic science lessons.
Keywords
Recycling, Plastic Waste Products, Innovative Design Approach, Teaching, Learning Basic Science and Technology
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