The Role of Creativity in Enhancing Home Economics Education at the Secondary School Level in Ogba-Egbema Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria

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@article{1709194,
      author = {Dr. Rosemary Oluwayemisi Ahiakwo, Enweazu Rosemary},
      title = {The Role of Creativity in Enhancing Home Economics Education at the Secondary School Level in Ogba-Egbema Local Government Area of Rivers State, Nigeria},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {8},
      number = {12},
      pages = {1946-1957},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1709194.pdf},
      abstract = {This study examined the extent to which creativity is integrated into the teaching of Home Economics in two secondary schools in Omoku, Rivers State Ogba Comprehensive Group of School and Santa Maria High School. The objectives of the study were to: (1) assess the extent of creativity integration in Home Economics instruction, (2) determine the influence of creativity on students? learning outcomes and interest, and (3) identify the challenges teachers face in incorporating creativity into their teaching practices. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, and a total of 130 respondents (65 students from each school) participated. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using the Z-test statistic at a 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that Z-calculated (0.87) was less than Z-tabulated (1.96), indicating no significant difference in the extent to which creativity is incorporated into the teaching of Home Economics between the two schools. Similarly, Z-calculated (1.63) was less than Z-tabulated (1.96), suggesting both schools perceive creativity to have a similar impact on students? learning outcomes and interest. However, Z-calculated (2.00) was greater than Z-tabulated (1.96), signifying a significant difference in the challenges hindering creativity integration, with Santa Maria High School reporting greater difficulties. The study concludes that while both schools exhibit comparable levels of creative teaching and appreciation for its benefits, disparities exist in the challenges encountered, particularly in resource-constrained contexts. Government and school management should ensure that Home Economics laboratories are equipped with modern facilities, tools, and materials to foster creativity and overcome instructional challenges. This will enhance teaching effectiveness and promote innovative learning experiences for students.},
      keywords = {Creativity, Home Economics, Teaching Practices, Learning Outcomes, Instructional Challenges, Secondary Education.},
      month = {June},
  }