Freehand Cutting Technique in Dressmaking as an Entrepreneurial Skill among Secondary School Students in Port Harcourt Metropolis
Peace Jack1*
1Department of Home Economic, Hospitality & Tourism, Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
*Correspondence: Peace Jack, Department of Home Economic, Hospitality & Tourism, Faculty of Vocational and Technical Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria (Email: peaceful2jack@gmail.com).
Abstract: The present study investigated freehand cutting technique in dressmaking as an entrepreneurial skill among secondary school students for sustainable development in Port Harcourt Metropolis. The researcher employed a descriptive survey research design. The study was conducted in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The population for the study included all students in eight government secondary schools in Rivers State. A sample of 25 students was randomly selected from each of the schools, resulting in a total of 200 respondents. The researcher created a self-made questionnaire. The results emphasized the importance of teaching freehand cutting technique in dressmaking in secondary schools, as well as the need to provide Nigerian youths with training in various skills, such as creativity and innovation, entrepreneurship skills, managerial experience, and record keeping.
Keywords: Dressmaking, Entrepreneurial Skill, Freehand Technique, Students, Sustainable Development
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Jack, P. (2023). Freehand Cutting Technique in Dressmaking as an Entrepreneurial Skill among Secondary School Students in Port Harcourt Metropolis. International Journal of Home Economics, Hospitality and Allied Research, 2(2), 229-237.
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