Transformative Approaches in Agricultural Education: Integrating Innovative Pedagogies to Enhance Sustainable Farming Practices

Abstract

This study evaluates the impact of innovative pedagogical approaches on enhancing sustainable farming practices among farmers in Kumbotso LGA, Kano State, Nigeria. It explores the effectiveness of participatory teaching, experiential learning, and ICT-based learning methods, aiming to address the barriers posed by limited resources and financial constraints. Using a mixed-methods approach, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research evaluates the effectiveness of these educational strategies. The findings indicate that participatory teaching and experiential learning significantly improve farmers’ knowledge and practice adoption, while ICT-based learning faces limitations due to infrastructural challenges. The results underscore the need for affordable, contextually relevant educational strategies to promote sustainable agriculture in Nigeria.

Presenters

Mohammed Yarima
Lecturer, Vocation/Agricultural Education, Federal University of Education, Kano, Nigeria

Details

Presentation Type

Paper Presentation in a Themed Session

Theme

Educational Studies

KEYWORDS

Keywords: Agriculture; Education; Innovation; Pedagogy; Sustainability