Innovations in junior secondary curriculum and pre – vocational education towards self reliance. In R. O Okwori, I. Y. Umar, E, Raymond, C.S. Gana, K. A. Saka and A.G. Tafida (Eds). Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Science and Technology for Self Reliance

Abstract

The paper explained the meaning of innovation and pre-vocational education. It discussed innovation in Junior Secondary School (JSS) curriculum and pre-vocational education towards self-reliance. Historical development of pre-vocational education and technical training in post primary institution in Nigeria was also discussed. The goal of pre-vocational education were highlighted. The impediment to effective teaching and learning of pre-vocational subjects were explained. Recommendations made in the paper include school should plan time table in way that practical aspects of pre-vocational subjects do not suffer since the essence of innovation in JSS Curriculum and pre-vocational education is to enhance self-reliance. Government should endevour to boost the facilities for teaching and learning pre-vocational subjects by inviting individuals and philanthropic organizations to donate equipment or cash as it was done to victims of flood disaster and book haram.