Authors : Robinson, Reagan N.; Yaako, Jonhson S.

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 3 - March

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26mar268

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Abstract : The study determined the influence of interactive learning on the construction of electronic fire alarm system for workshop practice in Technical Colleges in Rivers State. The aim was to determine how interactive learning strategies affect students’ understanding, skill acquisition, and practical competence in constructing electronic fire alarm system. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design. 2 objectives and 2 research questions guided the study, while 2 null hypotheses were formulated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The population for the study was 100, which consisted of 10 Electronic Technology Workshop Instructors and 90 Students from Technical Colleges in Rivers State. A Census sampling technique was used as the population was manageable. A 24 question items structured questionnaire was developed and used as the main instrument for data collection. The instrument was validated by 3 experts in technical education. Cronbach’s Alpha reliability method was used to determine the internal consistency of the instrument which stood at 0.82 reliability coefficient. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation, whereas the null hypotheses were tested using Z-test statistic. The results of the study revealed that interactive learning has a significant positive influence on the construction of electronic fire alarm system for workshop practice in Technical Colleges in Rivers State. It was recommended that Technical College teachers should adopt interactive learning strategies such as collaborative learning and experiential learning in the teaching of electronics and workshop practice. This will enhance students’ understanding, participation, and practical competence in constructing electronic devices like fire alarm systems.

Keywords : Technical Colleges, Electronic Workshops, Interactive Learning, Electronic Fire Alarm System.

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