Abstract
This study identified aspects of collaborative learning model (CLM) for developing 21st century
skills in Building Technology students for efficiency of practice after graduation. Two research
questions and one hypothesis guided the study. The study adopted survey research design. The
population for the study was 22 comprising of 15 lecturers and 7 instructors in the three tertiary
institutions offering building technology courses in Enugu State. No sampling was done as the
population was of a manageable size. A structured questionnaire of 31 items was used to elicit
information from the respondents on four-point rating scale. The internal consistency of the
instrument was computed using Cronbach Alpha reliability formula and it yielded a value of 0.86.
The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation while the null
hypothesis was tested using t-test at 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed that Lecturers
and Instructors utilize aspects of CLM and are aware of 21st century skills but are not mindful of
developing these skills. Also, most 21st century skills needed by building technology trainees can
be developed using CLM. The study recommended among others that assessment should more than
ever focus on development and mastery of 21st century skills for functionality in the changing
world of work.
Keywords: collaborative learning, collaborative intelligence, collaborative learning model,
instructional delivery practices
Publication Date: 2016-12-14