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Implementing the Use of English Curriculum with Entrepreneurship Mindset in Nigerian Polytechnics

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  • Engr. Edward.Oyelekan. Ojo.

    (Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Vocational Centre, Osun State College of Technology, Esa – Oke Osun State, Nigeria)

  • Dr. J. L. Olajide.

    (Department of General Studies, Osun State College of Technology, Esa Oke Osun State, Nigeria)

  • Adedeji Thompson

    (Department of General Studies, Osun State College of Technology, Esa Oke Osun State, Nigeria)

Abstract

This study examined the implementation of the English curriculum with an entrepreneurial mindset in Nigerian polytechnics, focusing on course values, students’ attitudes, motivation, interest, and language skill acquisition. Using a stratified sampling technique, data were collected from 72 ND2 and HND1 students across six departments through a 30-item structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics (mean, standard deviation, skewness, and kurtosis) and inferential analyses, including multiple least squares regression and ANCOVA, were conducted using SPSS. Results indicated a positive perception of the curriculum, with most respondents scoring above the acceptable cut-off (3.0–4.0). Statistically significant differences were found in key factors contributing to curriculum improvement. The model explained 97.7% of the variance (adjusted R² = 0.977), with a Durbin-Watson statistic of 1.000 indicating positive autocorrelation. ANCOVA confirmed significant differences between pre- and post-treatment variations (p

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  • Engr. Edward.Oyelekan. Ojo. & Dr. J. L. Olajide. & Adedeji Thompson, 2025. "Implementing the Use of English Curriculum with Entrepreneurship Mindset in Nigerian Polytechnics," International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science, International Journal of Latest Technology in Engineering, Management & Applied Science (IJLTEMAS), vol. 14(3), pages 72-80, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjb:journl:v:14:y:2025:i:3:p:72-80
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