Table 4

Identified measures to improve the implementation of SIWES in Nigerian HEIs

S/NosMeasureSource(s)
iIndustry-academia collaborationMajority
iiDigitalisation of the process, including the SIWES logbook and ITF Form 8
iiiCompetence-based education mechanism
ivReview of the curriculum to reflect current trends
VAdequate funding of ITF and HEIs' SIWES engagement
ViGovernment support of the provision of basic SIWES infrastructure
ViiStakeholders' support, including parents and guardians
ViiiAdequate sensitisation or orientation of the SIWES benefits to students
ixProper placement of SIWES students to mitigate high living costs
XRecruit adequate staff for SIWES supervision to improve the quality of outcomesP4, P13, P36 and P47
XiStakeholders should promote ethical practicesP13, P20 and P24–48
XiiMerit should be the primary consideration in the appointment of the SIWES director and coordinatorsP25 – P30, P32, P35 and P44
XiiiEffective communication is key to enhancing friendly relationships between SIWES students and the industry's trainersP23, P28, P30, P34, P37 and P39
Source(s): Authors' work

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