Integrating Emerging Standards in Teaching Technical Education: Advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Kano State, Nigeria

This research explores the integration standards in Technical & Vocational Education & Training (TVET) within Kano State, Nigeria, and its alignment with the sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). TVET primary purpose is to prepare individuals for employment in skilled based occupations. The study examines current pedagogical practices, the adoption of new technologies, and green skills to enhance quality education (SDG 4), economic growth (SDG 8) and climate action (SDG 13). The research employs a quantitative data surveys approach. Survey of TVET students, educators, and industry stakeholders in Kano State was employed using a semi structural questionnaire. The findings highlight a mixed landscape for TVET in Kano State: Alignment with SDGs: While some progress has been made in addressing SDGs, particularly SDG 8 and SDG 13, significant gaps remain in achieving SDG 4 due to outdated curricula, insufficient teacher training, and inadequate infrastructure. The study recommends curriculum modernization to update TVET curricula to align with industry requirement, incorporating green skills and emerging technologies to optimize TVET’s role in achieving sustainable development.