In order to remain relevant, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions must adjust their systems to uncertainty. The pandemic has demonstrated that change is here to stay. UNESCO international carried out an assessment on one of her ten innovation hubs domicile in Nigeria just before the outbreak of COVID 19. The result of this self-guided assessment showed that the institution [Yaba College of Technology (YCT)] was ready to innovate in all parts of her operations. This study assessed the YCT’s resilience and ability to adjust to the global health crisis caused by COVID 19.
The paper examined all resources and technologies available and utilized by YCT trainers to ensure continuous teaching/learning process and their coping strategies during the pandemic. Data was gathered through qualitative approach. Thirty-eight interviews with trainers and students were conducted, and the results were content analysed.
The study showed that trainers’ preparedness through blended learning method made it easy to adapt during the pandemic. Teaching and learning were aided by the use of mobile phones and social media during this period. Despite the challenges of power supply and network issues, students’ grades were unaffected. TVET institutions are encouraged to stimulate continuous learning and use of technological tools for teaching and learning. As well as building capacity through research among trainers for synergy that will increase their social relevance.
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