DETERMINATION OF WORKING STYLES OF STUDENTS OF TECHNOLOGY AT THE FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGY AND METALLURGY IN SKOPJE IN RELATION TO CURRICULUM CHOICE

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to examine the benefits and drawbacks of Working Styles in a broad sense, with a focus on identifying and interpreting the dominant Working Styles among students of technology in various curricula at The Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy in Skopje. This research included Julie Hay's questionnaire to determine students’ Working Styles. The objective was to identify characteristics that are reflected through specific Working Styles and their combination, representing a distinct pattern of expected behaviors, known as the script pattern. These findings were summarized for each group of students of technology in five different curricula and subjected to a detailed analysis. The advantages and disadvantages of the identified Working Styles were determined, and essential steps to enhance the benefits and minimize the drawbacks were outlined. Additionally, recommendations were provided to motivate students to further utilize their potential. The study established a connection between the demonstrated Working Styles of student groups and their choice of curriculum. The intention of this research is to contribute to the improvement of curricula and teaching methods, ultimately benefiting current and future students.