VIRTUAL LEARNING AS A METHOD OF INCREASING LITERACY IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN  

VIRTUAL LEARNING AS A METHOD OF INCREASING LITERACY IN NIGERIA: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN  

ABSTRACT

This study was designed to investigate the virtual learning as a method of increasing literacy in Nigeria. It also examined its problems and prospect. The design of the study was questionnaire, specifically Frequency count, Percentage, Mean, t-test and ANOVA look into the Prospects And Challenges Of E-Learning in Ibadan North local government with a view to find out the area of strength and weakness in Computer usage. Upon identifying weakness, the study aimed at providing recommendation for improvement. 140 students and staffs of University of Ibadan (UI) participated in the study by providing data which was sought through the use of questionnaires. The instrument required information on Computer training background competence and literacy level of the Students and Staffs. Result level shows that acquaintance level necessary for the use of e- learning facilities by students were very high and Inability to operate computer and internet devices makes e-learning boring to UI students. Although, some staff and students of UI are not highly skilled in computer, learning new software to enhance e- learning is not time consuming although inequality of access to technology is the prior challenges of e-learning among the students of University of Ibadan. Also, E-learning is alternative to the face-to- face teaching method; E-learning complements face-to-face teaching method, and increased collaboration learning and interaction. There are significant challenges and prospects of E-learning in Nigerian University education such as inappropriate maintenance, no stable internet provider to support easy and fast learning and teaching, and this problem can be alleviated since there is no any significance difference between education via electronic means and conventional means if Government can. To counter the effect of challenges, Nigeria education can be ascertain if Government make internet accessible, provide adequate personnel on maintenance and finance e- learning.

 

 

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