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Education Leaders' Utilization of Information and Communication Technology for Development in Nigeria

Education Leaders' Utilization of Information and Communication Technology for Development in Nigeria
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Author(s): AbdulGafar Olawale Fahm (University of Ilorin, Nigeria), Kazeem Kayode Bakare (Al-Madinah International University, Malaysia)and Kamaldeen Korede Oladosu (University of Ilorin, Nigeria)
Copyright: 2021
Pages: 17
Source title: Handbook of Research on Modern Educational Technologies, Applications, and Management
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Mehdi Khosrow-Pour D.B.A. (Information Resources Management Association, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-3476-2.ch038

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Abstract

The sample is comprised of principals, vice-principals, headmasters, and teachers as educational leaders in primary and secondary schools in Nigeria. The study adopted quantitative research design of the survey type to determine education leaders' perceptions on the adoption of information and communication technology. The quantitative approach in this study involves the use of research instruments consisting of closed-ended, on-line, and paper-based questionnaires (single version sent to multiple respondents). The study found out that education leaders have low perception on the adoption of information and communication technology for dissemination of information, utilization of virtual learning environments among teachers. The study also found out that lack of awareness on e-learning software and inadequate use of internet-enabled technologies or applications were highlighted as challenges in adoption of ICTs for development in Nigeria. The study recommended that educational leaders should make ICT adoption needs known to appropriate authorities.

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