ASSESSMENT OF CYBER HYGIENE AWARENESS AND PERCEPTION AMONG PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN KWARA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

The study aimed to evaluate the awareness and perception of cyber hygiene among primary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis, Kwara State. Given the increasing dependence on digital systems and networks, cyber hygiene has become essential in today's interconnected world, where cyber threats continue to evolve. A quantitative descriptive survey design was adopted, utilizing a researcher-designed questionnaire to collect data. The questionnaire was administered to 120 participants, and the responses were analyzed to determine their level of cyber hygiene awareness and perception. Descriptive statistics, including frequency counts and simple percentages, were used to summarize demographic data, while mean scores were employed to address the research questions. The study's findings revealed that primary school teachers demonstrated a moderate level of cyber hygiene awareness, with the highest awareness observed in areas such as online safety measures and data backups. However, gaps in understanding cyber hygiene concepts were identified. While teachers generally recognized the importance of cyber hygiene, their confidence in comprehending and applying these practices remained moderate. The study concluded that primary school teachers in Ilorin metropolis possess a moderate level of cyber hygiene awareness and hold a positive perception of its importance. It was recommended that targeted training programs and awareness initiatives be introduced to strengthen teachers' knowledge of cyber hygiene. Additionally, schools should invest in improving their security infrastructure to facilitate the effective implementation of cyber hygiene practices.