AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF ICT IN TEACHING AND LEARNING OF SCIENCE EDUCATION STUDENTS IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN LAGOS STATE

Abstract

Information and communication technology play a crucial role in the teaching and learning process and it is a veritable tool for advancement of science education in Nigeria. The study investigated the availability and utilization of ICT in colleges of education in Lagos State, Nigeria. The purpose of the study was to examine the extent of availability, utilization and effect of ICT in teaching and learning process. Descriptive survey design was used and the population for the study comprised 534 lecturers of the colleges of education in Lagos state. A sample of 100 participants was chosen using stratified random sampling technique to cover the three selected institutions, both public and private. The instrument used for data collection was detailed structured questionnaire. Three research questions and one hypothesis were formulated to guide the study. Data collected were analysed using frequency tables, and the hypothesis was tested via Chi-Square χ². The findings showed that though the available ICT resources were optimal, the extent of utilization by the lecturers was low. It was also discovered that. It was equally discovered that ICT impact positively on the teaching and learning process. The study therefore recommends Government at all levels should make ICT a matter of priority, provide the funds specifically needed for the training of teachers in ICT application and utilization in education.