ASSESSMENT OF TRAINING LEVEL AND ACCESS TO ICT FACILITIES ON ICT COMPETENCY OF BUSINESS EDUCATION LECTURERS IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION IN NORTH EAST NIGERIA

Abstract:
This study aims to assess the training level and access to information and communication technology (ICT) facilities among business education lecturers in colleges of education in the North East region of Nigeria. The integration of ICT in educational institutions has become increasingly important in enhancing teaching and learning processes. However, the effectiveness of ICT integration depends on the competency and proficiency of educators in utilizing these technologies.

The study employs a descriptive survey research design to gather data from a representative sample of business education lecturers in colleges of education in the North East region. A structured questionnaire will be used to collect data on the training level of lecturers in ICT, their access to ICT facilities, and their perceived competency in utilizing ICT tools for teaching and learning.

The findings of this study will provide valuable insights into the current state of ICT competency among business education lecturers in the North East region. It will identify the gaps in their training and access to ICT facilities, which can hinder effective integration of ICT in their instructional practices. Furthermore, the study will shed light on the specific areas of ICT competency that require improvement, enabling policymakers and educational institutions to develop targeted training programs to enhance the skills of business education lecturers.

The research outcomes will contribute to the existing body of knowledge on ICT integration in education, particularly within the Nigerian context. The study's recommendations can guide the formulation of policies and strategies aimed at improving ICT competency among business education lecturers, thereby enhancing the quality of education in colleges of education in the North East region of Nigeria.

Keywords: ICT competency, business education lecturers, colleges of education, North East Nigeria, training level, access to ICT facilities, instructional practices.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Title Page                                                                                  i

Declaration                                                                                ii

Approval Page                                                                           iii

Dedication                                                                                  iv

Abstract                                                                                     vi

Table of Contents                                                                      vii

CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION

1.1    Introduction                                                 1

1.2  Background of the study       3

1.3    Statement of the General Problem                                  4

1.4    Objective of the study                                                       5

1.5    Significance of the study                                                  5

1.6    Statement of hypothesis                                                   6

1.7    Scope of the study                                                             6

1.8    Limitation of the study                                                     7

1.9    Definition of terms                                                            7

CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW

2.0    Introduction                                                                      9

2.1    Review of related literature                                             9

2.2    Theoretical framework

2.3    Summary of review                                                           33

CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3.1    Introduction                                                                      35

3.2    Research design                                                                35

3.3    Area of study                                                                    35

3.4    Population of the study                                                    36

3.5    Sample size                                                                       36

3.6    Instrument for data collection                                          36

3.7    Reliability of the instrument                                            37

3.8    Validity of the Instrument                                               38

3.9    Method of data Collection                                                 38

3.10  Method of Data Analysis                                                  39

CHAPTER FOUR: DATA PRESENTATION AND ANALYSIS

4.1    Introduction                                                                      41

4.2    Characteristics of the respondents                                   41

4.3    Presentation of Data Analysis                                         43

4.4    Discussion of Findings                                                     48

4.5    Summary of findings                                                        49

CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1    Summary                                                                          51

5.2    Conclusion                                                                        52

5.3    Recommendation                                                              53

Biography                                                                         54

Appendix                                                                           56