Investigation into vocational technology teachers’ competence and utilization of ICT for instructional delivery in Lagos State
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Date
2016-03
Authors
Olabiyi, O. S.
Jimoh, J. A
Owodunni, A. S
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A Publication of the Department of Science Education, School of Science and Science Education, Federal University of Technology, Minna, Nigeria
Abstract
The paper examines effective utilization of lCT tools by technology teachers for efficient instructional delivery. It sought to determine the competency level of lCT required of technology teachers and extent at which technology teachers use lCT to improve students' learning outcomes. The study was conducted in Lagos State Technical Colleges, Nigeria. A
descriptive survey research design was used. Structured questionnaire was used for data collection. 210 technology teachers participated in filling the questionnaires. Analysis through the use of Statically Packages for Social Science computer program was carried out on the responses of 198 respondents who returned the questionnaires. The findings among other things showed that teachers are to demonstrate competent in: using power point presentation for lesson delivery; incorporate use of media and technology for teaching where appropriate and the extent at which teacher use lCT tools is very low. It was recommended that TVET institutions should spend a considerable amount of time and
efforts developing teachers' competency in lCT pedagogy to improve students' learning outcomes.
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Staff publications
Keywords
Technical Vocational Education and Training , competency level , instructional delivery , learning outcomes , information communication technology tools , Research Subject Categories::SOCIAL SCIENCES::Social sciences::Education
Citation
Olabiyi, O. S., Jimoh, J. A., & Owoduni, A. S. (2016). Investigation into vocational technology teachers’ competence and utilization of ICT for instructional delivery in Lagos State. Journal of Science, Technology, Mathematics and Education, 12(1), 276- 286.