Osasu Grant, ASUEN

The study investigated the application of technological instructional resources in business education programme in University of Benin. Four research questions were raised to guide the study. Descriptive research design was adopted by the study. The population consists of all 400 level business education students in the Faculty of Education, University of Benin. 50% of the total population was adopted as the ample for this study using the simple random sampling technique to randomly selected A questionnaire titled: Assessment of the Application of Technological Instruction Resources in Business Education Programme in University of Benin Questionnaire (AATIRBEPUBQ) was used as instruments for data collection which was validated by the researcher’s supervisor. The data collected were analyzed using simple percentage. The findings of the study revealed that the level of application of technological instructional resources, including digital tools, e-learning platforms and educational software in the teaching of business education courses is to a very high extent. It also revealed that the primary instructional and infrastructural challenges that impede the effective integration of technological resources in business education programmes at the University of Benin is to a very high extent. It also revealed that the extent integration of technological instructional resources impact on the employability skills of business education students in the University of Benin is to a very high extent. It was recommended among others that Universities in Nigeria, including the University of Benin, should continue to invest in robust technology infrastructure. Implementation of ongoing professional development programmes for educators to enhance their digital literacy skills and teaching methodologies. Collaboration with industry experts and employers to redesign the business education curriculum. Ensuring that it includes relevant and up-to-date content that prepares students for the demands of the global labor market, with a strong emphasis on technology-related skills. Affordable and equitable access to laptops, tablets, and other necessary devices should be provided to ensure that all students can fully participate in technology- enhanced learning. Training and support programs be offered for students to improve their technical proficiency. This could include workshops, online tutorials, and mentorship opportunities to help students become more confident and capable in using technology for academic purposes.