A QUASI-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON THE EFFECT OF INFORMATICS IN TEACHING AND LEARNING IN UNIVERSITIES IN EDO STATE
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This research examined the extent of A Quasi-Experimental Study on the Effect of Informatics in Teaching and Learning in Universities in Edo State, with particular emphasis on differences across federal, state, and private institutions. The study adopted a descriptive survey research design and was guided by the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). Data were collected from 345 lecturers and students using a structured questionnaire designed around key constructs such as ICT infrastructure availability, utilization, digital competency, and perceived challenges. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), correlation, and regression analysis using SPSS. Findings revealed that ICT infrastructure and utilization levels were generally high, with private universities demonstrating significantly higher adoption compared to public institutions. Gender did not significantly influence ICT utilization, while institutional type and academic role (lecturer or student) were significant determinants. Regression results further confirmed that ICT utilization positively and significantly enhances teaching and learning effectiveness. The study concludes that institutional readiness, infrastructural support, and digital competency are critical to effective ICT integration in higher education. It recommends increased investment in ICT infrastructure, continuous capacity building, and supportive institutional policies to enhance technology driven teaching and learning.
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