Quality Assurance in the Use of Information and Communications Technology Skills in Teaching and Learning: Implication for Business Educators in Colleges of Education in Edo and Delta States of Nigeria

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS) | Volume V, Issue IX, September 2021 | ISSN 2454–6186

Quality Assurance in the Use of Information and Communications Technology Skills in Teaching and Learning: Implication for Business Educators in Colleges of Education in Edo and Delta States of Nigeria

Ebhodaghe, Lennards Arekhandia, Dr. Akhor, Sadiq Oshoke
Department of Business Education, College of Education, Igueben, Edo State, Nigeria

Abstract: Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and Globalization are two global phenomena that have impacted positively on modern businesses in many parts of the world. Business Education is one of the disciplines designed to equip students with requisite skills for self-employment and one of the major tools used for this great assignment is the use of ICT tools such as internet, data base management or spreadsheet applications etc, However, adequate attention has not been given to the use of ICT skills in teaching and learning of business education courses by Business educators at the College of Education level in Edo and Delta States, especially in handling the vast arrays of ICT tools and facilities available to them. This paper will therefore, focus on quality assurance in the teaching of ICT skills by Business Educators in Colleges of Education in Edo and Delta States of Nigeria. The paper will x-ray the problems associated with the incorporation of ICT skills in the impartation and learning of Business Education courses and programmes in these Colleges, its impact on the student in the work environment in an ever changing and innovation driven economy and society. The paper will employ the use of structured questionnaire and survey method of gathering data, which will be analyzed and make appropriate recommendations that will help government, curriculum planners and the Management of Colleges of Education and similar institutions in Nigeria embrace, improve and institute the use of ICT skills in the teaching and learning of Business Education courses and programmes.

I. INTRODUCTION

Information and Communications Technology (ICT) transcends various areas of human endeavour, be it business, agriculture, medicine, mining or engineering. The world is undergoing a revolution in the information communications technology (ICT) sector. This is what many rightly refer to as the Digital Revolution. This revolution is already transforming social and economic lives. No doubt, Information and Communication Technology is one of the most potent forces shaping the 21st century. It is fast becoming a vital engine for growth in the world’s economy, creating opportunities for many enterprising individuals, firms and communities globally.
Drill (2000) posits that quality assurance places attention on enhancing teaching and learning on educational matters. They also help to clarify responsibilities for quality in teaching and learning at the individual, institutional, educational and national levels and by doing so, stakeholders are able to

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