INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENTS IN FCE ZARIA, KADUNA STATE

https://doi.org/10.70382/mejaee.v7i8.023

Authors

  • NJOKU, PHENOMENA NGOZI Social Studies Department, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Federal University of Education, Zaria
  • ANYANWU KATE CHIKODI Social Studies Department, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Federal University of Education, Zaria
  • ADENIJI, BUSAYO Social Studies Department, School of Arts and Social Sciences, Federal University of Education, Zaria

Abstract

This study investigated the influence of Information Technology (IT) on the academic achievement of Social Studies students at the Federal College of Education, Zaria, Kaduna State. The research employed a descriptive survey design, utilizing a purposive sampling technique to select a sample size of 157 students. Data was collected using a self-constructed structured questionnaire, which consisted of demographic information and 20 items addressing the research questions. The study's findings revealed that while IT tools had a significant influence on student engagement (p = 0.037), they did not show a direct, significant impact on academic achievement (p = 0.052). Furthermore, access to IT resources did not significantly influence students' academic performance (p = 0.064). Based on these findings, the study recommends enhancing teacher training on the effective integration of IT into teaching, fostering active and purposeful use of IT resources, and ensuring equitable access to IT resources for all students. These recommendations aim to maximize the potential of IT in improving educational outcomes and engagement among Social Studies students.

 

Keywords:

Information Technology, Academic Achievement, Social Studies, Student Engagement, Educational Technology, Descriptive Survey

Published

31-01-2025

How to Cite

NJOKU, PHENOMENA NGOZI, ANYANWU KATE CHIKODI, & ADENIJI, BUSAYO. (2025). INFLUENCE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ON ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SOCIAL STUDIES STUDENTS IN FCE ZARIA, KADUNA STATE. International Journal of Assessment and Evaluation in Education, 7(8). https://doi.org/10.70382/mejaee.v7i8.023