Availability and Use of ICT and Multimedia Resources in Teaching And Learning In Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam Campus

Ikpoza Kingsley, Nwanyaku, Chiamaka Blessing, Ibeh, Oluchi Bridget, Orakpor, Adaora Maudlin

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This study examines the availability and utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and multimedia resources in the Department of Library and Information Science (LIS) at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), Igbariam Campus. Against the backdrop of global digital transformation in education, the research identifies significant gaps in resource provision and integration within the Nigerian higher education context. A survey design was employed, with data collected from 117 respondents (13 lecturers and 104 students) using structured questionnaires. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the findings. Results indicate limited availability of ICT and multimedia tools, with only 43.4% of the assessed resources accessible. Key available resources include electronic boards, multimedia computers, and social networks, while critical tools like internet-enabled environments and projectors remain scarce. Despite some availability, utilization rates are low, with only 40% of accessible resources actively used in teaching and learning. Major challenges include insufficient technical personnel, unreliable internet connectivity, funding constraints, and lack of technical expertise among staff.  The study underscores the urgent need for institutional interventions, including enhanced infrastructure investment, targeted capacity-building programs for educators, and improved technical support systems. Addressing these gaps is essential for aligning the department's practices with global educational standards and leveraging ICT's full potential to enrich pedagogy and learning outcomes.


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