Integrating Self-Paced E-Learning with Conventional Classroom Learning in Nigeria Educational System

Autor: O. B. Soyemi, O. I. Ogunyinka, J. Soyemi
Jazyk: angličtina
Rok vydání: 2012
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Zdroj: Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, Vol 3, Iss 4 (2012)
Journal of Humanistic and Social Studies, Vol II, Iss 2, Pp 119-129 (2011)
ISSN: 2039-2117
2039-9340
Popis: The advances in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and its rapid growth are changing the way people use, develop, process and disseminate information and instruction {technology}. There is no doubt that ICT use in the classroom increase student’s motivation to learn, engage in learning and give independence in learning. Evidence shows that there is a correlation between using ICT in schools and students academic achievement across a range of courses. Student are comfortable and fulfilled in an ICT environment and using this as a bench mark, [integrating it with a self-paced student centered learning] in conjunction with the conventional classroom learning will go a long way to improve learning thereby increasing academic performance of the students at large. This paper explores the potential of self-paced e-learning alongside with conventional classroom learning and the positive impact the integration of the two can have on student’s academic performance when incorporated into the Nigeria Educational system.
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