JOURNAL OF LIAONING TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY

THE ROLE OF TECHNOLOGY ON BIOLOGY EDUCATION IN NIGERIAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS: A REVIEW

Ibukun Omolara Akinwumi, Oludare Jethro Olojo, Funke Aina Falemu, Funmilayo Elizabeth Olu-Ajayi, Mercy Adesola Daramola, Amoke Monisola Kenni, Amos Adewale Ojo

Abstract

Globally, the enormous rise and advancement of information and communication technology (ICT) has improved many facets of life and brought about substantial improvements in the society. The educational sector stands out as a prominently visible domain where ICT is bringing about dynamic changes. In Nigeria, the integration of ICT into biology education at the secondary school level is of paramount importance because of the pivotal role biology plays in nation-building. However, despite its importance, there is a persistent trend of underperformance among senior secondary school students in biology in Nigeria. This is partly due to outdated teaching methods that emphasize memorization only and hinder understanding. There is a need to adopt innovative teaching methods, with a particular emphasis on ICT-based approaches. This research reviews ICT utilization in teaching biology, aiming to identify essential ICT facilities, recognize implementation challenges, and provide recommendations for enhancing ICT-based teaching methods in the Nigerian secondary school system. By implementing these recommendations, Nigerian secondary schools can harness the full potential of ICT in biology education, thereby advancing the nation's educational landscape.

Keywords: ICT, biology education, science, secondary schools, student’s performance, teaching methods, Nigeria.