DIGITAL RESOURCE AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION AS PREDICTORS OF TEACHER INSTRUCTIONAL EFFICIENCY IN EDO NORTH SECONDARY SCHOOLS, NIGERIA
Keywords:
Digital Resources, Educational Technology, Instructional Efficiency, Secondary Education, Teacher Utilization.Abstract
This study investigated the relationship between digital resource availability, utilization patterns, and teacher instructional efficiency in secondary schools across Edo North Senatorial District, Nigeria. Using a correlational research design, data were collected from 384 teachers across 48 secondary schools through structured questionnaires and observational checklists. Results revealed that digital resource availability (r = 0.67, p < 0.01) and utilization frequency (r = 0.72, p < 0.01) significantly predicted teacher instructional efficiency. However, only 43% of available digital resources were actively utilized in classroom instruction. Regression analysis indicated that digital resource utilization explained 52% of the variance in instructional efficiency (R² = 0.52, F(2,381) = 206.45, p < 0.001). Key barriers to utilization included inadequate digital literacy (68%), unstable electricity supply (74%), and limited technical support (61%). The study recommends comprehensive digital literacy training programs, infrastructure improvement, and establishment of dedicated ICT support units in schools.
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