Modern Technology Adoptions and the Faculty Need in Nigeria Universities

Abstract

Faculty members are interested in the impact of technology on education and are supported by regulatory bodies promoting technology standards, recruiters seeking teachers with technology skills, legislated technology in the curriculum, and a demand for a technology-skilled workforce. In response to the interest in technology in education and faculty members incorporating technology in their research, this study was carried out to assess faculty needs concerning technology in the educational delivery system of Nigerian universities. The study adopted a qualitative approach to investigate the research needs of faculties concerning technology. This qualitative study randomly selected a convenience sample of 100 faculty and administrators in the faculty of education of 12 universities in Nigeria across several states. Using focus-group discussion sessions and interviews, the researchers met with 100 participants in groups of 10 to 15 for each session. Data were transcribed and entered into a database for analysis. The use of technology in research such as searching (search engines), data gathering, analysis, and publishing was discussed before explaining the needs and concerns of faculties with regard to technology. The study shows that there is a need for government and universities to adopt and institutionalize e-learning which will help to close the gap in technology