This study investigated the availability and use of e-learning tools as emerging paradigms in Covenant University, Nigeria. The study population comprise of 7000 undergraduate students, out of which1000 was used as sample. Questionnaire was used as data collecting tool for the study. A total of fivehundred and eleven questionnaires were filled and returned. The study revealed that an appreciablenumber of e-learning tools were available and in use in the University. Notable among them is anelectronic learning management system – Moodle. Most of the respondents (61.8%) indicated thatthey used the e-learning tools mostly for downloading lecture notes. The study further revealed thatthere was no significant relationship between students’ level of study (class) and their use of e-learning tools. Also, no significant relationship between use of e-learning tools and academicperformance was established. Majority of the respondents (54%) identified inadequate internet accessas the biggest challenge to students’ use of e-learning platforms. The study was concluded withrecommendations that could enhance the use of e-learning platforms in Universities in Nigeria.
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Assessing E-Learning Tools in an Academic Environment: A Study of Availability and Use among Undergraduate Students in a Nigerian University
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Fagbohun, Michael
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International Journal of Progressive Education
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