STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF THE CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS IN THE USE OF DIGITAL DEVICES FOR CHEMISTRY LEARNING IN NIGERIAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS

Abstract

This study examined the challenges and prospects in the use of digital devices for Chemistry learning in Secondary schools. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The sample consisted of one hundred (100) Chemistry students randomly selected from four (4) Senior Secondary Schools in Odeda Local Government Area of Ogun State. The data collection tool was a questionnaire developed by the researcher. The data collected was analyzed using frequencycounts, simple percentages and mean. Findings of this study showed that some schools do not have adequate digital devices for classroom instruction. Even schools with some digital devices rarely made use of the devices. It was discovered that students have challenges in the use of the digital devices and solutions to the challenges were suggested. The study recommended among other things: Sufficient digital devices should be provided for students’ use in schools, schools should allot enough time for Chemistry lessons, alternative power sources such as solar power should be provided for schools and workshops should be organized for Chemistry teachers to make them efficient on the use of digital devices for Chemistry teaching and learning.