Information Re-Packaging: The New Technologies as Enhancement Tool for Teaching and Learning of General Studies Programme in Tertiary Institutions

Abstract

The emergence of new technologies has brought about a paradigm shift in all spheres of life.  Education is not left behind in this new era of information technology, hence information repackaging is a strategy in enhancing teaching and learning in tertiary institutions. The conventional approach of classroom interactions in teaching and learning is declining with the development of new technological tools.  The relevance of General Studies in University curriculum is to develop students’ horizon  in diverse perspectives for holistic knowledge. This article looks into the overview of teaching and learning of General Studies Programme in Nigeria Universities with a view to elucidating various ways of using information communication technology in the enhancement of teaching and learning of the programme. The article identifies some of the challenges facing the enhancement of using information technology tools in teaching and learning of General Studies, and strategies adopted to overcome these impediments. The study predicates its analysis on communication theory as the theoretical framework necessary to exploit the broad spectrum of technology, and it concludes with recommendations on the way forward.

Keywords:   Information Re-Packaging, New Technology Tools, Teaching and Learning