Evolution of E-Learning as A Strategy Of Improving Teaching And Learning In Nigerian Universities: Challenges And Prospects

Abstract

World over, education has been recognized as a strategic tool that a society needs in order to succeed, to empower citizens, to sustain a global competitive advantage, create a better standard of living and development. Today, we have witnessed a proliferation of universities worldwide including Nigeria, and part of the efforts of these universities is to ensure smooth delivery of teaching and learning, they resorted to implement e-learning as one of the strategy for enhancing quality, equity, share instruction technology resources environment, and meet the rising demand for tertiary education. It is on this notes, this paper is designed to explore and trace the antecedent of e-learning in Nigeria. Emphases were placed on the state of e-learning in universities funded by the federal government. Equally, the role and benefits of ICT and ICT policy were highlighted by the paper. Challenges as factors hindering the development of e-learning in universities in question are also discussed. The paper concluded by highlighting some recommendations as prospects for the  project future advancement.

Keywords: e-learning; teaching and learning; Universities; Federal Universities of Nigerian; ICT policy -Nigeria