Pedagogical Mutation in Tertiary Institutions amid Pandemic Situation: A Digital Transformation.

  • Olu-Ajayi, Funmilayo E Funmilayo Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology IkereEkiti
  • Awodun, Adebisi O Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology Ikere Ekiti
Keywords: Pedagogical mutation, Covid-19 Pandemic, Digital transformation, Tertiary Institutions.

Abstract

Pedagogical Mutation during peculiar situations like the Covid-19 Pandemic became mandatory for ensuring social distancing while continuing with education delivery in Tertiary Institutions.  Thus, Digital Technology aided Education Process was introduced as situational remedy in many developing Countries like Nigeria, though cumbersome to Teachers and Students,  but has brought about a commendable Digital Transformation in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions (NTI) and  henceforth used to supplement the older conventional way of teaching and learning. This paper discusses the impact of Digital Transformation in the Society, and issues of Covid-19 induced Digital Technology advancement in the Tertiary Institutions. The paper recommends the availability of effective Communication Tools and improved Technology-enabled learning, capable of bridging Digital gaps in the Education System and the Society at large.

Author Biographies

Olu-Ajayi, Funmilayo E Funmilayo, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology IkereEkiti

Department of Science Education, College of Education,

 

Awodun, Adebisi O, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology Ikere Ekiti

Department of Science Education, College of Education,

 

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Published
2023-01-25