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Publication Date: 2007
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Exploring the Teaching of Nigerian University Undergraduates in Large Classes: The Perceived Effectiveness of Closed-Circuit Television
Alba, O. Agbatogun
Journal of Educational Technology, v4 n2 p43-48 Jul-Sep 2007
This study examined the perception of the university lecturers on the effectiveness of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) In teaching undergraduate students in large classes. One hundred lecturers randomly selected from University of Lagos, Nigeria constituted the sample for the study. The data generated through a self-designed questionnaire was analysed with the t-test and Analysis of Variance statistical procedures with significance fixed at 0.05. The results indicated among other things that sex, academic qualification, and years of experience had no Influence on the perception of the lecturers about the effectiveness of C.C.T.V as a technological tool for stimulating students' attention, and participation in large classes. On the basis of the findings, it was recommended that lecturers should be more interested in the utilization of the vast technological tools that can enhance effective teaching and learning In large classes. Universities' authorities should endeavour to provide technological devices, such as Closed-Circuit Television for all faculties for effective teaching in large classes.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Undergraduate Students, College Instruction, Large Group Instruction, Television, Instructional Effectiveness, College Faculty, Teacher Attitudes, Questionnaires, Statistical Analysis, Educational Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Gender Differences, Teaching Experience, Teacher Qualifications
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Nigeria (Lagos)
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