Challenges and Prospects of Migrating to e-Learning in Nigeria Higher Education Sector: SDG4 in Focus

Abstract

This study examined the challenges and prospects of migrating to e-learning in Nigeria higher education sector: SDG4.0 in focus. The objectives of the study centered on finding out effect of online learning in the implementation of higher education curriculum in Enugu State, South-east Nigeria. The methodology adopted by the study comprised the quantitative method and sample survey design. In the sample survey, a well validated and pre-tested questionnaire was used in collecting data. A sample of 336 used for the study was drawn from the population of students and lecturers of five higher institutions of learning in Enugu State, South-east Nigeria. This study was anchored on two theories: the Diffusion of Information Theory. Multiple Regression Analysis model was used for analysis of data. Results of the study showed that the online learning platforms did not enhance the performance of lecturers in the delivery of the curriculum of courses; that the e-learning platform had no significant effect on the performance of students in the learning of courses.. Finally, the study recommended increase in the funding of higher education institutions, reduction in the cost of ICTs through tax incentives to importers of ICTs accessories and establishment of local ICTs industries, training and capacity building of staff of HEIs in
Nigeria among others.