IIARD International Institute of Academic Research and Development

WORLD JOURNAL OF INNOVATION AND MODERN TECHNOLOGY (WJIMT )

E-ISSN 2504-4766
P-ISSN 2682-5910
VOL. 9 NO. 1 2025
DOI: 10.56201/wjimt.v9.no1.2025.pg1.14

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Managing Education in Nigeria and The Emerging Technologies in the 21 Century Classroom

NWUKE, ThankGod James PhD, Yellowe, Annette N. PhD

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Abstract

Education serves as a cornerstone for individual and national development, and the integration of emerging technologies in 21st-century classrooms has the potential to transform teaching and learning processes. This study examines the management of education in Nigeria, focusing on the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating emerging technologies into classrooms. It highlights the significant role of tools such as ICT, AI, and VR in fostering personalized, collaborative, and efficient learning. Despite the benefits, Nigeria faces substantial barriers, including inadequate infrastructure, limited teacher training, and socioeconomic disparities, which exacerbate the digital divide. The study proposes strategic approaches to enhance technology integration, such as strengthening infrastructure, comprehensive teacher training, and developing clear policy frameworks. By addressing these challenges, Nigerian classrooms can better align with global standards, equipping learners with the skills required for success in a digital age.

keywords:

Emerging Technologies, ICT Integration, Teacher Competency, Digital Literacy and Educational Infrastructure

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