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Emerging Technologies and the Future of Education Among the Tiv of Central Nigeria

Geri Tor Godfrey Aondoahemen Edward Adamgbe,

Abstract

This paper examines the role of emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence in human development with emphasis on promoting education among the Tiv of Central Nigeria. The aim is to explain how these emerging technologies can be harnessed to enhance education among the Tiv. It argues that the Tiv need to leverage on the advantages provided by emerging technologies more so as these emerging technologies are creating teacher role evolutions and redefining the teaching and learning landscape. The paper contends that, cultural and infrastructural barriers notwithstanding, a synergized approach towards bridging the technological gap that exists in Tiv society will enhance the realization of more desirable learning outcomes. Key Words: Education, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Tiv Society, Indigenous knowledge

Keywords

EducationEmerging TechnologiesArtificial IntelligenceTiv SocietyIndigenous knowledge

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