Assessment of Institutional Support for ICT Capacity Building Among ECCDE Educators at Kebbi, Sokoto, And Zamfara State Colleges of Education

Suleiman Bawa; PhD; Sani Umar Bayawa; Harisu Ahmad Bunza; Hamza Abubakar Birnin Tudu

doi:10.56201/ijssmr.vol.12no8.2026.pg370.375

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Assessment of Institutional Support for ICT Capacity Building Among ECCDE Educators at Kebbi, Sokoto, And Zamfara State Colleges of Education

Suleiman Bawa, PhD, Sani Umar Bayawa, Harisu Ahmad Bunza, Hamza Abubakar Birnin Tudu

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The integration of Information and Communication Technology into Early Childhood Care Development and Education has become essential for effective teaching, learning, and professional development. Despite policy emphasis on digital education in Nigeria, many Colleges of Education continue to experience challenges in providing adequate institutional support for ICT capacity building among educators. This study assessed the level of institutional support for ICT capacity building among ECCDE educators in selected Colleges of Education in Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara States. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population consisted of 61 ECCDE educators drawn from the three institutions. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and interviews. Descriptive statistics including frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations were used for data analysis. Findings revealed that although educators demonstrated moderate ICT awareness, institutional support in terms of infrastructure, funding, internet access, policy implementation, and professional training remained inadequate. Major challenges identified included insufficient ICT facilities, inadequate funding, unstable electricity supply, and limited opportunities for professional development. The study concluded that strengthening institutional support systems is critical to improving ICT integration in ECCDE programmes. Recommendations included increased budgetary allocation, establishment of ICT laboratories, continuous staff training, and strategic partnerships with ICT development agencies.

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ICT Capacity BuildingInstitutional SupportECCDE EducatorsColleges of EducationNigeria.

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Assessment of Institutional Support for ICT Capacity Building Among ECCDE Educators at Kebbi, Sokoto, And Zamfara State Colleges of Education

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