Vol. 1 Issue 1 - 2024
Abstract Civicitizens in the world over. In the ever changing landscape of Nigerian tertiary education, thc engagement education plays a critical function in determining, informed and active e incorporation of technology stands as an important avenue for ensuring civic engagement education. However, in Nigeria tertiary institutions, there exist both benefits and obstacles in utilizing technology to promote this education. It is on this basis that this study investigates the importance of technology to revolutionize civic engagement education. The study adopted a qualitative approach, synthesizes data from all encompassing review of literature, including academic journals, case studies, government policy statements, relevant government publications and expert opinions on technology use in education. Insights from these sources inform the analysis of technology’s role in ensuring civic learning and participation among university students in Nigeria. The research identifies major benefits for using technology, such as the interactive e-learning platforms, electronics tools, and mobile apps to involve students in civic issues and participation. The study also found that obstacles such as insufficient technological apparatus, varying levels of digital literacy among students and staff, inadequate investment, and concerns over digital privacy and security pose enormous challenges to the full integration of technology in civic engagement education. Based on the findings, the study propose a strategic method that includes touch up digital framework, raising digital competence of both students and staff and as well putting in place policy initiatives that safeguard student privateness and data among others.
Leveraging Technology, Civic Engagement, Tertiary Institution, Nigeria student
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