Application of Technologies to Instruction in Nigeria’s Tertiary Education System: Panacea In The Midst Of National Challenges

Abstract

The nation is currently witnessing lots of challenges, which has negatively impacted the entire society. These challenges are so enormous that the political, social, economic, religious, health and educational sectors are adversely affected. This paper examines in detail these challenges, especially as it affects the tertiary education sector in particular and education in general. The tertiary education sector is in disarray, and there is a need to find solutions towards addressing this menace. This paper posits the application of technologies to education as one of the solutions to ensure that instruction is not really affected, despite the national crisis. The paper examines the current state of the use of technologies in public tertiary institutions. It further highlights how we can effectively integrate technologies to instruction in the midst of the national crisis. Challenges to achieve this were highlighted. Lastly, suggestions were given on how to achieve this.