- Journal of Balkan Libraries Union
- Vol: 1 Issue: 1
- Online Distance Learning Programme in University of Ilorin Using 89.3 Fm Radio Station
Online Distance Learning Programme in University of Ilorin Using 89.3 Fm Radio Station
Authors : Abdulsalam Abiodun Salman, Tunde Kamal Omopupa, J. Oluwakemi Oyeniyi
Pages : 18-23
Doi:10.16918/bluj.50160
View : 16 | Download : 5
Publication Date : 2013-11-17
Article Type : Other
Abstract :This paper discusses distance learning through the use of wireless technology which allows students to access information for learning remotely at any time. It underscores the experience of University of Ilorin, Nigeria, in the use of Unilorin 89.3 FM radio station as a medium of instruction for the teaching of the use of library (GNS 111). A survey research design was deployed using quantitative research methods in the administration of questionnaire to gather data. The research population consists of the 100 level students in the department of Telecommunication Science, Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences. A sample of twenty students was randomly selected out of sixty two registered students in 2011/2012 session. The results of the survey determine the outcomes of the findings on the experience of the newly introduced teaching pedagogy in teaching GNS 111. Recommendations were made based on the data analysed using descriptive statistics through chi-square to determine the round case weight.Keywords : Distance Learning, Unilorin 89.3 Fm Radio, Mobile Technologies, Telecommunication Science Students, Nigeria.