Accessibility and Utilization of E-Learning Resources among Students of Higher Institutions of Learning with Particular Reference to Federal University of Education, Kontagora

Abstract

This study investigates the accessibility and utilization of e-learning resources among students at the Federal University of Education, Kontagora. As digital platforms become central to modern higher education, understanding how students interact with these tools is critical for academic success. The study adopts a descriptive survey research design, utilizing a structured questionnaire to gather data from a sampled population of undergraduate students across various departments. The primary objectives are to identify the types of e-learning resources available, assess the level of student access to these technologies, determine the frequency and purpose of their utilization, and uncover the primary challenges hindering effective integration. Expectant findings point to a disparity between the availability of digital tools and students' actual access, often exacerbated by institutional infrastructure deficits. Key constraints likely include erratic power supply, poor internet connectivity, high costs of data, and a lack of formal digital literacy training. Based on these anticipated outcomes, the study recommends that the university management invest in robust ICT infrastructure, provide subsidized campus-wide Wi-Fi, and integrate mandatory digital literacy workshops into the curriculum. Ultimately, bridging the gap between accessibility and utilization is essential to maximizing the pedagogical benefits of e-learning in teacher education institutions.