Educational Technology in Nigeria

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What is one of the measures suggested for promoting effective use of innovative materials in schools?

Establishing Teachers' resource centers in all states (correct)

Limiting access to educational resources

Reducing funding for educational institutions

Implementing strict teacher evaluations

Which aspect is considered essential for achieving teaching effectiveness?

Unique personalities of lecturers (correct)

Single instructional media implementing all curricula

Uniform resource allocation across schools

Standardized teaching methods

What does the term 'communication' derive from?

A Greek word meaning to inform

A Latin word meaning to share (correct)

A French word for conversation

An Old English term for teaching

Which type of educational center is not mentioned as being established to support teaching?

Art and music centers Signup and view all the answers

What must teachers understand to achieve effective teaching?

Different media and communication elements Signup and view all the answers

Why is there no single method for teaching all subjects effectively?

Because human beings have unique personalities Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential outcome of effectively using instructional media in teaching?

Enhanced student critical thinking Signup and view all the answers

Which component is not part of the educational resource centers supported by the national policy?

Research and development labs Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the primary functions of the Federal Schools Broadcast units after their establishment in 1969?

To develop educational radio and television programs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT one of the objectives of the National Educational Technology Centre?

To enforce educational law Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of training specialists in the field of educational broadcasting?

To improve radio and television content production Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following was a key goal of the educational technology policy in Nigeria?

To reduce educational costs Signup and view all the answers

How did the merger of regional broadcasting units impact educational broadcasting in Nigeria?

It increased the reach and efficiency of broadcasts Signup and view all the answers

What role did the National Educational Technology Centre play regarding instructional materials?

To assess and classify imported instructional materials Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect was emphasized in the application of educational technology according to the objectives outlined?

Training of educational technologists Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome aimed for by conducting seminars and conferences?

To facilitate the application of educational technology in teaching Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of human communication?

To share meaning and establish understanding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of verbal communication?

Involves words in spoken or written forms Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication includes the use of gestures and signals?

Non-verbal communication Signup and view all the answers

According to Ruehen (1984), communication is best described as which of the following?

An information related behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does Dale (1969) emphasize in his definition of communication?

Sharing of ideas and feelings in mutuality Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the reasons communication is considered difficult to define?

Different individuals define it based on their interests Signup and view all the answers

How is feedback characterized in the context of communication?

An essential part of the learning experience Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of communication does Theodorson (1969) highlight in his definition?

The transmission of information through symbols Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Emergence of National Educational Technology Centre in Nigeria

Prior to 1967, regional governments managed school broadcasting units that produced educational radio and TV programs.
The Northern School Broadcasting Unit was the most prominent, broadcasting across Nigeria.
In 1967, following state creation, the Northern Schools Broadcast Unit was taken over and renamed Federal Schools Broadcast Units.
It merged with the National Resources Center and the National Educational Technology Centre, Kaduna in April 1969.
Key objectives included:
- Development of educational radio and TV programs for schools.
- Production of instructional teaching materials using local resources.
- Training specialists in educational broadcasting and audio-visual aids.
- Organizing seminars for teachers on educational technology.
- Offering consultancy services in broadcast media and instructional technologies.
- Establishing a national education resource library for dissemination of materials.
- Documenting statistical data on broadcast and audio-visual services.
- Training educational technologists and cinematographers.
- Assessing imported instructional materials and equipment.

Objectives of Educational Technology in National Policy

Focus on developing, assessing, and improving educational programs.
Enhancement of teaching methods and improvement of teachers' competencies.
Aim to make learning more meaningful for students.
Goals include reducing educational costs and promoting in-service education.
Encouragement of innovative material use in schools.

Conditions for Achieving Educational Technology Objectives

Establishing Teachers’ Resource Centers in all states.
Development of a Curriculum Development Centre.
Funding for the National Education Resource Development Centre (NERDC) and universities from federal and state governments.
Creation of language centers, educational resource centers, and libraries for comprehensive educational support.
Ongoing evaluation of achievements related to educational policies and objectives.

Communication Theories in Teaching and Learning

Various teaching styles exist due to individual lecturer personalities and perceptions.
No universal teaching method universally applicable to all subjects or levels.
Available literature can assist in improving communication skills in teaching.
Effective teaching requires understanding communication elements and utilizing diverse media to engage students' interest and critical thinking.

Concept of Communication

Derived from the Latin word “communicate,” meaning to share or establish commonness.
Represents the process of sharing ideas, thoughts, and experiences among individuals.
Seen as a social process using signs, symbols, and language for better understanding and relationships.
Communication encompasses verbal and non-verbal forms and can be formal or informal.
Defined variably; includes sharing of information and ideas, influenced by individual interests and behaviors.

Types of Communication

Verbal Communication:
- Consists of spoken or written forms.
- Engages through oral conversations or written texts.
Non-Verbal Communication:
- Involves expression through gestures, body language, signals, and visual aids.
- Includes eye contact, laughter, and other forms of non-verbal cues that convey meaning without words.

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Explore the history and development of educational broadcasting in Nigeria leading up to the establishment of the National Educational Technology Centre. This quiz highlights the role of regional governments and their broadcasting units from the pre-1967 era through the state creation changes.