CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS OF INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY INTO VOCATIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION IN NIGERIA

Abstract

This study investigates the challenges and prospects of integrating technology into vocational teacher education in Nigeria. This study adopted a descriptive survey research design. A sample of 240 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling and a structured questionnaire was used to collect data from vocational education lecturers and student teachers in selected colleges of education. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean and standard deviation. Findings revealed that major challenges include insufficient technological infrastructure, limited access to current instructional technologies, poor internet connectivity, and lack of sufficient training for educators. Despite these challenges, significant prospects were acknowledged, such as improved practical skills acquisition, increased learner engagement. The study concludes that effective integration of technology into vocational teacher education can extensively improve teaching and learning outcomes if institutional support and plan frameworks are strengthened. It is as a result that government and educational stakeholders invest in technological infrastructure, offer continuous professional development for teachers, and implement helpful policies to encourage sustainable technology integration in vocational teacher education.