Topic > The Power of Education: The Power of Education - 1109

The introduction of devices such as electronic whiteboards, laptops, etc. in the learning environment, has led to a phenomenal increase in Japanese students' understanding in the classroom(). Teachers provide a deeper understanding of a topic discussed in class by presenting relevant images and videos. ICT also promotes interaction between students and teachers outside the classroom as teachers are just an email away. In Nigeria, teachers in public and private schools have approached the topic of ICT use in the classroom with fierce disapproval. ICT devices are believed to actually hinder classroom learning by reducing students' classroom participation (). The use of ICT devices such as laptops has been discouraged in many schools across the country. Although the government of Nigeria has adopted some policies such as the National Education Policy of 2004, the level of ICT adoption is still low in both private and public schools (Tella,