Online Distance Learning Programme in University of Ilorin Using 89.3 FM Radio Station
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Date
2013
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Journal of Balkan Libraries Union
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 analyzed using descriptive statistics through chi-square to determine the round
case weight.