Perceptions of Nigerian Students' and Instructors’ about the Use of Technology in Education

Technology is significant in the improvement of quality of educational experience in learning. The introduction of technology into the educational system across the universe has brought in improvement to the system and made it more suitable for both the students and the instructors. Students are getting more interested in learning with the integration of the technology in the classroom. This study investigated the perceptions of Nigerian students’ use of technology in their educational activities. The study was carried out using mixed method analysis (Quantitative and Qualitative method) involving Nigerian students and Instructors at the Eastern Mediterranean University (EMU), North Cyprus. Data was collected from the Nigerian students pursuing their academic career in EMU with the use of quantitative and qualitative methods. Interview was conducted with the instructors. The findings showed that the use of technology has a great effect on students’ motivation towards learning. The results the researcher got also reflected on the perceived ease of use and usefulness.