CHALLENGES AND PANACEA FOR THE UTILIZATION OF E-LEARNING IN THE TEACHING AND LEARNING OF BIOLOGY IN FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE

Abstract

This study examined the challenges and potential solutions associated with the utilization of e-learning in the teaching and learning of biology at the Federal College of Education, Abeokuta, Ogun State. Using a descriptive survey design, a total of 150 biology students were selected across three levels (100–300) through stratified random sampling. Data were collected via structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings revealed a positive perception of e-learning's impact on motivation, skill development, and student engagement. However, several challenges were identified, including inadequate funding, unstable electricity, high data costs, and limited access to ICT tools. The study recommends improvements in infrastructure, ICT skill development, provision of subsidized learning tools, and policy interventions to enhance the effective integration of e-learning in biology education.