EXTENT OF COMPUTER LITERACY AMONG JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL IN COMPUTER STUDIES IN EBONYI STATE
Sr No:
Page No:
32-41
Language:
English
Authors:
CHINWE JULIANA ENEMUO*, UCHENNA F. MUOGBO, ISIDI PETER ADIGWE
Received:
2025-04-07
Accepted:
2025-04-23
Published Date:
2025-04-27
Abstract:
This study investigates the Extent of Computer Literacy among Junior
Secondary School in computer studies in Ebonyi State. A cross-sectional research design
was employed to collect data from a representative population sample of 150 JSS 3
students across six public secondary schools in the area. The research instrument, a
structured questionnaire titled “Extent of Computer Literacy Questionnaire” (ECLQ), was
developed and validated to measure students’ computer literacy levels. The reliability of
the instrument was established using the split-half reliability method, yielding a Guttman
Split-Half Coefficient of 0.9. Data were analyzed using mean and standard deviation.
Results revealed the current state of computer literacy among junior secondary school
students in computer studies, providing insights for educational policymakers and
stakeholders. Among others the following recommendations were made; Schools should
offer extracurricular programs focused on computer literacy, such as coding clubs or digital
media workshops. These activities can complement classroom learning and provide
students with additional opportunities to develop their skills. Efforts should be made to
alleviate financial barriers that prevent students from accessing necessary technology in
school. This could include providing subsidies or grants to schools in under-resourced
areas to purchase computers and software.
Keywords:
COMPUTER LITERACY , JUNIOR SECONDARY STUDENTS AND COMPUTER STUDIES.