Students’ Perceptions of Digital Tools in Teaching and Learning Fine and Applied Arts
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This study investigates the perceptions of undergraduate students regarding the use of digital tools in the teaching and learning of Fine and Applied Arts at Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo. Against the backdrop of the post-COVID-19 pandemic, it examines how studio-based art students integrate such tools in their coursework. A descriptive survey design was employed, using an online questionnaire administered via Google Forms to a convenience sample of 107 undergraduate students from 100-level to 400-level. The instrument captured the students' familiarity with digital tools, their frequency and purpose of use, perceived benefits for creativity and understanding, and the various challenges associated with access and instructional support. Descriptive statistics were used to summarise patterns of device ownership, tool usage, and perceptions across academic levels. The findings indicate that most of the respondents use personal digital devices and show readiness for greater digital integration, particularly where such tools support visualisation, experimentation, and flexible access to learning resources. However, limited infrastructure, unstable internet connectivity, and varied lecturer competence constrain effective adoption. The study recommends strategic ICT infrastructure investment, targeted staff development, and curriculum review as crucial interventions in the alignment of Fine and Applied Arts education in Nigeria with contemporary digital practices and the enhancement of students’ learning experiences.
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