E-CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION PANACEA FOR SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

Abstract

The paper discussed E-curriculum implementation in schools in Nigeria and its importance to sustainable educational development.  Secondary data were used in the study. The data were collected from both print and online publications. Content analysis was used to analyze the selection of literature for the study. The paper concluded that the implementation of e-curriculum in Nigerian schools is essential for modernizing the education system and promoting sustainable educational development. It enhances access to quality resources, encourages interactive and personalized learning, improves teacher effectiveness, and equips students with the digital skills necessary for the 21st century. The study also identified inadequate ICT infrastructure, poor digital literacy among teachers and students, high cost of implementation, resistance to change, unstable or limited internet connectivity and lack of relevant local digital content as challenges militating against E-curriculum implementation in schools in Nigeria. Based on these findings, the study recommends that the government and school management should prioritize the provision of modern ICT infrastructure in schools, including computers, projectors, smartboards, and reliable electricity supply. Establishing functional ICT laboratories in both urban and rural schools will ensure that digital learning resources are accessible to all students, thereby promoting equitable education development. Regular training programs and workshops should be organized to enhance digital literacy among teachers and students. Teachers must be trained on using Learning Management Systems (LMS), educational software, and other e-learning tools, while students should be equipped with basic ICT skills to navigate the digital learning environment effectively.