LEVEL OF AWARENESS AND ADOPTION OF NEARPOD APPLICATION FOR LEARNING AMONG UNDERGRADUATES IN KWARA STATE

Abstract

This study investigated the level of awareness and adoption of the Nearpod application for learning among undergraduates in Kwara State, Nigeria. The research specifically assessed students' familiarity with Nearpod’s features, examined the influence of gender on awareness, and determined differences based on institutional ownership. Utilizing a descriptive survey design involving 287 undergraduates, data were analyzed using t-tests and ANOVA. The results revealed a moderate level of awareness among students (Grand Mean = 2.73). Statistical analysis indicated no significant difference in awareness based on gender [t (285) = .555, p > 0.05]; however, a significant difference was found regarding institutional ownership (F = 5.973, p < .05). These findings suggest that the school environment plays a decisive role in digital tool familiarity. The study concludes that institutional context is a primary driver of technological exposure. Consequently, it is recommended that universities integrate Nearpod training into student orientation and digital literacy programs. By institutionalizing such training, universities can bridge the awareness gap and ensure that all undergraduates, regardless of their school type, can effectively utilize immersive and interactive digital tools to enhance their academic performance.