Utilization of Internet Resources by Students in Humanities in Selected Universities in Nigeria

Abstract

Several students use Internet resources for knowledge enhancement and advancement while some use it to the detriment of their academic performance. This study investigated the impact of Internet utilization as determinants of academic performance of the students in humanities in some selected universities in Nigeria. The descriptive survey method was used. Data were collected through the use of a structured questionnaire. Out of 6000 copies of the questionnaire distributed to 10 universities (federal and state) in Humanities in Nigeria. 5250 (87.5%) were retrieved and analyzed for this study. The data were subjected to frequency counts, percentages and Chi- Square test. The finding indicated that the students of humanities use the Internet mainly for academic work, sending and receiving electronic mails, but not for leisure and games. They also relied on teacher's notes and their colleagues through e-mail for information while their disciplines encourage constant use of the Internet. The result also indicated that there are sufficient evidences to conclude that Internet use and academic performance are related. Creation of more access points within the universities and integration of computer skill into the pedagogical frameworks of the institutions were recommended.