Nexus between the Place of Technology in Science Teaching and Theoretical Foundations of Science Teaching in Nigerian Secondary School: Past, Present, and Future

  • Christianah Olajumoke Sam-Kayode Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • Saidat Bolaji Olajide Lead City University, Ibadan, Nigeria
  • Paul Olaniyi Olabamiji Gerar University of Medical Sciences, Imope-Ijebu, Ogun State, Nigeria
DOI: https://doi.org/10.58709/niujed.v12i2.2523

Abstract

This paper discusses the Nexus Between the Place of Technology in Science Teaching and the theoretical foundations of Science Teaching in Nigerian secondary schools, from traditional methods to contemporary digital technologies. It also examines persistent challenges, including inadequate infrastructure and teacher capacity gaps, and explores emerging trends such as mobile learning, virtual laboratories, and artificial intelligence applications. The paper suggests that strategic investment in infrastructure, comprehensive teacher professional development, and context-appropriate technology solutions is critical for transforming science education in Nigerian secondary schools.


Keywords: Technology, Theoretical Foundations of Science Education, Nigerian Secondary Schools, Digital Learning, Pedagogical Innovation

Published
2026-06-23
How to Cite
SAM-KAYODE, Christianah Olajumoke; OLAJIDE, Saidat Bolaji; OLABAMIJI, Paul Olaniyi. Nexus between the Place of Technology in Science Teaching and Theoretical Foundations of Science Teaching in Nigerian Secondary School: Past, Present, and Future. NIU Journal of Educational Research, [S.l.], v. 12, n. 2, p. 103-113, june 2026. ISSN 3007-1852. Available at: <https://www.niujournals.ac.ug/ojs/index.php/NIUJED/article/view/2523>. Date accessed: 24 june 2026. doi: https://doi.org/10.58709/niujed.v12i2.2523.
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Vol 12 No 2 (2026): NIU Journal of Educational Research, Vol. 12, No. 2, June 2026
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