EFFECTS OF DIGITAL LITERACY ON ADULT LEARNERS' PERORMANCE IN LITERACY CENTERS IN AKURE SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF ONDO STATE

The study investigating the effects of digital literacy on adult learners' performance in literacy centers in Akure South, Ondo State. The increasing integration of technology in daily life has proof the necessity for digital literacy, particularly among adult learners in Nigeria. In Akure South Local Government Area, Ondo State, the role of digital literacy in enhancing educational outcomes within literacy centers has become a focal point for research and educational policy. As adults seek to improve their skills and knowledge in an ever-evolving digital landscape, understanding how digital literacy impacts their learning performance is crucial. Digital literacy consist the ability to effectively use digital tools and resources to access, evaluate, and communicate information. For adult learners, these skills are essential not only for academic success but also for personal and professional development. The advent of online learning platforms and digital resources has transformed traditional educational methods, enabling more interactive and engaging learning experiences. However, many adult learners face challenges such as limited access to technology and inadequate training, which can hinder their ability to fully benefit from these advancements. The research questions focused of the study include to examine how adult education programme contribute to the promotion of digital literacy and the impact on learners' academic achievements, factors that improve the effective use of digital tools and resources in adult literacy classes, assess adult learners' view regarding the use of digital tools for learning and how these view influence their performance, examine the challenges faced by adult educators in integrating digital literacy into their teaching practices. The instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire. The questionnaire was designed to obtain information on the research findings of the study which was organized on a 4-point rating scale of Strongly Agreed, Agreed, Disagreed and Strongly Disagreed. The data collected were analysed using statistical table.