FACTORS MILITATING AGAINST EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF SCHOOL RECORDS BY SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPALS IN ILORIN-SOUTH LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA OF KWARA STATE

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to assess the availability and utilization of e-learning technologies on the performance of Business Education students in university of Ilorin, Kwara state. The objectives of the study were to; (i) measure the availability level of e-learning technologies for business education students in University of Ilorin; (ii) examine the utilization level of e-learning technologies among business education students in University of Ilorin; (iii) investigate the effect of e-learning platforms on business education students in University of Ilorin; (iv) examine students’ academic performance of business education students in University 0f Ilorin. The study made used of descriptive research with closed ended questionnaires as the research instrument and primary data were collected. A proportional random sampling technique was used to select the sample size. The data collected were subjected to descriptive statistics such as percentage analysis in order to analyse the data and the Pearson's Product-Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to test hypotheses at a significance level of 0.05. Findings revealed that respondents agreed that consistent access to a reliable internet, user-friendly and easy to navigate e-learning platforms, variety of e-learning tools and resources, technical support for e-learning technologies, proficient instructors in the use e-learning technologies are available. Findings showed that there is a high level of utilization of the e-learning technologies among business education students in university of Ilorin. Findings revealed that students consistently achieve high grades, received positive feedback from instructors, better performance on exams and assignments, actively participate in class and contribute to discussions, and achieved personal academic goals for business education courses. The study therefore recommended among others that while students are generally satisfied with the variety of e-learning tools, continuously updating and diversifying the tools and resources available for business education courses could enhance the learning experiences. Provide regular feedback and additional support to help students improve their proficiency. The also recommended that university could offer additional ix support through study workshops, tutoring, or providing more practice materials to help students better demonstrate their knowledge and effort in assessments.