A STUDY OF THE IMPACT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY ON THE INTEREST AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STATISTICS EDUCATION IN TERTIARY INSTITUTION (A CASE STUDY OF JALINGO LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA TARABA STATE)

This study investigates the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on students' interest and academic performance in the field of statistics in tertiary institutions, with a focus on Jalingo Local Government Area. The integration of ICT in education has become increasingly prevalent, offering diverse tools and resources that have the potential to reshape the learning landscape. The research aims to explore how the utilization of ICT tools, such as statistical software and online resources, affects students' engagement, enthusiasm, and ultimately, their academic achievements in statistics. The study employs a descriptive statistics approach, combining surveys and academic performance analysis to gather comprehensive insights. Surveys will be conducted to assess students' perceptions of the impact of ICT on their interest in statistics, while academic records and test scores will be analyzed to evaluate the correlation between ICT integration and academic performance.The research comprises of three research questions and two hypotheses and a sample of 144 students were drawn from the target population. The findings from this study revealed that there is a significant impact of ICT on student interest and academic performance in statistics in tertiary institutions. Findings from this research are expected to contribute valuable insights to educational practitioners, policymakers, and researchers interested in enhancing the effectiveness of statistics education through the strategic incorporation of ICT. Additionally, the study aims to provide recommendations for optimizing the integration of ICT tools to foster increased interest and improved academic outcomes in statistics within the context of Jalingo Local Government Area.