Bridging the Digital Divide: A Multi-Disciplinary Framework for Integrating Educational Technology in Science Teacher Preparation for Early Childhood Settings in Nigeria

Authors

  • Elizabeth Morenikeji Titilayo ADEDIRAN PhD, Federal College of Education Abeokuta
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  • Toluwalope Damilola ADEDIRAN , Federal College of Education, Iwo. Osun State.
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  • Boluwatife Adedeji ADEDIRAN , Early Childhood/Primary Educator
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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71366/ijwos

Keywords:

Educational Technology, ICT Integration, Teacher Education, Science Education, Early Childhood Education, Nigeria, Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Abstract

Abstract
This study investigates the integration of Educational Technology (EdTech) and Information Communication Technology (ICT) in preparing pre-service science teachers for Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Nigeria. Using a mixed-methods approach with 120 pre-service teachers, 40 in-service ECE teachers, and 15 teacher educators from three Nigerian colleges of education, the research examines how technology-mediated pedagogical approaches can enhance science instruction for young learners. The findings reveal significant gaps between technological availability and pedagogical application, highlighting the need for a culturally responsive framework that bridges ICT infrastructure, teacher education, and developmentally appropriate science pedagogy for early childhood contexts.

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Published

2025-12-11

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IJWOS VOLUME-02 ISSUE-12 DECEMBER 2025

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How to Cite

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Elizabeth Morenikeji Titilayo ADEDIRAN , “Bridging the Digital Divide: A Multi-Disciplinary Framework for Integrating Educational Technology in Science Teacher Preparation for Early Childhood Settings in Nigeria”, Int. J. Web Multidiscip. Stud. pp. 186-195, 2025-12-11 doi: https://doi.org/10.71366/ijwos .