The Impact of Educational Technology Tools in Architectural Education in Nigeria

Abstract

The study examined the impact of educational technology tools such as computers, mobile devices, and smartboards. The research was motivated by the lack of empirical studies on the impact of educational technology tools in relation to the performance of users in school of architecture in Nigeria. The data for this study was elicited through interviews, structured questionnaires and student’s records. The findings from the study show that the inclusion of educational technology tools in architectural education in Nigeria school of architecture has a significant positive effect on the performance of students in architectural design projects. The paper suggests that schools of architecture in Nigeria should encourage the inclusion technology tools in architectural education.