Applying Technology to Religious and Special Needs Education towards Rehabilitating Learners in Selected Schools in Ijebuland

Abstract

The study investigated the application of technology to Religious Education with particular reference to Special Needs Education towards rehabilitating learners in selected schools in Ijebuland. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The study population comprised students in selected secondary schools in Ijebuland of Ogun State. Simple sampling and stratified random sampling techniques were used to select a sample size of 50 respondents from two public secondary schools. The reliability of the instrument was determined through the test re test method. The respondents' responses were presented in a simple statistical table and analyzed using percentages. The result showed inadequate ICT facilities, poor computer literacy of Religious education teachers, and poor computer literacy of Religious education students, unstable power supply, and internet. The physically challenged students must be adequately cared for in most schools. Their responses to questionnaires distributed to them showed that they suffered much deprivation. Their interests should have been considered, even in most school buildings' architectural designs. The study, therefore, recommended that The Nigerian government should pass disability discrimination legislation and should develop an effective and efficient administrative infrastructure for its effective implementation. Religion should ensure that inclusive and valued education is given to people with disabilities to encourage them to have a valued life.