UTILISATION OF LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS IN BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAMMES IN FEDERAL UNIVERSITY DUTSIN-MA, KATSINA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract

This study examined the utilisation of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in Business Education programmes at Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Katsina State, Nigeria. Driven by the rapid global shift towards technology-enhanced learning, the investigation sought to understand how students in the Department of Educational Management engage with LMS platforms, the challenges they encounter, and whether significant differences exist in utilisation patterns based on gender and year of study. A descriptive survey design was adopted, with a population of 234 registered Business Education students. Using Yamane's formula, a sample of 148 respondents was selected through stratified random sampling. A researcher-designed, validated questionnaire served as the primary instrument. Two objectives, two research questions, and two null hypotheses guided the study. Data were analysed using mean scores, standard deviations, and independent samples t-test at a 0.05 level of significance. Findings revealed that whilst students demonstrate awareness of LMS tools such as Google Classroom, Moodle, and Microsoft Teams, actual integration into teaching and learning remains moderate. Poor internet connectivity, inadequate digital devices, and insufficient technical training were identified as the most prominent barriers. No statistically significant difference was found in LMS utilisation based on gender; however, a significant difference emerged based on year of study. The paper recommends robust investment in ICT infrastructure, compulsory digital literacy training, and deliberate institutional policies to mainstream LMS adoption across all levels of Business Education.