Preparedness for the Use of Digital Learning Tools Among Mass Communication Undergraduates of the University of Nigeria Nsukka

This study examined the preparedness of the use of digital learning tools among mass
communication undergraduates of the University of Nigeria Nsukka. Survey was adopted using
copies of questionnaire to garner data from 297 respondents from a population of 1305. The study
used the multi-stage sampling technique to determine the respondents for the study. Data was
analyzed quantitatively. The study was premised on the Agenda Setting and; Innovation and
Diffusion theories. Findings showed that the awareness of digital learning tools among Mass
Communication students of UNN is high. Also, there is positive perception and preparedness
among them. Findings also revealed that Mass Communication Undergraduates of UNN are not
fully prepared for the use of digital learning tools due to unavailability of such digital tools, lack of
free wifi, inadequate power supply and poorly equipped lecture halls. Among others, it was
recommended that digital learning tools, good internet connections and well equipped classrooms
and studios should be made available in order to encourage preparedness in digital learning.
Keywords: Digital Learning, Digital tools, Mass Communication, Undergraduates, Preparedness