Title: Impact of Digital Training Resources on Agricultural Industries' Work Preparation among Agricultural Education Students in Niger Delta University
Authors: Matthew Witadu MICAH
Volume: 9
Issue: 12
Pages: 209-218
Publication Date: 2025/12/28
Abstract:
The study examined the Impact of Digital Training Resources on Agricultural Industries' Work Preparation Among Agricultural Education Students in Niger Delta University investigated the influence of two major digital tools on students' readiness for industry: Learning Management Systems (LMSs) and Virtual Farm Management Software (VFMS). The study was guided by two objectives, research questions, and hypotheses. A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The population comprised all 148 Agricultural Education students of Niger Delta University. A census approach was used, and 120 questionnaires were successfully retrieved, representing 81% response rate. Data were collected using a researcher-designed structured questionnaire. The instrument's face and content validity were ensured through expert review, while reliability was confirmed via Cronbach's Alpha coefficient of ? 0.70. The questionnaire was administered in person, and data were analysed using descriptive statistics to answer the research questions and an independent samples t-test to test the hypotheses. Findings revealed that students perceived both LMSs (Grand Mean = 3.29) and VFMS (Grand Mean = 3.09) as positively impacting their preparation for roles in agricultural industries. No significant gender-based differences were found in students' perceptions of the effectiveness of either tool. Based on these findings, it was recommended that the university improve LMS integration through interactive case-based content and expand access to VFMS tools via simulation-based coursework. Institutional support should also focus on inclusive digital training that ensures both male and female students benefit equally. The study contributes to advancing digital pedagogy and aligning agricultural education with 21st-century industry demands.