Linkage and Advancement Services for Sustainable Digital Literacy Skills Among Undergraduates in Bayelsa State

Abstract

In the contemporary educational landscape, the integration of digital literacy skills stands as a pivotal determinant of academic success and professional preparedness. The study explored how the linkage and advancement services can sustain the acquisition of digital skills among undergraduates in Bayelsa State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. Two (2) research objectives were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study comprised of all principal officers of the ICT units, Linkage and Advancement units, and undergraduates from the seven tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State. A structured questionnaire was used to collect the quantitative data. Experts in Measurement and Evaluation and the field of Education will validate the instruments for data collection. The data gathered was analyzed using descriptive through Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version 26. Findings revealed that the extent to which linkage and advancement services enhance sustainable digital literacy among undergraduates in Bayelsa State is low. It was recommended that the tertiary institution management ensure that Linkage and Advancement services are harnessed for sustainable improvement of digital literacy among undergraduates in Bayelsa State.