PERCEPTION OF TEACHERS ON FACTORS INFLUENCING THE INTEGRATION OF INFO-GRAPHIC IN MATHEMATICS INSTRUCTION IN MINNA, NIGER STATE

Abstract

The study investigated the perception mathematics teachers on the factors influencing the integration of infographics in secondary schools in Minna metropolis Niger State, Nigeria. The use of infographics has become popular in recent times as a visualization tool to present data and information in an attractive and interesting manner. Teachers' ICT capabilities and disposition play a vital role in the integration of infographics in education. This study aims to investigate the use of infographics in mathematics teaching and learning in Minna, Niger state, using a survey research approach. The population of the study consists of secondary school mathematics teachers who have experience in incorporating infographics into their instruction. A sample of 20 teachers was randomly selected, and a self-designed closed-ended questionnaire was used for data collection. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including mean, standard deviation, and t-test analysis. The study provides insight into the factors influencing the integration of infographics in mathematics instruction and aims to bridge the gap in previous research studies.