Factors that influencing the adoption of Information Communication Technology in teaching and learning Physics: A case study of one school in Chiredzi District.

Author
Mhlanga, S.
Title
Factors that influencing the adoption of
Information Communication Technology in teaching and learning Physics: A case study of one school in Chiredzi District.
Abstract
This study sought to establish the factors influencing the adoption of ICT in teaching and learning of physics at a school in Chiredzi district. The researcher used mixed methods research design. Seventy-five learners from the school, and eight Science teachers were selected to participate in the study through a combination of purposive and stratified random sampling. A semi-structured self-administered questionnaire, interview guide and observations were used for data collection. The responses were presented, analysed and interpreted through the use of tables and graphs. The study found out that teachers employed several methods to integrate ICT in teaching and learning of physics. ICT adoption has a positive impact on the teaching and learning of physics. However, shortage of teaching and learning resources, technological factors and teacher factors have a negative impact towards the integration of ICT and are major contributing factors causing slow integration. Most of the physics teachers have basic knowledge on ICT integration and only require regular training to be abreast with the current trends and improve their confidence on ICT usage in school. Through training, the science teachers would experience direct impact of ICT integration. The study recommends that the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MOPSE) should ensure that ICT laboratories are established in all schools and furnished with adequate ICT tools. Funds should be made available for internet provision, purchasing of computers, projectors and other ICT equipment. Subsequently, the school administrators need to increase the vote head towards equipping and maintenance of these ICT resources to reduce obsolescence
Date
2024
Publisher
BUSE
Keywords
Information Communication Technology
teaching and learning
Physics
Supervisor
Dr Y Mudavanhu
Item sets
Department of Science and Mathematical Foundations
Media
MHLANGA STELLA

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