A survey of factors which influence teachers’ use of computer-based technology in secondary schools Lukuli-naganda zone, Makindye Division, Kampala district.
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2019-09
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Kampala International University,College of Education
Abstract
The aims of the study was to survey the of factors which influence teachers’
use of computer-based technology in secondary schools in Lukuli-Naganda
zone, Makindye division, Kampala district Uganda. It was based on the
following objectives: To examine the factors which influence teachers’ use of
computer-based technology in teaching computer studies, to assess the current
practices in the use of computer-based technology since the previous studies
were conducted, and to assess availability of instructional materials in teaching
of computer studies.
The research design was cross sectional, both qualitative and quantitative data
were collected to get a clear understanding of the factors which influence
teachers’ use of computer-based technology in teaching computer studies.
Purposive sampling technique was used to get information from teachers. Data
was collected by use of questionnaires, frequency tables and graphs were
worked out basing on the data entered into excel package. In this frequency
tables and graphs, analysis was done with corresponding percentages in
response to the research question of the study.
This survey found that computer access in the classroom influenced the
frequency of use for some instructional activities. Lack of Internet access and
obsolete computer equipment resulted in a negative influence to the teacher’s
use of computer-based technology in the classroom. Teachers also expressed a
desire for a continuous type of training program for the use of computer
Description
A research report submitted to the faculty of education in
partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Award of
the Bachelors of science with Education of Kampala International University
Keywords
Teachers, Computer -based, secondary schools, Makindye Divison