Learner characteristics that Support Integration of Information Communication and Technology in Biology instruction in secondary schools in Migori County, Kenya
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Date
2017
Authors
Atieno, Eunice Owiti
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Publisher
North American Research Publishing
Abstract
The study investigated Information Communication and Technology (ICT) use in teaching and learning of Biology
and how it enhances students’ achievement in Migori County, Kenya. It employed descriptive survey design which
utilized stratified, simple random and purposive sampling techniques. The theoretical underpinning for the study
was that learners conceptualize and internalize best their surroundings through interactive learning. The study
targeted teachers, students, principals, Sub County Education Officers and County Director of Education. A sample
size of twenty four (24) secondary schools was used. The objective was to investigate challenges students face in
ICT integration in Biology instruction. Research instruments included; questionnaire, Observation schedules and
ICT resource checklists. Data was analyzed through Descriptive and Inferential statistical procedures. The major
findings included: students did not use ICT, poor ICT infrastructures, inadequate resources and lack of streamlined
guide to ICT use. Major conclusions made included: large number of students in classes, inaccessibility to ICT
resources, absence of streamlined guide to ICT integration, lack of digital content, information overload and pace of
change, inadequate modeling of pedagogical uses of ICT integration.
Description
A research article published in North American Open Educational Research Journal
Keywords
Learner, Characteristic, Support, Technology, Integration
Citation
Owiti, A. E. Learner characteristics that Support Integration of Information Communication and Technology in Biology instruction in secondary schools in Migori County, Kenya.