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Impact Of Information Communication Technology (ict) On Secondary School Education In Anambra State
[WITH A PARTICULAR REFERENCE TO SOME SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN OGBARU LGA]
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(Rosen and well. 1995; and Thierer. 2000). Most experts in the field of education agreed that, when properly used, information and communication technology hold great promise to improve teaching and learning in addition to shaping work force opportunities.
Poole (1995) has indicated that computer illiteracy now regarded as the new illiteracy is a cankerworm in our present century.
Many studies have found positive effect associated with technology aided instruction.
Mcfarlane, A. Sakellarious, S., (2002). The role of ICT in science education which was published in Cambridge formal of education 32(2,) PP. 219-232.
The paper consider two perspectives on the relationship between the science curriculum and the potential of ICT in secondary education; the first perspective is based on the current English Secondary Curriculum, while the second look at how the role of ICT might be developed if the curriculum were to emphasize on scientific reasoning rather than the practice of empirical science. It focuses on the use of ICT to support or replace practical work and the use of the internet as a tool for scientists reasoning.
The key findings of the research are as follows;
• Using ICT either as a tool in a practical investigation or as a substitute for the laboratory-based elements of an investigation can aid theoretical understanding.
• Electronic communications should be used not just to disseminate information but to create a community of learners.
Another researchers Osborne, J., Hennessy, S.,(2003).Literature review in secondary education and the role of ICT: promise, problem and future directions.
This paper reviews the current state of seconday education, the impact of ICT use on the curriculum, pedagogy and learning, and the implications there are diverse ways of linking ICT use to exiting classroom teaching, including supporting or replacing it.
The researcher made use of observation and questionnaire method. The questionnaire was administered on six (6) middle school teachers and 100 tenth grade pupils. .
Descriptive statistics was used for the analysis. Also the research shows that;
• Transformative use of ICT in science found only in isolated pocket.
• ICT may have a greater role to play in a curriculum that places greater emphasis on scientific reasoning and analytical skill.
Among these is Belts, S. (2003) ICT contributions to quality learning in science at key stage 3. This research was conducted in United Kingdom (U.K.).
The study assesses the extent to which ICT contributes to quality in learning science at key stage 3:
The author considers the meaning of quality in the content of science education and identifies some of the indicators of quality.
Data were drawn from test, interviews and observations; the study examines how ICT affect pupils understanding, their mental engagement and the context for learning. 117Key stage 3 pupils were used as sample for the research. The researchers however came out with the following findings;
1. ICT offers particular opportunities to enhance learning by making more time available for predicting and searching for explanations.
2. ICT allows pupils to work at their own speed.
3. Lessons need to be structured according to the possible outcomes that a specific application of ICT allows in other to take full advantage of ICT.
BETTS, S. result suggested that ICT can enhance the quality of learning where its use is tailored to lesson objectives and the needs of pupils. In conclusion, the author presents a model for the possible use of ICT to increase the quality of learning in science. ;
Also, Huppert, J., et al., (2002). Computer simulation in the high school student cognitive stages science process skills and academic achievement in microbiology.
Huppert in the study investigates the impact of a biology simulation "the growth curve of microorganism' on high school students' academic achievement and their science process skills.
The study focuses on the relations between academic achievement, mastery of process skills, gender and cognitive stages.
The research however, shows that the achievement of students using the stimulation was higher than those not using the stimulation, with girls achieving equally with boys. The stimulation was found to benefit students withlow reasoning abilities in particular, enabling them to cope with learning scientific concepts and principles which requires high cognitive skill. A total of 181tenth grade pupils were sample for this research. The researcher was able to conclude with the following findings. That;
1. Pupils in the stimulated learning environment exhibited complex and integrative reasoning.
2. The simulation provided a self-paced, non-competitive learning environment which allowed girls and boys to achieve equally.
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ABSRACT - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]The study investigates the impact of ICT on Anambra secondary schools. Information communication technology (ICT) has no doubt changed the face of teaching and learning globally. The study observed that, though Anambra is also making efforts to join the ICT fray, these efforts appear to be ineffective. Anambra still experience a lag in its implementation due to general neglect and other factors, comprising corruption etc, and this continues to be the major challenge facing access to ICT-driven i ... Continue reading---
APPENDIX A - [ Total Page(s): 4 ]QUESTION 6What are the academic impacts of computer on secondary school students? ... Continue reading---
CHAPTER ONE - [ Total Page(s): 3 ]Lots of files are also being misplaced through the manual record system used in our secondary schools instead of the Database Management System (DBMS) which has the ability to store and retrieve data in an automated form with access authentication and low redundancy functionality. These summed up to the reason why the researcher embarked on this research work “Impact of Information Communication Technology (ICT) on secondary school education†in order to expose and justify the impact ... Continue reading---
CHAPTER THREE - [ Total Page(s): 3 ]CHAPTER THREERESEARCH METHODOLOGYThis chapter comprises the procedures and methods by which this study is carried out, which include the following:RESEARCH DESIGN The
research design used by a researcher is the survey method which is one
of the best available research design used for obtaining useful relevant
information. It is used especially as a means of data gathering and
assessment. More so, the design of this study is a descriptive survey
which tries to investigate an event in th ... Continue reading---
CHAPTER FOUR - [ Total Page(s): 4 ]Research question threeWhat is the usefulness of computer in school administration?Table 3Responses on the usefulness of computer in school administration Item 11 shows that Computer programs are used administratively to enhance staff record keeping. It has a mean score of 2.90 which is above the cut-off mean of 2.50. Hence, it is accepted.Item 12 shows the student records are kept electronically to reduce loss of data and data redundancy. It has a mean score of 3.09 which is above the cut-off m ... Continue reading---
CHAPTER FIVE - [ Total Page(s): 2 ]SUGGESTION FOR FURTHER STUDIESThe researcher hereby recommended that other researchers may undertake such study especially in other parts of the State particularly in other Local Government Areas of Anambra State so that generalized information can be gotten for further decision making.Other topics also suggested for further studies are as follows1. Social implications of computer on secondary students2. Consequences of not computerizing the educational system3. The use of computer in teacher ed ... Continue reading---
REFRENCES - [ Total Page(s): 1 ]REFERENCESButcher, N.E. (2003). Technological Infrastructure and use of ICT in education in Africa: An overview, Paris: ADEAJohn W.S. (1972). Introduction to computer theory, New york, willy PressLauden, J.P. (1994). Information Technology and society, Carlifornia, Wadsworth publishing companyLauden, K.C. (1994). Information Technology and society, Carlifornia, Wadsworth publishing company.Lunch M.N. (1984). Computer literacy survival kit for apple 11, New york, MC-Graw hill press.Microsof ... Continue reading---
