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Majed Ali Mubarak Alsharidah

doi:10.5897/ijeaps2018.0545

Abstract

The range of research undertaken in the area of the use of information and communications technology (ICT) in the teaching-learning process indicates the importance of the need for such a tool. Paradoxically, there is lack of emphasis on Islamic teachers and specifically female Islamic teachers. This study was conducted in 2017 using a range of quantitative methods and analysis involved 87 female participants who expressed their willingness to effectively use ICT in the teaching-learning process. This study which used the survey research design found that the female Islamic studies teachers had a positive attitude towards using technology in the class as well as their needs to implement such a practice. The study is significant for administrators in a segregated society like Saudi Arabia because it helps them to plug in the loopholes in the system. Key words: Information and communications technology (ICT), teachers’ attitude, teachers’ needs.

Highlights

There is little doubt that technology has become one of the most essential components to surviving in the modern world and continues to affect almost every facet of our life (Bakeri Abu Bakar and Saleh, 2010)
The findings of this study indicate that female Islamic Studies teachers have a positive attitude towards using information and communications technology (ICT)
The results indicate that a range of steps should be taken to encourage the use of ICT in classrooms, and especially to provide support for female Islamic Studies teachers

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Introduction

There is little doubt that technology has become one of the most essential components to surviving in the modern world and continues to affect almost every facet of our life (Bakeri Abu Bakar and Saleh, 2010). The context in Saudi Arabia is unique, both for its historical influences and emphasis on education, the influence of the monarchy as well as various other religious and cultural distinctions. Studies in Islamic education have established that teaching good behaviour is an important component which enhances the development of individual potential in a holistic, balanced and integrated manner, encompassing the intellectual, spiritual, and physical aspects (Halim, 2007). Islamic culture and most other cultures‟ education are considered vital. Education brings enlightenment and this is all the more so for an authentic practicing Muslim. Head Masters, Supervisors and Teachers (in Arabic) Unpublished.

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