Integrating ICT into Teaching and Learning Biology: A Case for Rachuonyo South Sub-County, Kenya

Gideon Mwanda

doi:10.11648/j.ijecs.20170206.12

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to find out the extent of integration of computer technology into teaching and learning Biology in secondary schools of Rachuonyo South Sub-County, Kenya. The target population consisted of students and biology teachers in the Sub-County. Data was collected by use of questionnaires and an observation check list. From the study, most schools had few computers; teachers had inadequate training on use of computer applications; most teachers did not use computer technology for personal growth and instructional purposes. Inadequate number of computers in the sampled schools was the major challenge facing the integration of computer technology into the instruction process. The study recommends increased accessibility of computers, adequate training on use of computer technology and development of a policy framework to guide on the path to effective computer integration into instruction process.

Highlights

Use of information and technology in education is one way through which learner achievement can be enhanced [1]
The purpose of this study was to find out the extent to which Biology teachers integrate computer technology into teaching and learning process
Target population comprised all Secondary schools in Rachuonyo

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Introduction

Use of information and technology in education is one way through which learner achievement can be enhanced [1]. In line with changes in the society, the 21st century economy requires school graduates to be well conversant with modern electronic knowledge, embracing computer technology and other forms of media so as to remain competitive in the global employment market. This indicates that learners without literacy in computer technology are at risk of being left out of global employment opportunity. Learning institutions have opportunity to improve performance skills and enter into the service sector economy by adopting use of computer technology This will ensure that learners have the skills required for the ever increasingly competitive labour market. Kenyan education system is marked with a lot of wastage and poor performance in national examinations [3]

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