Perceived Factors That Affect the Overall Use of iBox Among Integrated Science Teachers

Abstract

The study sought to determin the perceived factors that affect the overall use of the iBox among the integrated science teachers in the initial Secondary Education Improvement Project (SEIP) suppported Senior High Schools in the Upper East Region of Ghana. The study employed a cross-sectional survey research design and used mainly questionaire and interview schedules as the instrument. Out of the 162 participants sampled, 155 questionnaires were fully completed and validated. Data analysis procedures included frequencies and percentages. The availability of Information Technology facilities and other technical factors in the participating schools affected the frequency of use of the iBox. Also, the teachers who were equal to or less than 40 years used the iBox much frequently than those who were much older. It was recommended among others that the GES and the SEIP to provide regular inservice training in information technology for the integrated science teachers and that they should be provided with the necessary motivation and support. It was also recommended that the GES should develop a policy which mandates all SEIP schools to utilise and integrate the available educational technologies installed in their schools. It was suggested that future research be carried out on the overall impact of the iBox on students' academic performance in integrated science from 2015 to date.