ANALYSIS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF INFORMATION AN]) COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS IN URBAN SECONDARY SCHOOLS. A CASE OF SELECTED SCHOOLS iN MAKINDYE DIVISION IN KAMPALA UGANDA.

Abstract

This qualitative and quantitative research set out to investigate the Analysis and Implementation

ofICT in urban secondary schools in Makindye division. It is a recent activity that has brought

forth a lot of interest. However, there are many challenges that hinder efficient implementation

ofICT including: lack of ICT laboratories, electricity, and teachers’ skills. This study explored

how these challenges affect its implementation. Out of 10 public and private secondary schools

in Makinclye division, 5 were sampled for the study. A total of 34 respondents were sampled

through purposive and strat~fIed sampling. Questionnaires and interview schedules were used as

main instruments for data collection. Out of 34 questionnaires distributed, 20 were properly

filled and returned. Data analysis employed descriptive statistical techniques after which the

results were presented in tables supported by some discussions. The result of this study indicated

that computer are not enough in urban schools, teachers are not encouraged to teach using

computer, computers are not available to teachers and students, most computer lesson were

assessed theoretically and lack of computer laboratory ~ were limiting the implementation of

ICT Generally, computer lessons per week were not a challenge, while Qualified ICT teachers

are ready to teach with ICT skills. These factors that limit the implementation ofICT; need to be

dealt with by the various stakeholders including: the Department of Education, the school

management and private partners.

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