Effects of ICT on Teaching and Learning Environment at Secondary School Level: A Secondary School Head Teachers’ Perspective

Abstract

The current research study investigates the effect of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on the teaching and learning environment at the secondary school level with respect to head teacher perspective. The main objectives of the study were to explore the use of ICT in daily life and to highlight its role in the teaching and learning process. The design of study was survey type and quantitative in nature. The population consisted of 201 high school head teachers. A sample of 133 Head teachers was selected for the study. The self-developed research instrument i.e., Likert scale was physically delivered to respondents to collect data. Data was analyzed by using both descriptive statistics (frequency, percent, mean, and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (T-test and ANOVA). The findings revealed a strong positive impact of ICT on the teaching and learning environment. ICT was found to enhance the effectiveness of teaching methods and improve student engagement and learning outcomes. Findings of the study identified the need for more resources and training to help head teachers effectively use ICT in the classroom at high school levels. Head teachers who wish to improve their ICT teaching skills should be provided with further support and professional development opportunities. Further studies in this domain should be qualitative and at college and university level.