Information Communication Technology Through Technical Vocation Education and Training: Experiences from Arusha Tanzania.

Mwenisongole, Christine (2021) Information Communication Technology Through Technical Vocation Education and Training: Experiences from Arusha Tanzania. Doctoral thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study investigated the use of ICT in TVET by probing the general performance of teachers and students in respect to the use of ICT for teaching and learning. A cross-sectional descriptive survey research design was used with a sample of 403 respondents. Mixed methods approach was employed to conduct the study. The methods used to collect data were questionnaires, observation, documentary reviews, interviews and focus group discussions. Data analysis techniques used were descriptive statistics, inferential statistics and content analysis. Content analysis of data started with individual answers, consensus chosen were from different respondents sorted and then grouped together according to issues raised, agreed and then reported. During inferential statistics the chi-square were used to analyze data. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies, mean and tables were used in analyzing data. The study found out that ICT facilities such as simulation practices and Auto-CAD were not enough for all TVET students and teachers at the colleges. The findings also revealed that teachers’ ICT skills were at moderate levels and were moderate users of ICT for teaching. Further, the study findings indicated that teachers use ICT to save time and gain new knowledge and skills for teaching. The teachers indicated such challenges as lack of ICT facilities, support, training, funding and motivation greatly impact on ICT use in participatory teaching and learning processes. It is recommended that NACTE should ensure delivery of ICT facilities for students and teachers for use in the process of learning and teaching. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology in Tanzania should provide adequate fund to allow in-service training for teachers. Keywords: ICT, TVET, Teaching and Learning.

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