Integration of Information and Communication Technology in Enhancing English Language Teaching in Selected Secondary Schools in Manyara Region, Tanzania.

Boay, Salutary (2025) Integration of Information and Communication Technology in Enhancing English Language Teaching in Selected Secondary Schools in Manyara Region, Tanzania. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study examined the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in enhancing English language teaching in the selected secondary schools in the Manyara region, Tanzania. Three objectives guided the study: first, to examine the use of ICT in accessing English language teaching and learning resources; second, to investigate the extent of ICT use in designing and preparing English language teaching and learning activities; and third, to analyze how ICT is used in assessing English language teaching and learning. A convergent research design employing mixed methods was used, in which questionnaires and interview guides were used in collecting data to determine the potential use of ICT in teaching English. Stratified, systematic, and purposive sampling were used to obtain a sample from the targeted population of 60,588, of which a total of 384 individuals, including 25 teachers and 359 students from Forms Three and Four, were randomly selected. One teacher from each of the nine schools was interviewed, while the remaining sixteen completed the questionnaire forms. The TPACK Model provided a valuable framework for this study, exploring the application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) by both teachers and students, as well as its integration into teaching and learning practices. The findings indicate that, while ICT facilities are limited, the available resources significantly empower instructors to access materials and create engaging lessons. Nevertheless, the utilization of ICT in assessment is considerably low, primarily due to a lack of sufficient resources and technical expertise in integrating technology into English instruction. Consequently, the study strongly advocates for government and educational stakeholders to invest in adequate ICT facilities, ensure reliable internet access, and offer targeted training to enhance technology integration in English language teaching. Keywords: ICT Integration, English Language Teaching and Resources Access

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