Teachers’ Perception on the Use of School Information Systems in Managing Students’ Academic Progress in Public Secondary Schools at Kigoma Municipality, Tanzania.

Luchagula, Paschal Leonard (2025) Teachers’ Perception on the Use of School Information Systems in Managing Students’ Academic Progress in Public Secondary Schools at Kigoma Municipality, Tanzania. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

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Abstract

This study explored teachers’ perceptions of the use of the school information system in managing students’ academic progress in public secondary schools at Kigoma Municipality. The study focused on three objectives: examining the use of school information systems to manage students’ academic progress, assessing the challenges teachers face in using them to do so, and identifying strategies for teachers to enhance their use of these systems to manage students’ academic progress. Using a mixed methods approach under a convergent design, the study involved 97 respondents, including 75 teachers, 1 Municipal education officer, 7 Ward Education Officers, 5 school quality assurance officers, and 9 heads of school. Quantitative data from questionnaires were descriptively analysed using SPSS software version 20, and qualitative data were collected through semi-structured interviews and thematically analysed. Purposive sampling was used for district education officers, ward education officers, and head teachers, while stratified random sampling was used for school quality assurance officers and public early childhood teachers. Findings revealed that while the School Information System is considered valid and supported by adequate infrastructure and leadership, its effectiveness is limited by inconsistent training and insufficient ongoing support. Teachers generally feel confident using the system, but face challenges such as unreliable infrastructure, limited professional development, and inadequate follow up. To improve the use of the School Information System, regular training, better technology, increased motivation, and strong administrative support are essential, along with coordinated efforts from school and municipal leadership. Keywords: School Information System, Teachers’ Perception.

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