Difficulties that Teachers Face when Incorporating Teaching Technologies in Secondary Schools in Madingou District, Congo

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the difficulties facing secondary school teachers and students in the use of teaching technologies. Methodology: This was a descriptive survey design. Data was collected using questionnaires, interview schedules and observation schedules. The obtained data were analyzed systematically using descriptive statistics and presented with the help of frequency tables, graphs and percentages. Findings: The results of the study established that most of the teaching technologies were available but inadequate in terms of quantity. Not all the teaching technologies were easily accessible for both teachers and students for teaching and learning processes. Conclusion: The study concluded that the use of teaching technologies was influenced by their availability, how the technology will enhance learning, knowledge and skills on use, syllabus requirement, accessibility and administration among others. Recommendation: The study recommends the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology should organize seminars, workshops and any other in-service courses frequently to familiarize and sensitize with a wide range of teaching technologies and their potentials. This could trigger teachers’ creativity and innovation in the use of teaching technologies in teaching and learning process.