Dr. Eyong Bridget Etengeneng; Dr. Abam, Oyobo Gladys Tom; Dr. Idaka, Etta Idaka & Dr. Igwebuike, Osedumme
FROM CHALKBOARD TO INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD: EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON TEACHING METHODS AMONG PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CALABAR MUNICIPALITY, CROSS RIVER STATE
This study examined the use of technology and teachers' teaching methods in private secondary schools in Calabar municipality, Cross River State, Nigeria, with a focus on the interactive whiteboard. To accomplish this purpose, two hypotheses were formulated to direct the study. The study employed purposive sampling to select seven private secondary schools, 115 teachers, and 115 students. The study employed two research instruments to collect data: the Technology and Teaching Questionnaire (TTQ) and the Technology and Learning Outcome Questionnaire (TLOQ), which were administered to teachers and students, respectively. Statistical analyses were conducted using an independent t-test and simple linear regression. 05 level of significance. The findings reveal a difference in the level of teaching effectiveness between private secondary school teachers who utilise technology and those who do not in Calabar Municipality, and that the integration of technology is highly significant to students’ academic achievement among private secondary schools in Calabar Municipality. Recommendations: The study's findings, as recommendations, call on School administrators to take the issue of technology integration seriously through regular training of teachers and providing them with digital tools to increase teaching effectiveness. Additionally, policymakers are encouraged to develop policies that support technology-enhanced learning objectives, which may contribute to enhancing student academic achievement. It is also suggested that educational shareholders should provide technological infrastructure and professional development programs that enable and enhance teachers' ability to use technology effectively in their teaching practices.
Keywords: Chalkboard, Interactive Whiteboard, Technology, Teaching Methods, Private Secondary Schools
Dr. Eyong Bridget Etengeneng; Dr. Abam, Oyobo Gladys Tom; Dr. Idaka, Etta Idaka & Dr. Igwebuike, Osedumme
FROM CHALKBOARD TO INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD: EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON TEACHING METHODS AMONG PRIVATE SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CALABAR MUNICIPALITY, CROSS RIVER STATE
This study examined the use of technology and teachers' teaching methods in private secondary schools in Calabar municipality, Cross River State, Nigeria, with a focus on the interactive whiteboard. To accomplish this purpose, two hypotheses were formulated to direct the study. The study employed purposive sampling to select seven private secondary schools, 115 teachers, and 115 students. The study employed two research instruments to collect data: the Technology and Teaching Questionnaire (TTQ) and the Technology and Learning Outcome Questionnaire (TLOQ), which were administered to teachers and students, respectively. Statistical analyses were conducted using an independent t-test and simple linear regression. 05 level of significance. The findings reveal a difference in the level of teaching effectiveness between private secondary school teachers who utilise technology and those who do not in Calabar Municipality, and that the integration of technology is highly significant to students’ academic achievement among private secondary schools in Calabar Municipality. Recommendations: The study's findings, as recommendations, call on School administrators to take the issue of technology integration seriously through regular training of teachers and providing them with digital tools to increase teaching effectiveness. Additionally, policymakers are encouraged to develop policies that support technology-enhanced learning objectives, which may contribute to enhancing student academic achievement. It is also suggested that educational shareholders should provide technological infrastructure and professional development programs that enable and enhance teachers' ability to use technology effectively in their teaching practices. Keywords: Chalkboard, Interactive Whiteboard, Technology, Teaching Methods, Private Secondary Schools