English Teachers’ Perceptions And Practices of Integrating ICT in ELT

Abstract

This study explores the English language teachers’ perceptions and practices of information and communications technology (ICT) in ELT incorporating key skills. Furthermore, it investigates the benefits and challenges of integrating ICT. The study was carried out within the theoretical framework of constructivism theory. The study adopted the interpretive research paradigm to bring lived experiences of the participants. To achieve the purpose of the study, four teachers were purposively selected as the participants. In-depth interview was used as major technique for collecting information. The study reveals that the English language teachers have good and positive perception of integrating ICT skills as they involve students in cognitive engagement through ICT tools and devices. The study contributes to enhance students’ creativity and better language proficiency in English. Moreover, lack of sufficient ICT knowledge and skills of teachers, limited resources and infrastructure in schools, lack of ICT trainings have been realized as challenges for effective integration of ICT in English.

Teachers’ Attitude towards the Use of Computer Technology in Teaching English Vocabulary among Primary Schools in Nyamira County, Kenya

“…Katemba (2020) conducted a study on teachers' perceptions towards integration of technology in English language teaching and learning in Indonesia and established that teachers' positive perception towards technology is a determinant of successful implementation of technologies in English language lessons. In Nepal, Bhandari (2020) explored English language teachers' perceptions and practices of ICT integration in English language teaching in secondary schools and discovered that teachers held positive attitude towards the integration of ICT tools in language teaching. They also perceived the use ICT as an important tool for improving the quality of language teaching and learning.…”

Student and Teacher Perception on English Language Use in Foreign-University-Affiliated Colleges in Nepal

“…Moreover, the level of English language proficiency among students in private schools in Nepal is generally better than that of students in government schools (Aryal, Short, Fan, and Kember, 2016). Yet, despite the challenges in the English language teaching (ELT) field, Bhandari (2020) posits that ELT teachers generally have positive perceptions and experiences when it comes to incorporating new methodologies in their classrooms. Overall, English language teachers in Nepal have a favorable inclination towards the use of the English language.…”

Exploring the students’ perceptions of the integration of web-based and non-web-based ICT in ELT at the vocational high school in Indonesia

“…English teachers incorporate ICT into their lectures for various reasons, including improving teaching efficiency (Maqbulin, 2020;Rodliyah, 2018). Teachers generally view ICT positively, using it for regular tasks and professional teaching activities (Bhandari, 2020;Khan & Markauskaitė, 2017). However, limited research explores students' perceptions within the vocational school context.…”