CHAPTER ONE 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Overview This chapter introduces the study about the implementation of Computer Studies Curriculum in selected secondary schools in Dar es Salaam Tanzania. It provides the back ground to the problem and also identifies the research tasks and questions which spells out the purpose of the study, significance, research questions, limitation and delimitation within which the study base. 1.2 Background of the Study The introduction of Computer Studies Curriculum (CSC) in education reflects and responds to present and future of people. It is essential part of our learning and development in education. Today it is no longer an option to learn the basic skills of Computer rather than prerequisite needs for academic qualifications and future development of the society. The rapid development of these new technologies coupled with the world-wide challenge. Moon, (2004) motivated educational institutions to redesign and restructure their teaching methods such as to enable students equip themselves in Computer Studies for the future. the availability of Computer Technology in Africa, there have been several initiatives, funded by International Organizations (IO), for enhancing the infrastructure. However, adaptation and application of technology is delayed due to different factors including lack of funds, power interruptions and expertise, Sahay and Walshan, (1995); Gibson and Oberg, (1997). In East African countries Computer Studies policies began taking shape the early 2000s and had brought the positive
0.34). Findings in table 4.1 indicate that students are not aware about organization of Computer Studies Curriculum. (Mean ranging from 1.92- 2.17; SD = 0.42 - 0.53). 4.1 Organization of Computer Study Curriculum Organization of Computer Studies Curriculum Responses Teachers (N = 84) Students (N = 375) Mean SD Mean SD Introduction to computer studies Curriculum Subject description Subject rationale Subject goals Competences to be developed Objectives of the Computer Studies Curriculum subject Teaching and learning strategies Instructional time Examinations (annual and terminal) Practical Project Portfolio Presentation Case studies 2.80 2.67 2.56 2.75 2.71 2.73 2.73 2.65 2.77 2.76 2.61 2.29 2.76 1.95 1.63 0.46 0.47 0.55 0.44 0.45 0.45 0.45 0.48 0.52 0.49 0.42 0.51 0.29 0.34 0.53 2.07 2.03 2.02 1.98 2.04 1.99 1.96 2.01 2.17 2.17 2.12 2.05 2.02 1.97 1.92 0.38 0.34 0.32 0.43 0.43 0.42 0.38 0.42 0.55 0.53 0.51 0.49 0.49 0.42 0.42 Scale: 1 = No, 2 = I don’t know, 3 = Yes 4.2.1 Skills Promoted by Computer Studies Curriculum The second part of the first research question investigated about skills promoted by Computer Studies Curriculum in secondary school. Findings in table 4.1.1 revealed that teachers agreed that Computer Studies Curriculum promote basic skills on how
Challenges Teachers (N = 84) Students (N = 375) Mean SD Mean SD Lack of skills in Computer Lack of pedagogical skills Lack of access to Computer Cost of using internet Lack of electricity Power interruption Expenses to run Computer classes Lack of computers Lack of qualified Computer teachers 3.83 3.76 3.95 4.14 1.94 4.18 4.15 3.94 4.07 0.93 1.10 1.10 0.62 1.91 0.88 0.89 1.59 1.07 4.15 3.75 3.95 2.29 1.94 3.90 4.50 4.00 4.07 0.89 0.92 1.10 1.05 0.91 0.75 0.99 1.03 1.07 Scale: 1= Strongly disagree, 2= Disagree, 3 = Undecided , 4 = Agree and 5= Strongly Agree CHAPTER FIVE 5.0 DISCUSSION
APPENDICES List of Secondary Schools involved in this Study District Government Schools Private Schools Total TEMEKE Chan’gombe Secondary Mbagala Secondary Tandika Secondary St. Antony’s Secondary Neluka Secondary 05 ILALA Benjamin Mkapa Secondary Dar es Salaam Secondary Jangwani Secondary Al- Haramain Secondary Tussime Secondary 05 KINONDONI Salma Kikwete Secondary Yusuph Makamba Secondary Makongo Secondary Masjid Cuba Secondary Mivumoni Secondary 05 Total 08 07 15
RQ2. What are your perceptions Implementation of Computer Studies Curriculum in secondary schools (Please tick against the statements) No Perceptions Responses Strongly disagree Disagree Undecided agree agree 1 I enjoy teaching Computer subject curriculum in my classroom 2 I like teaching pupils Compute subject 3 I believe that Computer Studies Curriculum is very important for the future of my pupils 4 I know that Computer Studies exposes students to important technologies for day-to-day application in future 5 Teaching Computer Subject is frustrating me RQ 3. How is Computer Studies Curriculum is Implemented in your school? (Please tick the statements accordingly) No Implementation Responses Strongly disagree Disagree Agree Strong Agree 1 We have full computer laboratory in our school 2 I teach Computer Subject twice a week 3 Our school has enough teacher to facilitate Computer Studies