Information Communication Technology (ICT) in Teaching and Learning Process: An Enhancement or Teacher Replacement, Dilemma

Abstract

This research investigated the views of teachers concerning the integration of ICTs in the teaching and learning process. The main objective of this study was to find out if teachers feels that the introduction of ICTs in the process of teaching might be a threat to their jobs. This research was guided by the two theories namely; Diffusion of Innovations theory by Rogers (2003) and Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) by Davis (2003). This study examines the role of a teacher in the ICTs integration process in schools, the importance of ICTs in the modern day education and the current challenges facing implementation of ICT integration in Kenyan schools. Qualitative research Method was used to collect data. This method uses language as its raw material and it aims to study people’s thoughts, experiences and feelings. This study adopted three qualitative self-report instruments to collect data namely; Observation method, Focus group discussions and oral interviews. Results revealed that; teachers are confident that their job is secured due to the scarcity of ICTs in schools and their unique intuitional abilities which is core in learning cannot be taken away by technology. Results also revealed that teacher’s involvement takes place at all stages of teaching and learning.