A SURVEY OF FACTORS INFLUENCING TEACHERS USE OF COMPUTER-BASED TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

The objective of this study is to indentify on the use of computer-based technology in schools by teachers and student in classroom learning. Current literature is  extensive on computers based technology’s influence on student, but there are only a few studies which have looked at the influence that computer-based technology has on education (teachers and students). This is a study of factors which influence teacher[‘s use of computer-based technology; it is based on inconsistency in previous studies, area not addressed in previous surveys and dramatic changes in computer-based technology and internet access using web browser since the previous surveys on computer-based technology were performed. A survey was conducted on teachers. This survey found out that computer access in the classroom influences the frequency of the use of some instructional activities, for example lack of internet access and obsolete computer equipment result in a negative influence to the teacher’s use of computer based technology in the classroom. Teachers also express a desire for a continuous type of training program for the use of computers.