Implementation Of Ict Tools In Effective Teaching Of Physical Science In Secondary Schools

Abstract

ICT is an acronym of Information and Communication Technology. It is a broader term for Information Technology (IT), which refers to all communication technologies, including the wireless network, Internet network, computer hardware and software, middleware, mobile phones, social networking, video conferencing and any other communication mediums that enabling users to store, restore, access, retrieve, transmit and manipulate information in a digital form (Heeks, 2017). ICT is vital instrument for enhancing teaching and learning across the schools. It offers a wide range tools that leads to the change of traditional teaching process (teacher-centred learning) to an inciting and interactive educational process (student-centred learning) (Muianga, Klomsri, Tedre, & Mutimucuio, 2018). Considering the role of ICT in teaching and learning, a question has been asked “Can ICT applied in Physics education help us achieve the desired goals and objectives?” Scholars agreed that if the ICT is well managed and carefully integrated in Physics education, it assists both teachers and students to easily access educational resources and subsequently improve learning outcomes (Kushwaha & Singhal, 2017). ICT is also effective in improving    academic qualities by advancing higher order thinking skills, problem-solving skills and improving communication skills (Ali, 2012).