ERIC Number: ED583761
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2017
Pages: 29
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Teacher and Learner Perceptions on Mobile Learning Technology: A Case of Namibian High Schools from the Hardap Region
Osakwe, Jude Odiakaosa; Nomusa, Dlodlo; Jere, Nobert
Online Submission, Higher Educator--An International Journal v1 n1 p13-41 2017
Although the National ICT Policy for Education in Namibia was adopted in 2005, immediately followed by the National ICT Policy Implementation Plan in 2006, no known studies have been undertaken so far to evaluate its implementation. This has made it difficult to ascertain the ICT/mobile learning readiness of teachers and learners. This study analyzed the perceptions of learners and teachers towards mobile learning in Namibian High Schools. A mixed method approach, comprising a baseline survey and interviews with randomly sampled learners and teachers from three high schools in the Hardap region of Namibia was undertaken. Both qualitative and quantitative data was solicited on learner and teacher perceptions on mobile learning. The survey questionnaire, which was based on modified version of the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) model to make the questions suitable to the context of mobile learning was used. Unstructured interviews were used to supplement the questionnaire where gaps were identified. The data collected was then analyzed for descriptive and inferential statistics using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The results among others showed that even though that majority of teachers and learners in Namibia own mobile devices which can be used for mobile learning, introduction of mobile technology in schools would only work in an environment where there is a sound ICT infrastructure. Affordable internet access and skilled ICT teachers are also a challenge.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teacher Attitudes, Student Attitudes, Handheld Devices, Electronic Learning, High School Students, Secondary School Teachers, Information Technology, Technology Uses in Education, Mixed Methods Research, Questionnaires, Interviews, Statistical Analysis, Access to Computers, Internet, Technological Literacy, Use Studies, Geographic Regions
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: High Schools
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Namibia
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