Usage of ICT by Science Teachers in Underdeveloped Regions: Accessibility, Competency and Attitude

Year 2019, Volume: 7 Issue: 4, 1277 - 1294, 15.12.2019

Saefuddin Saefuddin , Fahyuddin Fahyuddin Saleh Saleh

https://doi.org/10.17478/jegys.624643

Cited By: 2

Abstract

The integration of computer and internet
technology into learning activities in the classroom becomes a necessity in
today's digital era. Teachers need to have the ability to use and utilize
computers and the internet to develop their professional abilities, especially
learning activities, which are now increasingly directed to independent online
learning. More careful research is needed to determine the mastery of computers
and the internet of science teachers. Research has
been conducted to learn the use and ability of ICT by science teachers in underdeveloped
areas. This study aims to obtain valid data on ICT knowledge and skills of science
teachers; determine the extent of knowledge and skills of
teachers to implement ICT in the classroom; identify factors
faced by teachers in implementing ICT in learning, and determine
support and strategies for developing effective ICT to be applied to teachers. Research
method using quantitative and the sampling method using purposive with
population teacher and withe review the ability of teachers, level of
education, location, and science teachers in Southeast Sulawesi Province in
Indonesia. The results statistical analysis shows that
only about 2% of teachers stated that ICT had a small effect on learning in the
classroom and that training on how to do it had the most positive impact on
teachers. It can be concluded that ICT training professionals need to
effectively and sustainably provided; continue to improve ICT infrastructure in
schools will have a positive impact on the use of ICT by teachers; attitude
overall very positive teachers to develop themselves.

Keywords

ICT learning, Science teacher, learning process

Supporting Institution

University of Halu Oleo

Project Number

Research grant university

Thanks

The author would like thanks to Lembaga Pengembangan dan Pengabdian Masyarakat University of Halu Oleo Indonesia for giving research grant university

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