Integrating information communication technology skills in Preschool Education in Kenya

Resource type
Journal Article
Authors/contributors
Title
Integrating information communication technology skills in Preschool Education in Kenya
Abstract
The study aimed at investigating the preparedness and attitude of ECDE teachers in preschools, and find out the current situation as far as ICT is concerned. The researchers adopted descriptive design. To obtain information on the current status of the ICT on whether there was any significant difference in preschool teachers' preparedness in terms of age, qualifications, and experience on ICT. 52 preschool teachers were randomly selected and a questionnaire administered to them. The data was analyzed using SPSS computer software. It was clear from the finding that Kenya is not ready to integrate ICT in preschool curriculum, since the physical facilities, electricity, poverty, trained personnel and teachers' attitudes towards ICT need to be addresses first.
Publication
Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences
Volume
5
Pages
89-102
Date
January 1, 2014
Journal Abbr
Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences
Library Catalogue
ResearchGate
Citation
Kaindio, M. P., & Wagithunu, M. N. (2014). Integrating information communication technology skills in Preschool Education in Kenya. Mediterranean Journal of Social Sciences, 5, 89–102. https://doi.org/10.5901/mjss.2014.v5n5p