Availability and Utilization of Computer System and Their Accessories in the Teaching and Learning of Computer Studies
Abstract
The study aimed at examining the availability and utilization of computer system and their accessories in the teaching and learning of computer studies in secondary schools in Ibesikpo Asuta n Local Government Area. Two research questions were raised in order to guide the study. Descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised of computer science teachers and senior secondary two (SS2) students in all the public secondary schools in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. Five schools were sampled using simple random sampling technique. A random selection of one (1) computer studies teacher and nine (9) senior secondary two (SS2) students make up ten (10) respondents formed sample size for the study. Instrument used for the collection of the data in the study was a checklist and questionnaire. Data collected were analyzed using simple percentage (%). Result indicates that availability and utilization of computer system and their accessories influence the teaching and learning of computer studies in secondary schools in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area. It is recommended among others that, Government should provide schools with a steady power supply for the effective utilization of those aforementioned accessories.
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to the Study
The importance of computer in the teaching and learning cannot be overemphasized, computer as a veritable tool and bedrock of information and communication technology (ICT) has influence the teaching and learning of computer positively, effective teaching/learning of computer science depends greatly on the extent of availability of computer system an their accessories (Aneke, 2005)
Computer is an integral part of ICT is a technology that has brought the world into a global village. It has revolutionaries responds to a specific set of instruction in a well defined manner and also in education aspect.
Computer uses multi-electronic resources to collect, process, store, retrieve and transmit or disseminate information all aspect of human endeavour. The introduction of computer into the educational system has had obvious impact in the curriculum.
Computers are useful in teaching and learning because of implications of reality, it makes the work easier for example, computer is used in making clarify and understanding of complex concept in different subjects. Computer help students learn better by enhancing their learning environment and increasing learning resources. Ochoy & Ukwumenu (2011). Maintained that the capacity to produce higher interactive potentials for users to develop individual intellectual and creative ability.
The evolution of microcomputers in the classroom had been influenced by many factors Candau, Santos & Sanchez (2013). Observes that teaches are the critical link in achieving effective computer technology integration in schools many teachers agree that the use of computer technology enhances teaching and learning when computer system are available while the uses of Computer Based Instruction (CBI) is prolific in most teachers with regards to their perception and the roles they should play as they copes with this emergent technology. Wabala (2012) Fakeye (2011).Stressed that beginners and experienced teachers can benefit from the role that computers play; beginners teachers can access a wealth of teaching resources while old teachers can snare their knowledge with those who seek for it.
Availability and Utilization of Computer System and Their Accessories in the Teaching and Learning of Computer Studies
The need for availability and utilization of computer resources in teaching and learning situation is on the increase. Computer literacy are skills needed in the 21st century classrooms and outside the classroom. It Goes beyond reading computer, e-books and pamphlets and even online library materials. According to Aneke, accessories are those devices which are useful, helpful to the operating of computer. Examples of computer accessories are keyboard, scanner, printers, mouse, joystick, projector, gamepad, microphone, remote, speakers, desktop, among others these accessories add additional functions to computer, projector has replaced the position of chalkboard and teacher the ability to share notes digital. The uses of computer in schools also led to the expansion of virtual school program that all students to access their education remotely.
1.2 Statement of the problem
There are many challenges that hinder the process of using computer in the classroom. However, when effectively used computers have a dramatic effect on teachers and learners as concluded by (Reid & Rushton 2011).Where computers are not used effectively they do not add value to teaching and learning. the role played by computer in the teaching of computer science in secondary schools is not obvious. Candau, et al 2013.observes that teachers are the critical link in achieving effective computer technology integration in schools positive teacher attitude encourages the use of computers while a negative one hinders their use in the teaching and learning environment. The researcher therefore sought to reveal weather it is worth while using computers in teaching and learning of computer science where they are available and accessible to teachers and learners.
In order to enhance effective program running in the system for the purpose of this work, the researcher has put few questions to enable to set information at the course of the investigation.
Computer system is the best approach to the studying of practical aspects, then why are there less computer system in the computer laboratory in the school? Why is it that the accessories are not available to teachers and learners and whether they used them for teaching and learning of computer science in secondary schools in Ibesikpo Local Government Area.
1.3 Purpose of the study
The main purpose of this study is to examine the availability and utilization of computer system and their accessories in the teaching and learning of computer studies in Ibesikpo Local Government Area.
Specifically, the study sought to assess the extent of:
- Availability of computer systems and their accessories in the teaching and learning of computer studies in secondary schools in Ibesikpo Local Government Area.
- Utilization of computer systems and their accessories in the teaching and learning of computer studies in Ibesikpo Local Government Area.
1.4 Significance of the study
The study will be significant in the following ways;
- To the educators and stakeholders in realizing that the availability of computer systems and their accessories led to academic excellence as a means of instructional delivery.
- To other researchers as it will serve as a reference materials in similar research in other Local Government Area.
- To computer studies teachers in educating them on the use of computer systems and their accessories in teaching.