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Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools

Mini Dissertation (MEd (Leadership))--University of Pretoria, 2024.

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spelling oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/100437 Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools Aina, Adebunmi pascaletmichael1@gmail.com Du Plessis, Andre Bakos, Pascale UCTD Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Independent schools Information communication technology (ICT) schools Information communication technology (ICT) Classroom management practices Mini Dissertation (MEd (Leadership))--University of Pretoria, 2024. The global significance of ICT integration in education has been widely acknowledged, prompting nations across the world to prioritise equipping educators with the requisite skills for the seamless integration of technology into their pedagogical practices. Consequently, a comprehensive examination of ICT’s impact on the management skills of educators promises to provide profound insights into the enhancement of teaching practices and the improvement of learner outcomes. However, many educators still lack the necessary competencies to use technology for teaching and learning and this poses a problem in the context of the technological advancement of the education landscape. This study examines the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in classroom management practices among educators at independent primary schools in Gauteng. The research seeks to answer the main question: How do educators in Gauteng independent primary schools use ICT to manage their classrooms? The chosen theoretical frameworks for this study are the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and Actor-Network Theory (ANT), each offering unique perspectives on the integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in classroom management practices. A qualitative research methodology was employed, utilising semi-structured interviews and classroom observations to gather rich, detailed data. Thematic analysis was conducted on the collected data. Findings indicate that educators are increasingly reliant on ICT tools to facilitate various aspects of classroom management. It was also revealed that ICT integration has significantly transformed classroom management practices, with educators reporting its time-saving benefits in administrative tasks, improved learner engagement, and more effective monitoring of learner behaviour. However, the study highlights challenges, such as the need for ongoing professional development, and the digital divide among learners and educators. Education Management and Policy Studies MEd (Leadership) Unrestricted Faculty of Education SDG-04: Quality education 2025-02-03T14:57:02Z 2025-02-03T14:57:02Z 2025-04 2024-10 Mini Dissertation * A2025 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/100437 N/A en © 2023 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria
spellingShingle UCTD
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Independent schools
Information communication technology (ICT) schools
Information communication technology (ICT)
Classroom management practices
Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title_full Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title_fullStr Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title_full_unstemmed Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title_short Utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in Gauteng independent primary schools
title_sort utilising information and communication technology in classroom management practices in gauteng independent primary schools
topic UCTD
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Independent schools
Information communication technology (ICT) schools
Information communication technology (ICT)
Classroom management practices
url http://hdl.handle.net/2263/100437