Teachers’ Perception on the use of Computer in Teaching and Learning: A Case of Secondary Schools in Nyagatare District, Rwanda

Abstract

The study sought to establish teachers’ perception on the use of computers to facilitate teaching and learning in Nyagatare District, Rwanda. The study was descriptive in nature. The target population was 74 teachers from which 53 participated in the study through filling a questionnaire. The study revealed that participating teachers appreciated the role of computer in facilitating learning. Teachers rated themselves as moderately computer-literate but schools did not have equipped computer laboratories and therefore access to computers was limited. As a result, teachers used their personal computers to facilitate the teaching and learning process. Based on the conclusions, the study recommends that schools should work hard together with the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders towards attainment of equipped computer laboratories. To enhance teachers’ computer literacy and positive attitude towards computer use, continuous professional development is highly recommended.