EFL Teachers Attitudes Toward Using ICT In Teaching English As A Foreign Language

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to find out the attitudes of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers towards using ICT in teaching English and to understand the factors that influence such attitudes and the problems that haunt teachers in integrating technology into their classrooms. A questionnaire was used as the primary data collection tool with sample of 50 EFL teachers to whom a quantitative methodology was applied. The questionnaire asked multiple choice question, Likert scale to assess if the participants were agreeing with the statements of both ICT importance, challenges attached to it, as well as its impact on teaching and learning.

This study shows that most of the teachers have positive views towards ICT usage in English language teaching as an effective and efficient means to create a quality learning and motivation teaching environment. However, various challenges were identified, ranging from not having enough technological infrastructure or technology training, to a failure to adapt to new technologies and a belief, based on traditional pedagogical beliefs, and subsequent fear of exploring new technologies.

The study suggests that continued professional development programs for teachers to enhance their technical skills, as well as upgrading technological infrastructure in schools, and encouraging educators to promote a culture of innovation and collaboration that would promote ICT integration. The long-term impact of ICT on student achievement need further research in the future to better understand the potential of ICT and which strategy should be developed to overcome the existing barriers