Thesis Abstract

Abstract
The use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in teaching and learning English language has gained significant attention in recent years due to its potential to enhance language learning outcomes. This research project aims to explore the impact of ICT tools and resources on the teaching and learning of English language skills, including reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The study will investigate how various ICT platforms such as educational software, online resources, multimedia tools, and communication technologies can be integrated into English language instruction to promote interactive and engaging learning experiences. The research will employ a mixed-methods approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. Surveys and questionnaires will be used to gather information on students' perceptions of using ICT in English language classes, while interviews and observations will provide insights into teachers' experiences and practices regarding the integration of ICT tools. The study will also assess the impact of ICT on students' language proficiency levels and motivation to learn English. The findings of this research are expected to contribute to the existing literature on the effectiveness of ICT in language education and provide practical insights for educators and policymakers seeking to enhance English language instruction through technology integration. By exploring the benefits and challenges of using ICT tools in English language teaching, this study aims to offer recommendations for optimizing the integration of technology in language learning environments. Overall, this research project seeks to address the gap in current knowledge regarding the use of ICT in the teaching and learning of English language skills. By examining the implications of ICT integration on language learning outcomes and student engagement, this study aims to provide valuable insights for educators looking to leverage technology to create more dynamic and interactive English language learning experiences. Ultimately, the research aims to contribute to the ongoing efforts to enhance language education through innovative teaching practices and the effective use of technology tools and resources.

Thesis Overview

INTRODUCTION1.1 Background of the StudyGlobalization and technological changes are processes that have accelerated teaching. The past fifteen years have created a new global economy “powered by technology, fuelled by information and driven by knowledge”. The Emergence of this new global economy has serious implications for the nature and purpose of educational institutions. As the half life of information continuous to shrinks and access to information continues to grow exponentially. School cannot remain more vociferous mission of a prescribed set of information. Information and Communication Technology ICT’ which includes radio, television, computers and the internet has been found as potentially powerful. Communication technology is the tool use to harvest the information properly for effectives in any Area of life.

1.2 Statement of the Problem A lot of stakeholders in the educational sector has expressed sincere feelings about the decline of the value of education, the decay in the training of manpower, laxity in the teaching and learning and lack of educational materials in the ministry of education. 1. Some schools are lacking in the implementation of the ICT in teaching and learning.2. Some school due to lack of fund they can not purchased ICT equipments for teaching and learning.3. Some teachers are not well trained to use ICT in carrying out their duty is the class.4. Because of the lack of quality, teachers adulterate the student thereby creating barrier in learning and development of the student. This is the right of researcher to study school in Enugu North with the aim of finding out whether they heave implemented the use of ICT and record the success but if not know the cause of it.

1.3 Significant of the StudyThis study is very essential to use extent that it helps to identify the impact of information and communication technology on the teaching and leaving of English language. The researchers expected that if the suggested and personal opinion proposed in this research work are implemented effectively and diligently, the poor image of information and communication technology on the teaching and learning of English language will be restored and the objective of the introduction of information and communication technology will be achieved.Thus the research work will be of benefit to the following group of people, Government, parents, society, school’s and students of English language.

 

1.4 Purpose of the Study The main purpose of the study is to find out the obstacles teachers face in usning ICT and whether it has any positive impact in teaching and learning of English language specifically, there study aims at finding out the following.1) To what extent are the obstacles teachers face in using ICT.2) To what extent have the society and government recognize the significant of ICT in teaching and learning.3) To what extent does ICT have any positive impact in teaching and learning.4) To what extent are the problems associated with the use and implementation of ICT in research.

1.5 Research Question As a result of the clear statement of the purpose of the research, the following vital research questions are raised to help guide the study,1) What are the obstacles teachers face in using ICT?2) To what extent have the society and government recognize the significant of ICT in teaching and learning?3) Does ICT have any positive impacts in teaching and learning?4) What are the problems associated with the use and implementation of ICT in research?

1.6 Limitation of the StudyThere are many school owned by government and by individual in Enugu state and throughout Nigeria. Because of time and the meague resources of the research, the work is limited to only schools in Enugu North.

1.7 Definition of Terms LAN: – Local Area NetworkWAN: – Wide Area NetworkICT- Information and Communication TechnologyGlobalization: refers to the individual revolution of a Nation that is powered by information and technology.Physical Media: This refers to printed information on a material that you can handle.IRI- Instruction Radio Initiative CAL- Computer Assisted Instruction Pedagogy:- refers to the traditional Act of teaching and learning is the school.Tele-Conference:- The refers to the use of information technology to teach a group of people with the instructor being not present.

1.8 Hypothesis i. ICT has positive impact to teaching and learning of English in secondary schoolii. There are no obstacles facing the ICT in school

1.9 Scope of the StudyThe scope of this study is cover all the secondary school in Enugu North Urban. It tries to delimit the study, that is to point out the extent or how far the study will go