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Influence of Teacher Training on ICT Usage in School Management Information Systems: A Case of Rorya District, Tanzania

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  • Anzawe Chaula

    (District Statistics & Logistic Officer, Rorya District Council, Department of Pre & Primary Education, P. O. Box 250, Rorya, Tanzania)

  • Maclean Charles Mwamlangala PhD

    (Lecturer, Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA), Department of Economics and Accountancy, P. O. Box 2798, Arusha, Tanzania)

Abstract

This study investigates the influence of teacher training on the usage of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in School Management Information Systems (SMIS) in primary schools in Rorya District, Tanzania. The research aims to determine how teacher training affects the integration and effective usage of ICT in school administration, while identifying the challenges and opportunities in this process. A descriptive research design was employed, with data collected through structured questionnaires distributed to 75 headteachers from public and private schools. Data analysis involved both descriptive statistics and multiple regression analysis using SPSS software to evaluate the relationships between teacher training, infrastructure availability, and ICT usage. The results show that frequent and targeted ICT training significantly enhances teachers’ abilities to use SMIS for administrative tasks. However, infrastructural limitations, including unreliable internet and inadequate hardware, were identified as barriers to the full adoption of SMIS. The study recommends continuous professional development programs focusing on SMIS functionalities and improved ICT infrastructure to maximize the potential of technology in school management.

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  • Anzawe Chaula & Maclean Charles Mwamlangala PhD, 2024. "Influence of Teacher Training on ICT Usage in School Management Information Systems: A Case of Rorya District, Tanzania," International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation, International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), vol. 11(12), pages 347-358, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:bjc:journl:v:11:y:2024:i:12:p:347-358
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