An Analysis of Teacher Concerns towards Educational Technology at Secondary School Level in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan)

The study looked into a descriptive research to evaluate the usefulness of educational technology at secondary school level, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Pakistan). The main focus of the study was the utilization and availability of educational technology. Data were collected through survey and questionnaires. Main objectives of the study were to determine the availability, usefulness, problems, emerging trends and status of educational technology at secondary school level. The following results were made by the researcher in the light of the analysis of data. Majority of the teachers were not using educational technology mainly in Computer mediated communication for counselling was not used. Furthermore, Computer is not used in science practical, overhead projectors are not used, and educational trips and exhibition are not arranged. Inadequacy of trained educational technology teachers was also found. Lack of computers, non-availability of internet facility, lack of well integrated media with content as well as lack of provision of guidance and counselling were noticed. The present era is of technology. The foundation of all types of technology is laid down in educational institutions. The education at secondary level plays a pivotal role and is held responsible for the development of society.