Investigating Teachers' Perceptions Of Information And Communication Technology (ICT) Integration In Language Teaching: Issues And Challenges

AUTHOR(S)

LEA D. ROLDAN

ABSTRACT

——At a minimum, learning in the 21st century requires the integration of ICT. Despite the need for ICT established in different literatures, this seems not to translate to actual usage in classrooms. Using qualitative-phenomenological research design, this study investigated teachers’ perception of the integration of information and communication technology or ICT in language instruction, with emphasis on the issues and challenges that may arise during the integration. Purposive sampling was used to identify teachers who were interviewed using a researcher-made and validated questionnaire. The study found that language teachers generally have a positive outlook on ICT integration in language teaching. However, it should also be noted that interviewed teachers expressed concern about equity and access. Even with a generally positive perception of the integration of ICT in language teaching of language teachers, they emphasized the concerns about the availability of ICT materials and resources inside the classroom. The language teachers’ perspective implicated the readiness and willingness to incorporate technology into the classroom. This may be considered an important springboard for the effective integration of ICT into language instruction. This poses a challenge to allocate resources in providing information and communication technology upgrades to schools. Keywords — : Information and Communications Technology, language teaching, ICT integration in language