The Implementation of Information Communication Technology Policy at Three Selected Schools in Outjo Circuit in The Kunene Re-gion, Namibia

Abstract

The aim of the study is to investigate effectiveness of the implementation of ICT policy at the three selected schools in Outjo Circuit in the Kunene region, Namibia. The study adopted an interpretive philosophy and an inductive approach as well as following a qualitative research methodological approach. Participants in the study were selected using purposive sampling. Three schools were selected to participate in the study whereby, five participants were selected from each school. Data were gathered through interviews. The study established that ICT implementation is still at the initial stage and there were inadequate IT facilities in schools. Furthermore, the implementation of ICT policy was ineffective due to lack of accessible to infrastructure and ineffective due to lack of model ICT classrooms. In addition, teachers in Outjo circuit are facing a challenge of poor infrastructure as well as shortage of ICT tools; the classrooms are overcrowded; teachers did not receive enough training on how to integrate ICT policy in their specific subject areas; schools are facing financial challenges; and teachers are not receiving technical support. The study recommended that the Ministry of Education should ensure that there is adequate funding or provision of ICT tools in schools in Outjo circuit and ICT infrastructure in schools should be improved. Schools should ensure that ICT tools are tested before the lesson by technicians to avoid equipment breaking down during a lesson and also facilitate for staff development and professional development. The study also recommended that teachers should be resourceful in searching for teaching materials and seek help from other teachers on how to use ICT tools in teaching and learning.