Teachers' and Students' Attitude Towards the Use of Satellite Television Instruction: The Case of Secondary Schools in Harari Region
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2007-03
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Addis Ababa University
Abstract
The major purpose of this study is to identify teachers and students attitude towards the
use of satellite tel evi sion instruction. It also aimed to investigate the importance and
impact of the satellite-based instruction as perceived by students and teachers. The study
further examined the major administrative and technical problems encountered in using
the satellite TV in secondary schools of Harari Region.
To achieve the above objectives, data were collected from two sample Govemment
Secondary Schools in Harari region where the teaching learni ng is carried out through
plasma television. Sample was taken from grade 10 students and teachers and data was
gathered through quest iolmaire and interview. In addition to this, classrooms were
observed and administrators were interviewed.
The findi ngs revealed that the method used for the in struct ional design of the plasma TV
does not consider the needs and interests of both the students and teachers. The students
and teachers demand less televised instruction. Eventhough the Plasma TV has several
benefits for both the students and teachers, the disadvantages observed are paramount.
This in turn has resulted in unfavorab le attitude by most of the teachers.
Moreover, the study di sclosed that the implementation and in tegrat ion of this new
technology did not address some of the IllOSt basic and critical issues needed for smooth
and successful operation of plasma TV. Administrative and teclmical supports were not
provided to the level needed and teachers were not trained and generators unavailable.
To effectively and efficiently employ the satellite TV, the method needs to be redesigned
according to the needs and interests of the students and teachers. Providing the necessary
resource, particularly supportive materials related to Plasma TV program operation can
contribute a lot for the successful operation of the program. Moreover, providing the
necessary support and training for teachers could also greatly reduce the resistance and
enhance a positive perception.
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Use of Satellite Television Instruction