Effect of information and communication technology skills development program on computer self efficacy self regulation technology integration beliefs and course outcomes of prospective teachers

Abstract

The findings of present study have some very important implication for improving the quality of instruction in acquisition of ICT skills. The day may not be far when most Indian students will have access to both educational technology and instructional technology. The results of this study suggest that administrators should place emphasis on building student and teachersand#8223; perception of their ability to use technology with a view to transform classroom practices. In order to encourage teachers to integrate technology into teaching and learning, they ought to be given Summary Finding and Educational Implications 164 opportunities to acquire basic technology skills such as the use of presentation and word processing tools and at the same time, organize courses on the strategies to infuse technology for pedagogical purposes. newline