This research project was aimed at investigating the utilization of computer
software in the teaching and learning of English language in selected secondary schools in
Ibadan. It is an empirical research that is complemented with series of literature
consultation, data collection and analysis including recommendations on how computer
software are utilized to enhance effective teaching and learning of English language. Fifty
English Language teachers were randomly selected from Four local governments in
Ibadan. A self constructed questionnaire on the utilization of computer software in the
teaching and learning of English language in secondary schools was used to gather data.
The data generated were analyzed using frequency counts and percentage scores. It was
found that teachers have been making use of available computer software in their teaching
process as little as they can while some computer software that are also needed are not
accessible and provisions are not made for them. Due to this situation and lack of
motivation, training and provision for teachers from the appropriate quarters, teachers
have been using the available computer software for other purposes than teaching. Based
on these findings, some recommendations which include the provision of suitable
computer software for teachers, adequate training and motivation for teachers, provision
of equipment and amenities in schools including proper encouragement for teachers and
students on adequate utilization of computer software in the teaching and learning of
English language were made.
TABLE OF CONTENT
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vii
Title pagei
Certification ii
Dedication iii
Acknowledgements iv
Abstractvii
Table of Contentviii
List of tablesix
CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
1.1Background to the Study1
1.2Statement of the Problem 4
1.3Research Questions 4
1.4Benefits of the Study5
1.5Scope of the Study5
1.6Limitations of the Study 5
1.7Definition of Terms and Abbreviations6
CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
2.1English language in Nigeria. 7
2.2Teaching and Learning of English Language in Nigerian Secondary
Schools. 13
2.3The Role of Computer in Teaching and Learning of English Language. 16
2.4Utilization of Computer Software in the Teaching and Learning of
English Language.23
2.5Computer Software that are suitable for the Teaching and Learning of English
Language in Secondary Schools.27
CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3.1The study Design37
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3.2The Population and Sample Size 37
3.3Sampling Techniques38
3.4 Research Instruments38
3.5Data Procedure and Administration 39
3.6Method of Data Analysis 39
CHAPTER FOUR: DATA ANALYSIS AND PRESENTATION OF RESULT
4.1Demographic Characteristics of the English Language Teachers.40
4.2teachers’ utilization of computer software in the teaching of
English language.42
4.3Computer Software that are utilized in English Language Classes.45
4.4Problems faced by Teachers in the course of Utilizing Computer Software in
English Language Classes.50
4.5How these Problems can be solved.53
CHAPTER FIVE: SUMMARY, CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.1Summary 56
5.2Conclusion 58
5.3Recommendations 59
References 61
Appendix – Teachers’ Questionnaire used in the Research.6
