Reflective Study on the Shift of Teachers’ Perception Towards ICT Integration in English Teaching
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https://doi.org/10.57125/FED.2024.09.25.03Keywords:
Reflective study, teachers’ perception, ICT in teaching, English teachingAbstract
This reflective study investigated the transformation of English language teachers' perceptions of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) integration into English teaching throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Two groups of English instructors from junior and senior high schools in Jepara Regency and Semarang City participated in this study. Data collecting methods included surveys and interviews. The findings indicated a considerable shift in teachers' views towards ICT integration, from a stage of limited integration before the pandemic, where its use was not widespread, to becoming an essential tool during the pandemic, relied upon as the main mode of instruction. Following the pandemic, there was a reevaluation of its significance and priority, leading to a reassessment of its role in education and teaching methodologies. After the pandemic, ICT integration has become essential for both online and hybrid learning and has gained widespread recognition for its importance in education. During the COVID-19 outbreak, online learning became the main way of teaching. After the pandemic, some teachers went back to in-person classes, but the use of technology remained important. This shows that teachers still need good training to use technology well. The findings indicated that many forms of technology for teaching are hard for both Indonesian students and teachers. Hence, it indicated the vital role of continuous training and support for educators to adjust and adapt their ICT integration into teaching English. By providing ongoing learning opportunities and assistance, teachers can better adapt to the changing educational environment which makes schools better for both students and teachers.
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