Perception and Use of Information and Communication Technology by Tamang Students in Learning English
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Abstract
The use of Information and Communication Technology is gradually being
practiced in the field of English language teaching and learning in Nepalese
schools. It is considered to be of a phenomena importance in English
language teaching and learning. Therefore, the present study entitled
Perception and Use of Information and Communication technology by
Tamang Students in Learning English aimed to explore the perception of
Tamang students of English on the use of information and communication
technology (ICT) in learning English. This study also explored the use of
ICT by secondary level (Grade 11-12) Tamang learners in their English
language learning. To accomplish this study, I used both quantitative and
qualitative approach and descriptive method was used to elicit field data. I
constructed a questionnaire and interview guidelines to collect data from the
field. I selected forty Tamang students as a sample for this study following
non-probability sampling procedure to secure their participation in this
study. Preliminarily constructed tools were used on forty Tamang students
of Kathmandu valley who were studying in secondary grades (Grade 11-12).
I also conducted focused group discussion to explore the use of ICT in
learning English. This study found that Tamang students are positive
towards the use of ICT in English learning. It also found that they are using
ICTs for developing their English language engaging in various activities
such as listening, speaking, reading and writing activities with the help of
mobile, computer, and audio-video. Students learnt English language in their
own way using ICTs wherever they go and live such as school and out of
school.
This thesis spreads in five chapters. The first chapter is introduction of the
study. There is review of the related literature and the conceptual framework
in second chapter. The third chapter deals with the methods and procedures
of the study. Similarly, fourth chapter is about analysis and interpretation of
data. Finally, fifth chapter presents findings, conclusion and
recommendation.