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ABSTRACT
This study investigates the impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on the enhancement of integrated science education in junior secondary schools. It aims to assess the availability of ICT facilities and examines the challenges faced by both teachers and students in utilizing ICT. Additionally, the study identifies barriers to effective ICT implementation, explores the influence of gender on ICT usage, and offers potential solutions to the challenges associated with ICT application. The research, guided by five research questions, adopts a descriptive survey research design to provide a comprehensive understanding of the variables.
The study encompasses junior secondary school students in thirteen Government and private schools located in the Egor Local Government area of Edo State. Data collected through questionnaires are subjected to descriptive statistical analysis, including frequency counts, percentages, means, and standard deviations. Hypotheses are tested using independent sample t-tests. The findings highlight pronounced challenges in ICT application, particularly in Government schools, where inadequate ICT facilities, electricity shortages, and insufficient computer maintenance hinder teaching and learning. The study underscores the importance of allocating funds for ICT facility development and ensuring a stable electricity supply, advocating for both schools and government to support effective ICT implementation in integrated science education.
