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Education and Information Technologies
Published in: Education and Information Technologies 11/2023

17-04-2023

Modern technology adoption and professional development of lecturers

Authors: Afam Uzorka, Shiellah Namara, Ademola Olatide Olaniyan

Published in: Education and Information Technologies | Issue 11/2023

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Abstract

This qualitative study investigated the professional development needs of lecturers who are transiting to a technology-mediated environment following advancements in technology. This research work was conducted to address the increasing use of digital tools and platforms in education, shed light on the challenges that lecturers face when adopting modern technology in their teaching, and provide insights on how to design compelling professional development opportunities that address their needs. A convenience sample of faculty and administrators in the faculty of education at a university in Uganda was selected, and 89 participants were interviewed using an interview guide. The study found that most lecturers view time as a significant barrier to their professional development, and therefore, they require professional development opportunities that are tailored to their needs, relevant to their application of technology, and delivered by trainers who use principles of adult education and constructivism. The study shows a need for those involved in planning and implementing professional development opportunities to consider the needs of administrators and lecturers, and the principles of adult education and constructivism when designing and implementing professional development opportunities.
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Metadata
Title
Modern technology adoption and professional development of lecturers
Authors
Afam Uzorka
Shiellah Namara
Ademola Olatide Olaniyan
Publication date
17-04-2023
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Education and Information Technologies / Issue 11/2023
Print ISSN: 1360-2357
Electronic ISSN: 1573-7608
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-023-11790-w

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