Mapping and audit of information and communication technologies in Library and Information Science education in Sub-Saharan Africa
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2004
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Technology is a key subject with in C2005-RNCS and is targeted as a learning area which will contribute towards preparing learners for their roles in society and in the world of work. School principals are tasked with the responsibility of ensuring that Technology as a learning area is successfully implemented at schools in line with national and provincial guidelines.
This research examined management of the curriculum with specific reference to Technology as a learning area. The management role of principals is central to implementation of this learning area, including provision of resources for teaching and learning and assignment of technology education to qualified educators.
A literature review was undertaken to establish the relevant technical knowledge and professional skills that the principal would be required to possess in order to bring about meaningful changes and to implement Technology education.
The study revealed that there are challengers regarding management of Technology curriculum and resources to implement the learning. The study also revealed that in spite of barriers to successful implementation school principals have devised measures to implement and manage the curriculum, including communicating with the interest groups.
The researcher has made recommendations regarding management and implementation for Technology education.
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Thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requiremnets for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Library and Information Science at the University of Zululand, 2004.
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Library education--Africa, Sub-Saharan, Information science--Study and teaching--Africa, Sub-Saharan, Information technology, Telecommunication--Education (Higher)