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AN INVESTIGATION OF CHALLENGES AFFECTING THE INTEGRATION OF MULTIMEDIA RESOURCES IN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESS IN THE 21ST CENTURY: A CASE STUDY OF PORT HARCOURT
CHAPTER ONE
INTRODUCTION
1.1 Background to The Study
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) represent crucial facets of modern progress, particularly within education. Multimedia encompasses devices and platforms such as mobile phones, computers, the internet, radio, and television networks, playing pivotal roles in various sectors including health, education, and entertainment. Since the beginning of this century, the education sector has encountered numerous cultural, social, technological, and economic challenges. The integration of technology in education addresses these challenges by introducing new methodologies, diverse models, and cutting-edge technologies to enhance the quality of learning and teaching (Januszewski and Molenda, 2018).
Significantly, modern technological innovations have facilitated effective teaching and learning, enabling efficient communication and the seamless integration of digital tools between learners and educators, which was previously challenging without the adoption of educational innovations (Toffler, 2017). As Tufail, Kanwal, and Badar (2015) suggest, university language teachers should conduct workshops in schools to enhance the language skills of both teachers and students, promoting the adoption of advanced teaching methods. Education expert Sofi (2015) argues that a student-centered approach, complemented by multimedia resources, can substantially improve language learning. Thus, multimedia serves as an effective tool for enhancing and revolutionizing educational methodologies. Advancements in learning, supported by modern tools, render education more engaging, dynamic, and relevant to everyday life.
However, despite the global introduction of these new techniques into classrooms, the effective utilization of ICTs, especially in teaching second languages like English, is not automatic, particularly in classroom settings (Younas et al., 2020). In third-world countries like Nigeria, where English is a formal language, both infrastructural and institutional challenges persist in the adoption of multimedia technologies for teaching and learning. According to Imran and Ain (2019), English language teaching is a fundamental component of both public and private schools in Nigeria, with ongoing debates and initiatives addressing its effectiveness at the school level. Government efforts continuously revise educational systems and teaching methodologies to meet the increasing challenges in language acquisition and comprehension at the school level. However, improving the quality of English language teaching in schools heavily relies on the competence of teachers and their adaptation to new technologies for language instruction.
A significant barrier to achieving better educational outcomes through multimedia integration in English language education is the shortage of trained teachers proficient in utilizing newly developed technologies for language teaching in innovative ways rather than traditional methods (Cameron, 2018). For effective foreign language programs aimed at young learners, key principles should include teacher training, interactive methods, and the ability to leverage the latest multimedia tools to enhance early-stage learners’ interest in the target language. Therefore, a survey will be conducted to explore the challenges of integrating multimedia resources into the English language teaching and learning process in the 21st century.
1.2 Statement of The Problem
It is no doubt that successful implementation of modern technology in education requires a comprehensive approach, including long-term funding, curriculum development, competent teachers, and institutional commitment(Obeka, 2020). On the other hand, there are many obstacles to utilizing modern technology in both developing and developed countries. In the case of Nigeria, a developing country, there are numerous challenges in education, particularly in the effective use of the latest technologies for language teaching, which is crucial for postcolonial regions. As argued by awareness of multimedia in education is almost nonexistent. The government’s efforts to integrate innovative methods into teaching and learning have not been sufficient(Leech, 2017). While many countries benefit from modern technology and teaching methods, Nigeria still faces significant barriers. Outdated methods that are no longer used in developed countries are still prevalent here. The situation in rural areas of Nigeria is even worse due to the lack of physical and technical facilities, inadequate school buildings, poor electricity supply, and insufficient telecommunications. According to Adam and Bebaker (2015), it is essential to teach English literature alongside the English language, but there are few teachers in Nigeria trained to teach both using the latest IT tools. Professional training for teachers, technical support, and content development are urgently needed in the educational sector. Although studies abound on the importance of information technology in teaching and learning process, limited evidence abound on the challenges of integrating multimedia resources in the English language teaching and learning process in the 21st century. Against this backdrop, this study is conducted.
1.3 Objectives of The Study
The main objectives of this study is to examine the challenges of integrating multimedia resources in the English language teaching and learning process in the 21st century. Specifically the study intends to:
1.Determine whether there is an adequate availability of multimedia resources for the teaching and learning of English language in Port Harcourt.
2.Examine the impact of multimedia resource integration on English language teaching and learning outcomes in Port Harcourt.
3.Identify the challenges faced in integrating multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning.
4.Propose practical solutions to challenges affecting the integration multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning.
1.4 Research Questions
The study will be guided by the following questions;
Is there adequate availability of multimedia resources for the teaching and learning of English language in Port Harcourt?
What is the impact of multimedia resource integration on English language teaching and learning outcomes in Port Harcourt?
What are the challenges faced in integrating multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning?
What practical solutions can be proposed to address challenges in integrating multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
H0: Integration of multimedia resources has no significant impact on English language teaching and learning outcomes in Port Harcourt.
Ha: Integration of multimedia resources has a significant impact on English language teaching and learning outcomes in Port Harcourt.
1.6 Significance of the Study
With the findings of this study stakeholders involved in education and teachers will understand the importance of integrating multimedia and ICT tools to facilitate effective instruction. Additionally, it will provide insights to students on how to make informed decisions about how to effectively utilize available resources for their academic success. Also, it will guide parents in choosing the right schools for their children and in supporting school-related activities that enhance resource availability. Furthermore, subsequent researchers will use it as a literature review. This means that other students who may decide to conduct studies in this area will have the opportunity to use this study as available literature that can be subjected to critical review. Invariably, the result of the study contributes immensely to the body of academic knowledge with regard to the challenges of integrating multimedia resources in the English language teaching and learning process in the 21st century.
1.7 Scope of the Study
The scope of this study is boarded on the challenges of integrating multimedia resources in the English language teaching and learning process in the 21st century. Empirically, this study will determine whether there is an adequate availability of multimedia resources for the teaching and learning of English language, examine the impact of multimedia resource integration on English language teaching and learning outcomes, identify the challenges faced in integrating multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning and propose practical solutions to challenges in integrating multimedia resources into English language teaching and learning.
Geographically, the study will be delimited to some selected secondary school in Port Harcourt.
1.8 Limitation of the study
In the course of carrying out this study, the researcher experienced some constraints, which included time constraints, financial constraints, language barriers, and the attitude of the respondents. In addition, there was the element of researcher bias. Here, the researcher possessed some biases that may have been reflected in the way the data was collected, the type of people interviewed or sampled, and how the data gathered was interpreted thereafter. The potential for all this to influence the findings and conclusions could not be downplayed.
More so, the findings of this study are limited to the sample population in the study area, hence they may not be suitable for use in comparison to other schools, local governments, states, and other countries in the world.
1.9 Definition of Terms
Resources: refer to the various inputs that support the educational process, including physical, human, and financial assets.
Multimedia Resources:Digital and non-digital materials that combine text, audio, video, images, and interactive content used to enhance the teaching and learning experience.
Students’ productivity: refers to the academic performance and overall engagement of students in their educational activities.