The integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the teaching of fashion and fabrics.
Fashion and fabrics (FF) currently rely on traditional teaching methods, yet there is a clear need and significant potential to explore ICT integration within the curriculum. This study investigated the readiness, attitudes, and knowledge of FF teachers regarding ICT integration. Employing a pragmat...
| Publicado en: | Legon Journal of the Humanities Vol. 36; no. 2; pp. 111 - 140 |
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2025
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| fields | @attributes: recordID: 1 pdfLink: plink: https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=hlh&AN=190289502&site=ehost-live header: @attributes: shortDbName: hlh uiTerm: 190289502 longDbName: Humanities International Complete uiTag: AN controlInfo: bkinfo: jinfo: jid: 08550050 TD2 jtl: Legon Journal of the Humanities issn: 08550050 maglogo: N pubinfo: dt: 2025 vid: 36 iid: 2 pid: 67187 pub: Pluto Journals artinfo: ui: 190289502 10.4314/ljh.v36i2.4 ppf: 111 ppct: 29 formats: fmt: @attributes: type: P size: 9MB tig: atl: The integration of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) in the teaching of fashion and fabrics. aug: au: Mabuza, Dumisa C. Nxumalo, Chakazile S. Dlamini, Mbuyazwe M. Makumane, Makhulu A. affil: Senior Lecturer University of Eswatini, Department of Consumer Science Education and Community Development. Student Researcher University of Eswatini, Department of Consumer Science Education and Community Development. Senior Lecturer University of Eswatini Department of Agricultural Education and Extension. Senior Lecturer National University of Lesotho Language and Social Education (LASED). su: Information & communication technologies Fashion Student engagement sug: subj: Information & communication technologies Fashion Student engagement keyword: change fashion and fabrics ICT integration teachers’ preparedness ab: Fashion and fabrics (FF) currently rely on traditional teaching methods, yet there is a clear need and significant potential to explore ICT integration within the curriculum. This study investigated the readiness, attitudes, and knowledge of FF teachers regarding ICT integration. Employing a pragmatist paradigm, a sequential exploratory design was adopted. The sample comprised all FF teachers (N = 54) in the Hhohho region while qualitative data was gathered through convenience sampling (N = 15). The findings revealed that teachers generally possess a positive attitude towards ICT integration and are competent in basic computer skills. They recognize ICT’s potential to engage students, improve learning, and reduce workload. However, teachers lack proficiency in fashion computer-aided design (CAD) software. Furthermore, teacher readiness to use ICT varied significantly across age groups, with teachers aged 40-49 years showing slightly less readiness compared to other age groups. The study highlights the need for specialized training and improved access to technology to facilitate effective ICT integration in Fashion and Fabrics education. It is recommended that government should develop and implement targeted training programs to enhance teacher proficiency in using ICT for educational purposes; allocate necessary resources, including computers, projectors, and internet access, to schools to facilitate the effective implementation of ICT in classrooms. pubtype: Academic Journal doctype: Article src: R language: English refInfo: copyright: @attributes: flag: Y custom: Copyright of Legon Journal of the Humanities is the property of Pluto Journals and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites without the copyright holder's express written permission. Additionally, content may not be used with any artificial intelligence tools or machine learning technologies. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use. item: Legon Journal of the Humanities holder: Pluto Journals dt: @attributes: year: 2025 holdings: @attributes: islocal: N |
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