Ecuadorian private high school teachers perceptions on ICT use in their EFL classes

Abstract

This study investigates the Ecuadorian private high school teachers’ perceptions on ICT use in their EFL classes. The purpose is to find and analyze the teachers’ characteristics that act as barriers and factors that promote the implementation of ICT in EFL classes. To support this study, twenty EFL teachers of private high schools in Quito and Sangolquí were asked about their skills, feelings and beliefs regarding the use of ICT. The instrument applied to collect data was a survey. Additionally, six teachers were chosen randomly to hold a personal interview and get more information to back up the analysis. The methods applied in this research were quantitative and qualitative. The results of data analysis revealed that most of teachers show a positive attitude toward ICT and they feel confident to use technology in class. On the other hand, lack of confidence and lack of training are barriers that limit the implementation of ICT.