The Role of Information and Communication Technology at the Intermediate level in District Sialkot

Abstract

This research scholar article aims to explore the role of information and communication technology (ICT) at the intermediate level in District Sialkot, Pakistan. The integration of ICT in the education sector has been recognized as a beneficial tool for enhancing the quality of education and contributing to the development of human capital. However, the acceptance and use of ICT in educational settings, particularly in remote and less developed areas such as District Sialkot, need a complete understanding of the influences that effect the acceptability and use of ICT. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), developed by Davis in 1989, is a theoretical outline from a qualitative perspective for understanding the adoption and usage of ICT in the educational context. According to the TAM, two main elements influence individuals’ inclination to use technology: perceived usefulness and ease of use. This study would apply the TAM to the specific context of the intermediate level in District Sialkot to provide keen thought  into the issues that influence the acceptance and utilization of ICT and to inform strategies for overcoming barriers to its effective integration in the region. The research article is composed of the data collected through qualitative interviews with selected principals of governmental institutions of the intermediate level. The study would also draw on existing literature to deliver an inclusive and in-depth understanding of the role of ICT at the intermediate level in District Sialkot, grounded in the Technology Acceptance Model. The findings of the study contribute to the existing literature on the adoption and use of ICT in educational settings, inform policy decisions to enhance the quality of education and contribute to the development of the region.