The use of ICT to overcome class size in teaching reading comprehension

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• Introduction
• Chapter 1: Research problem
• Chapter II: Review of literature
  • 2.1 ICT- Information and Communication Technology
    • Definition
    • Types of ICT tools
  • 2.2- Implementing ICT in the classroom
    • Issues and challenges in implementing ICT in classroom
    • Barriers associated with Teachers' Adoption of ICT
  • 2.3 Overcrowded classes
    • Class size effects on teaching and learning
    • Academic Performance and students achievement
    • Class and student management
    • Teacher Retention
    • Coping with overcrowded classes
  • 2.4- ICT and the teaching of reading comprehension
• Chapter 3: Class observation
• Chapter 4: Reflections

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research paper aims to investigate the challenges associated with teaching reading comprehension in large classrooms and explore the potential of ICT tools to address these difficulties and enhance students' reading comprehension skills. The study also seeks to identify and examine the specific ways in which ICT can be effectively integrated into the teaching of reading comprehension in large classes, highlighting the benefits and potential drawbacks of this approach.

• Challenges of teaching reading comprehension in large classes
• The role of ICT in overcoming these challenges
• The impact of ICT on students' reading comprehension skills
• The use of ICT tools for vocabulary building and usage
• The benefits and drawbacks of integrating ICT into reading comprehension instruction

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The study begins by outlining the research problem, focusing on the difficulties encountered in teaching reading comprehension in classrooms with a high student-to-teacher ratio. The subsequent chapter, "Review of Literature," delves into the theoretical and practical aspects of ICT, its implementation in educational settings, and its specific relevance to teaching reading comprehension. This section also explores the challenges posed by overcrowded classes, including their impact on teaching and learning, student achievement, and teacher retention. The study then moves on to analyze observations from real-world classrooms, providing concrete examples of how ICT tools can be used to address the challenges of teaching reading comprehension in large classes. Finally, the study concludes by summarizing the key findings, highlighting the potential benefits and considerations for educators in using ICT to enhance reading comprehension in large classroom settings.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This research paper focuses on the intersection of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and reading comprehension instruction in large classes. Key themes include the challenges associated with overcrowded classes, the potential of ICT to enhance reading comprehension skills, and the specific tools and strategies for implementing ICT in educational settings. The study also considers the impact of ICT on vocabulary development and the overall effectiveness of teaching reading comprehension within the context of large class sizes.