Understanding the Obstacles to the Use of ICT Technologies in Bangladeshi Education

Abstract

The government of Bangladesh has been pushing the use of ICT (Information and Communication Technology) as an educational tool in the classrooms of the country. Authorities have focused on infrastructure- network, computers, even online content repositories. However, even after constant effort, digital inclusion in the classrooms has not been satisfactory. This paper research endeavors to find the reasons behind this phenomenon. Specifically, we try to find out whether or not the educators are willing to use the new technology, and if not why. We have surveyed educators at a number of institutions around the country and found that just having access to technology does not use one to use that as an educational tool. We have also found that educators do understand the need for digital inclusion. However, proper technological support in the schools deters them from using the technologies. We also find that in-school third party help in content development than downloading contents from other sources are more appreciated.