Effectiveness of e-learning projects in the emergence of new methods of learning and teaching in Secondary Schools in Tanzania

Abstract

This study intended to explore the effectiveness of e-learning projects enhancing learning in secondary schools in Tanzania by concentrating in some secondary schools which adopted Quest Forward project in Moshi District. Basic theories that guided this study was constructivism theory. The study employed a mixed approach research design under which participatory approach was used to gather data. The sample of the study selected was drawn by using Yamane proposed formula which gave a total of 165 respondents out of the total targeted population, part of respondents from selected sample were treated as key informants who were interviewed and the rest filled a semi-structured questionnaire. The findings showed that the Quest Forward project has largely contributed to the increase of learning resources, knowledge and information, it has impacted the schools with new methods of learning to both teachers and students and the e-learning projects including Quest Forward do prove to be sustainable and so if all the necessary conditions are met then learning will be enhanced with e-learning. The study concluded that, e-learning projects have a huge impact and contribution to the availability of learning materials and resources, it has also shown that learning methods can easily be taught and adapted with e-learning and so, duet to the positive impacts of e-learning projects, they are ought to be sustainable in bringing positive changes in education in general. Although, the project carries merits but it needs to ensure cultural preservation by making sure students cannot access other sites while in school. The researcher recommends that, more trainings providing all the necessary equipment tools in schools