Abstract:
The main purpose of the study was to assess the use and effects of Computer
Assisted Instruction (CAI) on the teaching of indigenous Ghanaian Languages
in the Akuapem North District in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The study
adopted descriptive survey design. Questionnaire was the main survey
instrument used. The researcher used simple random sampling. A representative
sample of 100 students and 29 teachers from six (6) Senior High Schools in the
Akuapem North Municipality were involved in the study. It was revealed that
most of the respondents had had some form of training in ICT. Furthermore,
majority of the respondents have a positive opinion about the use and effect of
Computer Assisted Instruction in the teaching and learning of Ghanaian
Language. However, the major barriers/obstacles were unavailability of ICT
tools and software for CAI in the teaching and learning, and lack of financial
support and professional training in the use of CAI in teaching and learning
Ghanaian Language. Based on the findings, some recommendations were made.
That relevant CAI packages in Ghanaian Language education should be
developed; Educational curriculum planners should integrate a practical
computer application courses in their curriculum design for pre-service
teachers.. Stakeholders should transform the Ghanaian Language curriculum
into a multi-media and CAI approaches. Education authorities should frequently.
