Internet connectivity
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1.Number of computers connected to the Internet either as stand alone or networked |
Definition Actual number of computers connected to the Internet in any of the following means: dial-up connection, through a service provider, through satellite, etc., in any set-up, e.g., stand-alone, networked, etc.
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Purpose One way of measuring the status or stage of ICT implementation is through the number of computers connected to the Internet. This shows the capacity of the schools/NFE centres to provide access to Internet and extent of users coverage The more computers are connected to the Internet, the more learners are able to access the Internet as a rich source of information. The indication that computers are networked also indicate the level of capacity/sophistication a school/NFE centre has in promoting more accessibility to technologies
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Source of data Ministry of Education Schools (formal/non-formal) Learning centres for minorities and those with special needs
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Method of collection Surveys Access to available databases of ministries and schools Access to websites Review of records, and other documents
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Questionnaire items II.21; II.34
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2. Kinds of Internet connection and speed/bandwidth by schools and learners |
Definition This examines how Internet is connected, such as through: A. Modem-dial up-analogy connection over normal telephone lines with speed ranging from 14kbps to 56 kbps (slowest connection) b. ISDN (Integrated Services Digital Network) –uses digital connection over normal telephone lines using fiber optic circuits and can deliver up to 128 kbps or four times much faster than dial up. Efficient in downloading graphics, web pages, sound and multimedia c. Internet access via cable modem d.DSL (Digital Subscriber Line) – operates on normal telephone line but can be used simultaneously with telephone. There are two kinds- ADSL and SDSL which provides different speeds from 354 to 1,000 kbps e. Broadband cable – uses cable TV and connected all the time and can offer 1,000 kbps download and 128-500 kpbs upload f.Satellite broadband – uses satellite through a dish antenna and sends digital connection up to 128 kbps or g. satellite access sometimes means that content can be downloaded at certain intervals with no means of uploading g. Wireless (wi-fi, infrared, VSAT, etc. |
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Purpose The type of Internet connection used is a measures of quality of connectivity and signify the efficiency (speed, quality) of accessing information which may include multimedia resources that take time to download for example. This will guide teachers and materials developers whether to minimize images and multimedia-based lessons in their sites and make teaching and learning Web-based resources easier to handle. This information will also show whether higher quality of connection and strengthened bandwidth is affordable or not to countries.
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Source of data
MOE School records ISPs; Commercial companies
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Method of collection Analysis of records Interviews
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Questionnaire items II.32
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3. Number of hours in a month used by schools accessing the Internet in a month |
Definition Over a one-month period, indicate the average hour the school/NFE centre accesses the Internet x number of terminals
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Purpose This indicates the extent to which Internet is being used in schools/NFE centres and will enable planners to design their ICT-based lessons and teaching/learning materials accordingly and how teachers can maximize online resources to support their teaching
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Source of data
Schools ICT Department and computer maintenance personnel Heads of computer services department/units/section is a school (formal/non-formal), learning centres, etc.
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Method of collection Surveys Access to available databases of ministries and schools Access to websites Review of records, and other documents Interviews |
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Questionnaire items II.33
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4. Source of payment for Internet connection |
Definition This examines whether Internet connection is provided free of charge or subsidized through tuition fees or local government or other sources |
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Purpose To determine how such fees or payment deter from accessing or using Internet-based information resources regularly or how affordable/unaffordable the use of Internet is for a number of users
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Source of data Ministry of Education Schools (formal/non-formal) Learning centres for minorities and those with special needs
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Method of collection Review of records of payment Surveys
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Questionnaire items II. 35
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5. Access, use or possession of e-mail and websites by no. of schools; no. of teachers and other staff (principal); and learners |
Definition This indicates number of schools, teachers, principals, learners with e-mail and websites developed and maintained by them
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Purpose Schools/NFE centres with websites would indicate the stage of technology advancement they are in and level of ICT usage in schools by teachers and learners. The number of teachers and learners having their email and websites also signify level of sophistication of ICT use in schools/NFE centres and will enable planners and materials developers to mobilize and maximize more Web-based resources and online learning
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Source of data School
heads / Teachers/learners
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Method of collection Surveys Access to available databases of ministries and schools Access to websites Review of records, and other documents Interviews
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Questionnaire items II.36 III.28; III.29 IV.25
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