The Nature of Information Products for Supporting Digital Learning in Selected International High Schools in Mombasa County
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Nature of information products, digital learning, international high schoolsAbstract
The learning institutions’ libraries are expected to provide diverse online products and services for academic excellence. Nevertheless, there has been poor library support for effective implementation of digital learning systems in international schools in Kenya. The study had a purpose of examining the nature of equipment and facilities available in the library for supporting digital learning in international high schools with particular reference to Aga Khan Academy and Oshwal Academy Senior School Libraries in Mombasa County. The study used a descriptive research design. Information was gathered from principals, teachers, librarians and heads of departments. Descriptive statistics such as mean, percentage and frequency were utilized. Linear regression analysis and Pearson Correlation analysis were used in this study. The study discovered that information products and services supported digital learning in international high schools. The institutions were doing their best however, there were shortcomings related to lack of adequate finances, appropriate e-learning providers and cyber insecurity concerns. The study concluded that the schools were unable to keep tabs with change in technology. This was because it was a challenge in always purchasing computers, installing more faster internet and other expenditures whereas the institution has other expenditures such as salaries, food and beverages, repair and maintenance among others. The recommendations were that the international school management should come up with fresh methods of sourcing for more funds from well-wishers, corporates and stakeholders so that they are able to have enough resources to fund digital learning. The management should liaise and enter partnership with various corporates such as Safaricom, Telcom and Airtel for supply of 5G internet at subsidized rates. The partnership should cover for installation and frequent update of ICT infrastructure at low costs.
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