Using computers for teaching English as a second language in the foundation phase : a case study of a primary school in KwaZulu-Natal.

Abstract

This is a one module report on the impact of using computers for teaching English as a second language in the foundation phase in one of the schools in KwaZulu-Natal. It aims to test computers as an intervention for teaching English as a second language. The problems which led to the study are further discussed in details as well as how the study came about. The study is largely qualitative and interpretive. It involved eight grade one teachers. All the procedures were clearly explained before the study commenced. Interviews used were followed by the participant observations. Data was cleaned, transcribed and coded.