Abstract
This study aimed to identify the role of school administration in activating the use of information technology in schools of Irbid Governorate. To achieve the study's objectives, a descriptive survey method was used. The study population consisted of all teachers and school principals working in the Directorates of Education in Irbid Governorate. The study sample consisted of 265 male and female teachers and 114 male and female principals in Irbid Governorate schools. The study tool was a questionnaire consisting of 21 items. The results of the study revealed that the role of school principals in activating the use of information technology in schools of Irbid Governorate was average, with a mean of 3.21. The results also indicated that there were statistically significant differences in degree estimation due to the job title variable, favoring principals. The results showed no statistically significant differences due to the gender variable, academic qualification, or years of experience. The study recommended holding training courses for school administrators to clarify their roles in activating information technology in schools and enhancing the importance of modern technology. It also emphasized the necessity of employing information technology, particularly in the areas of curriculum affairs and teachers' affairs, to keep pace with digital transformation and technological development in these areas.
Recommended Citation
Khatatbah, Duaa and Ashour, Mohammad
(2024)
"The Role of School Administration in Activating the Use of Information Technology at Schools in Irbid Governorate,"
Jordan Journal of Applied Science-Humanities Series: Vol. 38:
Iss.
2, Article 8.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.aaru.edu.jo/jjoas-h/vol38/iss2/8