Impact of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on Achievement of Students in Chemistry at Secondary Level of CBSE and AP Board in India

To adapt to the modern scientific world and comprehend an environment where science and industrial technology play increasingly vital roles, individuals require a strong foundation in science. The basic scientific knowledge acquired during formal schooling is no longer sufficient. Education, both in terms of knowledge and methodology, must therefore extend throughout one’s professional life, making learning a lifelong process. The rising demand for scientific knowledge and training, driven by the advancement of modern society and the rapid expansion of education, has been well recognized. Addressing this need logically calls for the adoption of advanced educational technologies, particularly the widespread use of tools such as television, the internet, and multimedia. In this context, the present study explored the influence of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) on students achievement in Chemistry at the secondary level. For this purpose, a list of CBSE and A.P Board secondary schools was prepared, from which four institutions were selected using the lottery method. The selected schools were then divided into two groups experimental and control groups. Data were collected in two phases, through pre-test and post-test scores obtained from an achievement test in Chemistry. The data were subsequently analyzed quantitatively using statistical methods such as mean, standard deviation, and t-test.