• Dr.Md.Tanwir Yunus

The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in secondary teacher education is crucial for enhancing teaching methodologies and improving learning outcomes. However, in regions like Patna, Bihar, ICT adoption faces multiple challenges and barriers that hinder its effective implementation. This study explores the technological, pedagogical, socio-economic, and institutional obstacles that prevent the seamless integration of ICT in teacher education institutions. Findings indicate that technological constraints, such as inadequate internet connectivity, lack of digital infrastructure, and outdated equipment, significantly limit ICT adoption. Teachers' lack of ICT training and professional development opportunities further exacerbates the issue, leaving many educators hesitant to use digital tools in their teaching. Additionally, pedagogical challenges arise due to the gap between traditional teaching methods and technology-integrated instructional strategies. Many teachers express a willingness to adopt ICT, but they require structured training and ongoing support to develop digital literacy and pedagogical expertise. Socio-economic barriers also play a critical role, with financial limitations preventing students and institutions from accessing digital resources. Students from rural and low-income backgrounds often struggle with poor connectivity, limited access to personal computers, and insufficient digital literacy, which hampers their ability to engage in ICT-based learning. To overcome these challenges, the study recommends strengthening ICT infrastructure, integrating structured teacher training programs, promoting digital equity, and implementing policy-level interventions. These measures will ensure that secondary teacher education in Patna aligns with global educational advancements, fostering a future-ready, technology-driven learning environment. This research highlights the need for sustained efforts from policymakers, educators, and institutions to bridge the digital divide and make ICT an integral part of teacher education in Bihar.

PILOT STUDY ON CHALLENGES AND BARRIERS TO ICT ADOPTION IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA

"PILOT STUDY ON CHALLENGES AND BARRIERS TO ICT ADOPTION IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.7, Issue 12, page no.160-173, December-2020, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2012424.pdf

"PILOT STUDY ON CHALLENGES AND BARRIERS TO ICT ADOPTION IN SECONDARY TEACHER EDUCATION IN PATNA", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.7, Issue 12, page no. pp160-173, December-2020, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2012424.pdf