Teachers’ Attitudes towards Using Computer and Mobile Assisted Language Learning at Upper Primary Level in Kyso Subcounty: Kitui County, Kenya

This study focused on teacher's attitudes towards the use of computers and mobile devices in second language learning contexts.The use of technology by teachers in education depends strongly upon their support and attitudes.The study applied the socio-cultural theory as developed by Vygotsky (1978;Lantolf, 2007).The study adopted a descriptive research design.The target population was English language teachers.Purposive sampling method was used to determine the sample size of the study which was 72 teachers.Data were collected through survey questionnaires.The findings of the study revealed that teachers held positive attitudes towards using Computer and Mobile Assisted Language Learning.The teachers perceived Computer and Mobile Assisted Language Learning as an effective tool in facilitating language teaching and learning, motivating students to learn and developing all language skills.Further, computers were perceived as valuable resources in English Language Learning class.The study therefore recommends that various stakeholders such as the government, curriculum developers, school heads and Ministry of Education should facilitate and support the implementation of CALL and MALL in schools.