ADOPTION OF ICT SKILLS BY TEACHERS USING LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS: AN ANALYTICAL STUDY IN SCHOOL EDUCATION

Abstract

The integration of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in school education represents a transformative development in 21st-century pedagogy. As digital learning platforms, Learning Management Systems (LMS) provide opportunities for teachers to enhance instructional design, assessment, and learner engagement. This study examines the adoption of ICT skills by school teachers in Chennai, India, with a focus on their utilization of LMS tools. Using simulated empirical data from a sample of 120 teachers across government and private schools, the research explores factors influencing ICT skill adoption, including training, infrastructure, and administrative support. Quantitative analysis indicates a strong positive relationship between ICT competence and LMS adoption (r = 0.71, p < 0.01). Regression analysis further reveals that ICT training and institutional support together explain 62% of the variance in adoption behavior. The study concludes that sustained teacher training, digital infrastructure, and policy-level initiatives are critical for ensuring effective LMS integration and ICT skill enhancement in schools.