CHAPTER ONE

INTRODUCTION

Background to the Study

          This research emerge as a result of the researcher’s observation on the use of information communication technology in teaching Islamic studies in upper basics schools. The scope of the subject is very wide to be covered within the period of classroom lessons which needs the use of computer in order to have adequate knowledge about the content by the students.

          Information Communication Technology has affect every aspect of human activity and has a vital role to play in education. This helps in promoting opportunity of knowledge sharing throughout the globe. Information communication technology reflects revolve three technology; digital computing, data storage and ability to transmit digital signal through telecommunication network. These can help the teachers and students to have up-to-date information and knowledge about Islam. The use of Information technology in the teaching of Islamic studies is very important so that the material taught becomes more understandable and presentable for the student to gain more experience as well as to enable them to make use of information easily.