The use of modern geospatial technologies by faculty members in teaching geography courses at faculties of education (the University of Zintan as a model)

Abstract

The study aimed to investigate the use of modern geospatial technologies by faculty members in teaching geography courses at faculties of education (the University of Zintan as a model). To achieve this goal, the researcher employed both descriptive and analytical methods. A questionnaire was distributed to 23 faculty members in the geography departments of four faculties of education: Yefren, Rayyana, Zintan, and Teji. The questionnaire was analyzed using Excel and the results revealed that 52.17% of the participants do not use modern technologies, while 47.83% do. The percentage of those who use accompanying tools such as PowerPoint presentations was 65.22%. Those who believe that modern technologies help students understand geographical concepts constituted 95.65%. A lack of technological resources in the faculties was reported by 82.61%, and the same percentage (82.61%) indicated a lack of support from the ministry, university, or faculty. Additionally, 52.17% had received only limited training, while 91% believed that improving labs with modern and advanced equipment is necessary.