LISTEN

By listening to the following podcast (3.26min) by Mildred Yokka, History and CRE-teacher in Odravu SS from Yumbe district, you will learn about why resistance to educational technology is normal and how it often comes from fear, uncertainty, or lack of understanding. You will also hear practical strategies for moving from early adoption to broader acceptance, including reassurance, coaching, small steps, evidence sharing, and clear roles for leadership and ICT support.

WATCH

Watch the following video (7.58min) by Simon Sinek to learn learn how to approach resistance to change by starting to work with early adopters rather than trying to convince everyone. 

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  READ

The following article by Teacher Institute (2023) outlines common barriers (leadership, skills, attitudes) and practical strategies like professional development, communication, and collaborative planning to help educators accept and use technology meaningfully.

 AI-INTEGRATION

How can AI support schools in dealing with resistance to change?
AI can help school leaders and teachers identify, plan, and support strategies to overcome resistance, while building momentum through early adopters.

👉🏾 AI for gradual improvement
Example: “Use AI to suggest small, practical steps based on teachers’ informal feedback to make new tools easier for everyone to use.”

👉🏾 AI for planning targeted support
Example: “Use AI to create strategies for helping hesitant teachers, such as small group workshops or simple step-by-step guides.”

👉🏾 AI for communication and sharing success
Example: “Ask AI to summarise and highlight early successes and share them in newsletters, posters, or staff dashboards to encourage others.”

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