This study presents the findings from the interviews, observations and document studies. Although there is no
clear-cut line between the successes and challenges experienced by teachers in integrating technology into teaching
and learning activities, the findings of this study are summarised and discussed by grouping the questions for
interviews into different topics. Generally, participants view teachers who are presently teaching education
technology as being unqualified in terms of integrating technology into teaching and learning. Participants also
highlighted this shortage of qualified teachers as negatively affecting the process of technology integration. For
effective technology integration to take place, sufficient numbers of teachers need to be trained first, so as to equip
the learners with the 21st century technology skills. Based on the literature as well as the findings of the study, it is
recommended that teachers and technology education specialists be given sufficient training in the following areas:
technology content knowledge, and maintenance and technical skills. In addition teacher professional development
programmes should be continuously provided for teachers to update their technology knowledge and skills. In
conclusion, literature indicated the availability of infrastructure in South Africa. This study therefore proposes