Research Article
Pre-service Teachers’ Perspectives on One-to-one Computing: A Mixed Method Study
@ARTICLE{10.4108/el.1.4.e2, author={D. Xiao and W.F. Chen }, title={Pre-service Teachers’ Perspectives on One-to-one Computing: A Mixed Method Study}, journal={EAI Endorsed Transactions on e-Learning}, volume={1}, number={4}, publisher={ICST}, journal_a={EL}, year={2014}, month={12}, keywords={one-to-one computing, ubiquitous computing, mixed method, pre-service teachers, K-12, e-learning.}, doi={10.4108/el.1.4.e2} }- D. Xiao
W.F. Chen
Year: 2014
Pre-service Teachers’ Perspectives on One-to-one Computing: A Mixed Method Study
EL
ICST
DOI: 10.4108/el.1.4.e2
Abstract
This study aims at exploring pre-service teachers’ perspectives on one-to-one (1:1) computing in teaching and learning. It gathered data regarding various aspects of 1:1 computing from 145 pre-service teachers at a public university in USA. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were applied in data analysis. Findings show that pre-service teachers consider the use of 1:1 computing in the classroom changes interactions between instructors and students. The positive influence includes enhanced communication and providing medium for presenting materials. Significant difference was found in time spent using 1:1 computing in varied types of settings (F(3,576)=37.70, p<.05). In addition, pre-service teachers believe that technology can influence teaching in a positive way; the use of 1:1 computing increases engagement and facilitates knowledge transfer.
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