ERIC Number: EJ1085299
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015-Jul
Pages: 12
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Adoption of Mobile Technology for Teaching Preparation in Improving Teaching Quality of Teachers
Nawi, Aliff; Hamzah, Mohd Isa; Ren, Chua Chy; Tamuri, Ab Halim
International Journal of Instruction, v8 n2 p113-124 Jul 2015
This study aims to identify the readiness of teachers to use mobile phones for the purpose of teaching preparation. The study also reviewed the level of teachers' satisfaction when using the mobile technology applications developed for the purpose of teaching and learning in the classroom. This study used the mix method to collect data. A total of 31 teachers were involved in answering the questionnaire and seven teachers were interviewed to obtain supportive data. The findings show that the use of applications on mobile phones can help teachers smoothen the lesson preparation. In addition, the use of mobile technology also gives satisfaction to the teachers in enhancing their knowledge in the field of teaching. However, the technical aspects are still a priority and influence the usability aspects of an educational application. The study also revealed that the end users' age factor is important because it affects the frequency and usage of mobile technology in developing their skills. In conclusion, the use of mobile technology among teachers is appropriate and facilitates the teaching activities.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Handheld Devices, Telecommunications, Teacher Education, Technology Uses in Education, Teacher Attitudes, Mixed Methods Research, Questionnaires, Interviews, Age Differences, Religious Education, Islam, Secondary School Teachers, Instructional Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Malaysia
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