ERIC Number: EJ1107413
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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Modelling Mathematics Teachers' Intention to Use the Dynamic Geometry Environments in Macau: An SEM Approach
Zhou, Mingming; Chan, Kan Kan; Teo, Timothy
Educational Technology & Society, v19 n3 p181-193 2016
Dynamic geometry environments (DGEs) provide computer-based environments to construct and manipulate geometric figures with great ease. Research has shown that DGEs has positive impact on student motivation, engagement, and achievement in mathematics learning. However, the adoption of DGEs by mathematics teachers varies substantially worldwide. This paper described Macau secondary schools teachers' intention to use DGEs within the theory of planned behaviour (TPB). Using the structural equation modelling approach, results revealed that subjective norm and perceived behavioural control were significant positive predictors of intention, while attitude was not. Further, perceived behavioural control had a significant and positive influence on teachers' attitudes, whereas subjective norm did not. Implications for theory and practice were given.
Descriptors: Mathematics Teachers, Structural Equation Models, Geometry, Mathematical Concepts, Intention, Technology Uses in Education, Mathematics Instruction, Mathematics Education, Secondary School Mathematics, Secondary School Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Theory Practice Relationship, Technology Integration, Foreign Countries, Teacher Surveys, Statistical Analysis, Preservice Teachers, Inservice Teacher Education, Teacher Education, Curriculum Development, Mathematics Curriculum, Geometric Concepts
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Macau
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