ERIC Number: EJ1130847
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Publication Date: 2017-Mar
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Emerging Pedagogies for the Use of iPads in Schools
Geer, Ruth; White, Bruce; Zeegers, Yvonne; Au, Wing; Barnes, Alan
British Journal of Educational Technology, v48 n2 p490-498 Mar 2017
iPads are becoming popular as 1:1 devices in many classrooms, enabling teachers to implement pedagogies that will enhance student learning. Such mobile tools offer many affordances which can increase student motivation and autonomy. Nevertheless, without a change in pedagogy, they are unlikely to bring about any significant impact on student learning. Using the SAMR model, this initial study of four schools explores the impact of iPads on pedagogy and the changes that were evident. Using multiple data collection techniques, the study has shown that there have been some changes in teachers' pedagogy that lead to increased collaboration, communication, student self-reliance and the development of authentic experiences. However, more time and professional learning are needed to bring about a transformation in pedagogy across the school.
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Handheld Devices, Educational Change, Models, Student Motivation, Personal Autonomy, Cooperation, Faculty Development, Educational Technology, Computer Assisted Instruction
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