ERIC Number: EJ1131814
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
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Perceived Implementation Barriers of a One-to-One Computing Initiative in a Large Urban School District: A Qualitative Approach
Simmons, Brandon; Martin, Florence
Journal on School Educational Technology, v11 n4 p26-38 Mar-May 2016
One-to-One Computing initiatives are K-12 Educational environments where student and teacher have Internet-connected, wireless computing devices in the classroom and optimally at home as well (Penuel, 2006). One-to-one computing has gained popularity in several schools and school districts across the world. However, there is limited research exploring the barriers of implementing one-to-one computing, especially on a large scale. This study utilizes a qualitative approach by interviewing six senior administrators on identifying the barriers to implementing one-to-one computing. Solutions are recommended by the senior district leadership to help secure a successful and sustainable district-wide implementation of a one-to-one computing initiative. Results from this study have implications that could drive the planning of future initiatives in large school districts across the world.
Descriptors: Urban Schools, School Districts, School District Size, Barriers, Computer Uses in Education, Technology Integration, Qualitative Research, Interviews, Administrators, Planning, Faculty Development, Educational Finance, Financial Support, Self Efficacy, Attitudes, Behavior, Elementary Secondary Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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