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Students’ views on the use of tablet computers in education
Students’ views on the use of tablet computers in education

Author(s): Ali Semerci
Subject(s): Education, ICT Information and Communications Technologies, Distance learning / e-learning
Published by: Birlesik Dunya Yenilik Arastirma ve Yayincilik Merkezi
Keywords: FATIH Project; tablet computers; technology integration in education; tablet computers in education;

Summary/Abstract: The aim of this study was to explore high school students’ views on the use of tablet computers in education. To achieve this aim, a qualitative research method was employed whereby data was obtained from 16 high school students using one-toone semi-structured interviews and then, subjected to content analysis. The findings showed that all the participating students expressed a positive attitude towards tablet computers prior to their use in education. However, students stated that, after a short period spent on using the tablet computers, they found that tablet computers affected student–teacher and student–student interaction. A significant number of the students stated that the educational content presented in the Educational Information Network (EBA) Portal was inadequate and inappropriate to their level. Also, in terms of the learning and teaching process, the students raised several concerns. To facilitate the effective use of tablet computers in education,students made several recommendations.

  • Issue Year: 10/2018
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 104 -114
  • Page Count: 11
  • Language: English