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Publication Date: 2019-Feb
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Impact of Using Interactive Devices in Spanish Early Childhood Education Public Schools
Martín, Estefanía; Roldán-Alvarez, David; Haya, Pablo A.; Fernández-Gaullés, Cristina; Guzmán, Cristian; Quintanar, Hermelinda
Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, v35 n1 p1-12 Feb 2019
The adoption of Information and Communication Technologies in early childhood education is crucial for adapting traditional classrooms to the digital era. Over time, young children are increasingly using touch screen technologies such as tablets at home and in early childhood settings. However, the literature shows that there is a significant gap in knowledge of using this technology in early childhood education. Most researchers have focused on the pedagogical theory behind using touch screen devices, but there have not been many empirical studies about how these technologies affect students' learning processes. This paper presents three learning experiences where early childhood students perform educational activities using tablet computers, interactive whiteboards, and paper cards. The results show that students who used the technology were more motivated and achieved better results that those who used paper cards.
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teaching Methods, Early Childhood Education, Learning Processes, Computer Assisted Instruction, Handheld Devices, Learning Experience, Learning Activities, Educational Technology, Student Motivation, Comparative Analysis, Technological Literacy
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Spain
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