ERIC Number: EJ1212148
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019
Pages: 19
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ISSN: ISSN-1475-939X
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Teacher Perceptions of Integrating Technology in Writing
Regan, Kelley; Evmenova, Anya S.; Sacco, Donna; Schwartzer, Jessica; Chirinos, David S.; Hughes, Melissa D.
Technology, Pedagogy and Education, v28 n1 p1-19 2019
With increasing emphasis by policymakers, there has been an increase in access to technology within schools across the globe. However, recent survey findings suggest that teachers may not be integrating technology into their writing instruction in meaningful and effective ways. Variability in technology integration can be attributed to teacher attitudes about technology. This study seeks to understand teacher attitudes and perceptions regarding writing instruction and use of technology. Interviews of 47 middle school teachers revealed that most teachers considered themselves to be technology users who perceived their students' writing skills to be deficient, yet spent little time on writing instruction in content areas. Teachers indicated that barriers to using technology included that it was too time-consuming; they had limited access; and they perceived access to be a competition. However, teachers revealed that technology was positive for students with disabilities, differentiating instruction, and providing twenty-first-century learning opportunities. These findings suggest that teacher attitudes and perceptions play an important role in technology integration. In addition to increased access to technology, school divisions should provide pre-service and in-service training and time for reflection so that teacher attitudes that impede technology integration can be positively manipulated to improve technology integration in the classroom.
Descriptors: Middle School Teachers, Teacher Attitudes, Technology Integration, Writing Instruction, Content Area Writing, Barriers, Access to Computers, Disabilities, Individualized Instruction, 21st Century Skills, Educational Benefits
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
Sponsor: Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (ED)
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Grant or Contract Numbers: H325D120036; H327S120011
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