The Manipulation of Digital Technology into The Classroom Settings: The Various Effects on The Teacher’s role and Practices
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2019-10
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The British University in Dubai (BUiD)
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This study aims to explore the reception of digital technology as an educational tool among teachers. Undoubtedly, the introduction of digital technology into Education has proven essential in a world that is governed by technology. However, the smoothness and success of this introduction seem to greatly vary based on the attitudes that teachers hold toward it and their performance in it. To assess these attitudes, this study has taken the case of one school in the UAE and performed extensive data collection on the aforementioned issue through interviews and observations. In line with previous literature, this research that teacher’ views on digital technology on greatly impacted by their previous experiences with it as well as the support and coordination provided by administrations.
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digital technology, classroom settings, teacher’s role, educational tool