Recommendations for professional development necessary for iPad integration

Fenton, Diana

doi:10.1080/09523987.2017.1384150

Cited by 7 publications

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“…The emphasis regarding the use of the iPads in the BYOD programme was solely on the purpose of supporting learning. Mindful of the need to provide additional support for academic staff, MYP teachers were also provided with an iPad each and in addition enrolled in training programmes to ensure familiarity with the devices, which would support the classroom learning imparted by them (Fabian, Topping, & Barron, 2018;Fenton, 2017;Howlett et al, 2019;Kontkanen et al, 2017). The BYOD programme was also supported by employing an Ed.…”

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A Device Free Lunch Break program: An experiment to promote a balanced used of electronic devices in Middle Secondary International schools.

Andreadis¹,

Watts²

2022

European Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning

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Since the introduction of a Bring Your Own iPad scheme in the Middle Years section of a large International School, concerns have been raised from school community members regarding students’ overuse of their devices, especially during lunch breaks. Hence, the device free lunch break (DFLB) programme was introduced with the aim of reinforcing existing guidance for students about achieving and maintaining a balanced approach to their use of devices. The DFLB programme was planned based on market research strategies and included all the school community members including students, parents/guardians and staff. The findings from statistical analysis of the data showed significant similarities between staff and parents/guardians’ perceptions of student device use in terms of the student overuse of electronic devices. However, analysis showed that the opinions of parent/guardians and staff contrasted those expressed by students. The data also showed evidence that the introduction of the DFLB programme resulted in increased student recognition of the importance of making face-to-face social contacts with their classmates during their lunch break.

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Section: Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Device Free Lunch Break program: An experiment to promote a balanced used of electronic devices in Middle Secondary International schools.

Andreadis¹,

Watts²

2022

European Journal of Open, Distance and E-Learning

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“…In the case of need to integrate specific devices such as iPad in classroom teaching, ref. [40] examined the training needs of teachers for both, the initial technology integration in classroom setting and ensuring that the usage is sustained year after year. The findings of the study underscored collaborative learning from peers and work time as most effective ways of professional development in comparison to one-to-one coaching or training with large groups.…”

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Teaching 21st Century Skills: Understanding the Depth and Width of the Challenges to Shape Proactive Teacher Education Programmes

Almazroa

Alotaibi

2023

Sustainability

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21st-century skills are key words which have been most searched in recent past. Yet, there seems to be amiss on how teachers should be prepared to teach 21st-century skills. Limited research insights imply lack of actionable inputs for design of teacher education programmes. Thus, this study supports the call by reviewing 55 relevant studies, using the systematic literature review (SLR) approach. This study employed a stringent search protocol to confine search to two popular databases—Scopus and Web of Science (WOS). The authors identified two emerging themes and six sub-themes. The three sub-themes under the first theme upskilling and reskilling of in-service teachers in 21st-century skills are: (1). training initiatives, (2). teachers’ experiences in teaching 21st-century skills, and (3). teachers’ perceptions and skill assessment. The other three sub-themes under the second theme professional development of pre-service teachers and 21st-century skills are: (1). pedagogical approaches, (2). technology-based teaching-learning of 21st-century skills, and (3). experience, competence and proficiency in 21st-century skills. Findings suggest the need to focus on targeted interventions, pedagogical tools and resources and peer-based learning, and recommend expanding the list of keywords searched under this study by including specific 21st century skills such as creativity to add a new dimension to their review.

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“…Students kept these devices as they progressed through the first 3 years of their Middle Year Program (MYP). The teachers also received a device and training to help them become familiar with the tool to support learning in the classroom (Kontkanen et al, 2017;Fenton, 2017). The programme included support for teachers by an Ed.…”

Section: A Brief History Of the Byod Ipad Programme At The Study Schoolmentioning

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First-year Secondary Students’ Perceptions of the Impact of iPad Use on Their Learning in a BYOD Secondary International School

Watts,

Andreadis

2023

JOFDL

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This study uses a statistical survey over three consecutive years to show how the first-year students of a mid-sized Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) secondary international school perceive the impact of using their own iPad on their learning. The students’ perceptions show awareness of the usefulness and challenges associated with using their iPads in school life as well as at home. The students indicate several perceived benefits relating to having instant access to a variety of learning opportunities via the internet. However, they also indicate the challenges of keeping a balanced approach and avoiding overuse of their iPads inside and outside school (e.g., for gaming and social media). The original rationale for implementing the BYOD scheme did not anticipate specific benefits for students’ academic outcomes (grades). However, academic performance has continued to be monitored to identify any adverse effects associated with the scheme. Students’ overall academic performance has not been adversely affected since the scheme was implemented.

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Recommendations for professional development necessary for iPad integration

Cited by 7 publications

References 32 publications

A Device Free Lunch Break program: An experiment to promote a balanced used of electronic devices in Middle Secondary International schools.

A Device Free Lunch Break program: An experiment to promote a balanced used of electronic devices in Middle Secondary International schools.

Teaching 21st Century Skills: Understanding the Depth and Width of the Challenges to Shape Proactive Teacher Education Programmes

First-year Secondary Students’ Perceptions of the Impact of iPad Use on Their Learning in a BYOD Secondary International School

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