Technologies in Schools: Stimulating a Dialogue

Smolin, Louanne; Lawless, Kimberly A.

doi:10.1111/j.1744-7984.2007.00119.x

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“…Therefore, the effective integration of technology with teaching seems a challenging task (Peeraer & Van Petegem, 2011;Polly et al, 2010;Smolin & Lawless, 2007). Smolin & Lawless (2007, p. 2) argue that "technology-based reform is especially challenging because it is a multifaceted endeavor".…”

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Teachers and Technology: Trends in English Language Teaching in Saudi Arabia

Farooq¹,

Soormro²

2018

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Technology has impacted the learning approaches and vice-versa with an aim to improve the standards of language teaching/learning process. The present study focuses on teachers' preferences and use of technology in their language classrooms. A survey was conducted to seek opinion of EFL teachers both male and female at the English language center on technology-related competencies. The survey comprised four domains: planning and preparation, classroom management, instruction, and professional responsibilities (Danielson, 2007).The questionnaire was distributed to 100 English language teachers (50 males and 50 females) at Taif University English Language Centre. The responses revealed that most of the teachers thought aware of the technology and its uses in education don't integrate technology in their teaching at planning and preparation stage. They use the available technological gadget in the classroom to exploit some of the activities. They must use the university LMS for uploading certain activities and assessment otherwise they hesitate to design technology-based activities for English language learners. They and the students need training in integrating technology with teaching and learning process.

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“…Also, the new generation is extremely familiar with a variety of digital technologies in their daily lives (Robertson, Fluck, & Webb, 2007;Prensky, 2001aPrensky, , 2001b. So, teachers are now challenged to prepare themselves to teach these digitally competent children (Robertson et al, 2007;Smolin & Lawless, 2007).…”

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