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Pedagogical use of tablet computers to enhance the quality of teaching and learning of Grade 10 Life Sciences Presented at the NADEOSA Conference, 24-25 June 2014: University of Pretoria. Rafiki , M & Mhlanga, E. Value of ICTs in Teaching and Learning.
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Pedagogical use of tablet computers to enhance the quality of teaching and learning of Grade 10 Life SciencesPresented at the NADEOSA Conference, 24-25 June 2014: University of Pretoria Rafiki, M & Mhlanga, E.
Value of ICTs in Teaching and Learning • Increasing use of ICTs in teaching and learning • Children who use computers found to show greater gains in problem solving skills (Leslie & Dora, 2010) • Wilson, et al (2013) – integrating technology in the classroom enables learners to become self-regulated and empowers them to manage their own learning.
Focus of paper • In SA several studies done on the use of technology – Apple Classroom of Tomorrow (ACOT, 1996) concluded that technology-enhanced learning environments shift learning from: - teacher to learner –centred learning - individual to collaborative work - passive to active learning • The current study explores the experiences of teachers and learners in two schools in Gauteng in integrating iPads in teaching and learning of Life Sciences
Focus of paper • The study looks at: - how teachers and learners use iPads (pedagogical shifts) - what benefits are derived out of using such technology - Challenges faced
Theoretical Framework • From literature reviewed, study distils a theoretical framework with three related constructs: - Technological Knowledge - Pedagogical Knowledge - Content Knowledge • Understanding relevant technology, pedagogy and subject content (TPC) is a key factor to successful integration of technology • TPC will in turn affect other important variables like attitudes, mode of integration and learner interactions
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