Naslov
ICT in the Primary School: Practice and Attitudes of Informatics Teachers

Autori
Dukić, Darko ; Petrinšak, Slavko ; Pinjušić, Pavao

Izvornik
Tehnički glasnik - Technical journal (1846-6168) 14 (2020), 3; 257-264

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u časopisima, članak, znanstveni

Ključne riječi
equipment ; ICT ; informatics teachers ; practice and attitudes ; primary school ; professional development

Sažetak
The aim of the study is to explore various issues related to the introduction and use of ICT in primary schools in eastern and central Croatia from the viewpoint of informatics teachers. A total of 232 respondents participated in the survey. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were applied in data analysis. The results indicate that the equipment in computer classrooms is only partially satisfactory. LCD projectors and multimedia computers are mostly used in teaching informatics. The research also revealed that teachers are aware of the importance of ICT implementation in classrooms. However, they are less satisfied with the professional development opportunities. Their responses also suggest that they are ready to participate in the curriculum development process, undertake continuing education, and focus on pupils and their learning. In addition, the analysis showed that teachers, regardless of background characteristics, are similar in their views. So far, the issues discussed in this paper have been only superficially examined. The present study expands previous research by providing insight into the practice and attitudes of informatics teachers in Croatian primary schools.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Informacijske i komunikacijske znanosti

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