Early Childhood Teachers Instructional Practices and Perceptions in 1:1 iPad Classrooms

• In Event: TED - Technology Intregration

Short Description

This study explored early childhood teachers’ instructional practices in 1:1 iPad classrooms. Classrooms observations and interviews were conducted to understand teachers’ practices and perception. We identified three ways that teachers used iPads in the daily instruction: (1) busy work or a transition task; (2) students practice skills in station activities; (3) digital production projects. Teachers showed positive attitudes toward using iPad but also pointed out the issues they encountered while implementing iPads in the classroom.

Authors

• Ya-Huei Lu, Indiana University

• Ai-Chu Ding, Indiana University

• Anne Ottenbreit-Leftwich, Indiana University

• Krista Glazewski, Indiana University