Embrace or Reject? Understanding the Online Experiences of Junior High School Parents, Teachers, and Students After the Pandemic Through Six Technological Access Discourses

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Abstract

This study investigates the experiences of junior high school students, parents, and teachers in Taiwan regarding their online experiences post-pandemic. The research, based on interviews with diverse stakeholders, explores six different arguments for technological integration in education: fear, hope, simple access, sophistication, equity, and aesthetics. Findings reveal students embracing their digital-native roles, parents struggling yet persevering in managing their children's online presence, and teachers striving to fulfil educational duties amidst tech-based challenges. This research underscores the importance of bridging the digital divide, enhancing digital wellbeing, and continuously reassessing educational roles and policies to navigate a rapidly evolving digital education landscape.

Authors

• Ken-Zen Chen, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

• Ming-Hsueh Tsai, National Academy for Educational Research - Taiwan

• Chi-in Wu, Academia Sinica

• Hsiaofeng Tsai, National Academy for Educational Research - Taiwan