Digital Competence of STEM Teachers: The Role of Subject Disciplines and Gender (Poster 6)

• In Event: AERA Poster Session Friday 1:30 p.m.
  In Poster Session: Advanced Technologies for Learning Poster Session 2

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the differences in digital competence among STEM teachers in Saudi Arabia based on gender and subject. A sequential mixed methods approach was used, including: (1) a questionnaire administered to 527 STEM teachers nationwide to gather quantitative data, and (2) individual interviews and focus groups with nine STEM teachers for qualitative insights. The results showed that the differences in digital competence scores across subjects were not statistically significant. However, the gender-based analysis revealed significant differences, with female teachers reporting higher digital competence compared to male teachers.

Author

• Adel Althubyani, Taif University