Perspectives on Elementary Student Safety: Designing and Implementing Online Space for Peer Feedback

• In Event: Sheraton Roundtable Session 35
  In Roundtable Session: Technology and K–12 Learning Environments

Abstract

This qualitative study explored the role of student safety in design, implementation, and student perceptions of online peer feedback with geographically others. This is from the lens of teachers designing and justifying a safe environment as they sought approval from stakeholders, and students’ feelings of safety as they used the online space for peer feedback. Findings suggest differences between what younger students need to feel secure when interacting with unknown others and what higher education literature informs. Experienced teachers also strategically navigate safety issues to embed innovative practices into their classrooms. While further research is needed to understand online spaces for k-12 students, this study guides future design attentive to their needs and suggests professional development for teachers.

Author

• Cathleen K. Kim, Pacific Lutheran University