Technology in education: An analysis of preservice teachers’ experiences, perceived confidence and perspectives on technology use

Sheri Deaton, Betsy Orr, Emily Lawler and Rachael Reagan
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Sheri Deaton: University of Arkansas, USA
Betsy Orr: University of Arkansas, USA
Emily Lawler: Springdale Public Schools, USA
Rachael Reagan: Apple Seeds Teaching Farm, USA

Advances in Online Education: A Peer-Reviewed Journal, 2023, vol. 2, issue 2, 134-146

Abstract: At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, preservice teachers were forced to shift to remote teaching and learning. During this time, new technologies were utilised to facilitate instruction and support student engagement. This paper explores the level of experience, perceived confidence and perspectives of technology in education among preservice teachers across all subject and grade levels enrolled in a Technology in Education course as part of a preservice teaching programme. The findings of this study reflect participant experiences and confidence linked with using technology to research and present conclusions rather than student-centred engagement. Further analysis revealed trends regarding participants’ values on technology usage in the classroom, highlighting opportunities for growth for teacher preparation programmes.

Keywords: preservice teachers; teacher education; technology in education; technology perspectives; technology experiences; technology confidence; educator preparation programme (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: A2 I2 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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