Evaluating the Effectiveness of Training in Tablet Use for Primary School Students: Perspectives on Adoption and Learning Outcomes
摘要
This paper describes a study which evaluated the effectiveness of training sessions which accompanied a rollout of 1389 tablets and Aptus devices to selected primary schools in Samoa. The study evaluated adequacy of the training, level of usage of tablets, Aptus and programs and applications, as well as ease of use and usefulness to students. Findings of the study showed that the level of usage of both tablets and the Aptus needed to be improved, there was a need for more training, technical and pedagogical support as well as a community of practice of both teachers and learners.