Integrating Technology into the EFL Classroom

Abstract:

Technology has become an essential tool for daily survival. However, many schools are failing to integrate technology into classroom learning due to teacher’s beliefs, non-availability of resources, and lack of new ways of learning research knowledge. Teachers’ attitudes to technology play an important role in the incorporation of technological strategies in the classroom. Teachers who have not been exposed to the use of devices and gadgets tend to exhibit a reluctant attitude towards technology and deny the possibility to incorporate video games, web tools, iPads, or even cell phones to their lessons. One of the reasons might be their lack of confidence in using these devices. More updated teachers might feel confident using technology for personal reasons. However, they demonstrate a total lack of knowledge on how to use it for educational purposes. If teachers have the skill to use technology and know strategies to apply in the classroom, they will be more likely to take technology into the curriculum.

Año de publicación:

2017

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