Original scientific paper

https://doi.org/10.31803/tg-20200403052511

ICT in the Primary School: Practice and Attitudes of Informatics Teachers

Darko Dukić orcid.org/0000-0002-9131-232X ; Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Department of Physics, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 6, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
Slavko Petrinšak orcid.org/0000-0003-3359-475X ; Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, Department of Physics, Trg Ljudevita Gaja 6, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
Pavao Pinjušić ; Lucijan Vranjanin High School, Trg hrvatskih pavlina 1, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Abstract

The aim of the study was to explore various issues related to the introduction and use of ICT in primary schools in eastern and central Croatia from the viewpoint of informatics teachers. A total of 232 respondents participated in the survey. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were applied in data analysis. The results indicate that the equipment in computer classrooms is only partially satisfactory. LCD projectors and multimedia computers are mostly used in teaching informatics. The research also revealed that teachers are aware of the importance of ICT implementation in classrooms. However, they are less satisfied with the professional development opportunities. Their responses also suggest that they are ready to participate in the curriculum development process, undertake continuing education, and focus on pupils and their learning. In addition, the analysis showed that teachers, regardless of their background characteristics, share similar views. So far, the issues discussed in this paper have only been superficially examined. The present study expands previous research by providing insight into the practice and attitudes of informatics teachers in Croatian primary schools.

Keywords

equipment; ICT; informatics teachers; practice and attitudes; primary school; professional development

Hrčak ID:

243659

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/243659

Publication date:

14.9.2020.

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