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Ann T. Musgrove: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9417-5271
Abstract
This article shares the findings of a mixed method study about the implementation of 1:1 computing in a small rural Florida school district. Researchers used multiple regression analyses to examine whether Davis’ (1989) Technology Acceptance Model helped explain teachers’ adoption of 1:1. The results indicated that the rural teachers’ perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of 1:1 were significant predictors of both whole class and individualized instructions with 1:1. The qualitative phase of the study explored the ways in which the teachers integrated 1:1 into their instructional practices and what factors motivated them to do so. The analysis showed that the teachers used 1:1 largely to foster digital literacy and collaboration as well as to conduct student assessment. Reasons why the teachers integrated 1:1 into instruction included increasing student engagement, personalizing learning, and facilitating teacher productivity.
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Recommended Citation
Powers, J.,
Musgrove, A.,
&
Nichols, B.
(2020).
Teachers Bridging the Digital Divide in Rural Schools with 1:1 Computing.
The Rural Educator, 41(1), 61-76.
https://doi.org/10.35608/ruraled.v41i1.576
