Annotated bibliography: Addressing 21st-century digital skills in schools
This research adopted an explanatory quantitative research strategy since i used Questionnaire to collect data in a large sample size. Moreover, this helps to make connection of ICT usage, digital literacy and academic performance. Elsewhere, the data was analyzed with statistical techniques in order to determine predictors and patterns at p [less than] 0. 05.
Reference:
Rubach, C. and Lazarides, R., 2021. Addressing 21st-century digital skills in schools–Development and validation of an instrument to measure teachers’ basic ICT competence beliefs. Computers in Human Behavior, 118, p.106636. APA
Intended Audience:
Educational researchers, teacher educators, and school administrators.
Annotated bibliography: Addressing 21st-century digital skills in schools,
Main Content and Arguments:
The purpose of this study is to design Questionnaire for assessing the TBBITC of teachers and to establish that the term is reliable for use in future research. He affirms its reliability and validity and indicates the new applications of the instrument in the teacher training and educational policy.
Research Methods Employed:
Firstly, It is important to note that the study was conducted with the help of psychometric analysis. Secondly, survey instrument that was developed and validated by the researchers. They comprise item generation as well as pilot tests and statistical vali- dation such as factor analysis and rea- bility testing.
Reference:
Bergdahl, N., Nouri, J. and Fors, U., 2020. Disengagement, engagement and digital skills in technology-enhanced learning. Education and information technologies, 25(2), pp.957-983.
Intended Audience:
Researchers, educators, and technologists interested in technology-enhanced learning.
Main Content and Arguments:
In the context of this study, the analysis revolves around students’ engagement and disengagement process in technological learning environment with emphasis on their digital skills. Additionally, the authors pointed out that, apart from the media type, media attributes. Flow and interactivity may also facilitate or hinder engagement, while other factors such as instructional design and also determine engagement. Finally, they offer suggestions on how to promote engagement and reduce disengagement in settings involving technology use for enhanced learning.
Research Methods Employed:
Finally, There is both quantitative and qualitative data where we do survey and conduct interviews . Also, It ensures a rich and holistic account of the variables that shaped the use of technology in learning environments.