Examining supervising field instructors’ reporting and assessment of technology use by pre-service teachers on school placement

Oliver McGarr, Ciarán Ó Gallchóir

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Abstract

This study examines supervising field instructors' reporting and assessment of technology use on School Placement. The research examined a sample of reports by supervising field instructors containing their assessment of pre-service teachers' use of technology in their teaching. Findings highlight that technology was seen exclusively as a presentation aid for teaching and concerns were expressed by the field instructors about ‘overuse’ of technology by the pre-service teachers. While highlighting the need for further professional development, the paper also highlights the complex interplay of both school-related and university-related factors that influence how pre-service teachers use technology.

Original languageEnglish
Article number103753
Pages (from-to)-
JournalComputers and Education
Volume146
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Mar 2020

Keywords

  • Pre-service teacher
  • School placement
  • Supervising field instructors
  • Technology in education

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