Critique #1-Sutton

Technology in the Classroom: Friend or Foe? : 

Technology in the Classroom: Friend or Foe? Antwon M. SuttonCritique #1 AEET/EDET J780 May 18, 2008

Overview : 

Overview Introduction: Purpose of Study Conducting Study Results of Study Limitations of Study Implications of Study Next Steps Critique of Research Article Conclusion

Introduction : 

Introduction Purpose of Study: To determine if students perceive technology use as helpful or a hindrance to their learning. Conducting Study Subjects used in study 251 Undergraduate students in criminal justice courses. Located at a public Midwestern University. 19% between the ages 18-24 12% were criminal justice majors

Results of Study : 

Results of Study Paired-samples t-test used to evaluate student’s perception of technology in improving learning. Students thought their ability to learn was increased in courses with modern teaching methods

Limitations of Study : 

Limitations of Study Study only focused on student perceptions. Study only used one campus and one course.

Implications of Study/Next Steps : 

Implications of Study/Next Steps Re-evaluate teacher integration of technology in courses. Modify course syllabi: Make students aware of rationale for using technology in courses. Expand research to other campuses and use other courses. Research teacher perception of student use of technology.

Critique of Article : 

Critique of Article Research question Review of Literature Application to personal research Use of theories in study

Conclusion : 

Conclusion The study provided useful information about students’ perceptions of technology use and hot it impacts their learning. The study was limited in that it data was only gathered from one college campus and one academic major area. The study provides information and data that are important for instructors to consider as they determine the amount of technology to use in their courses.

Citation : 

Citation D'Angelo, J. M., & Woosley, S. A. (2007). Technology in the classroom: friend or foe. Education, 127(4), 462+.