International Journal of Creative Research and Studies


Volume 3 Issue 3, March-2019



Title: How teachers’ roles in teaching and learning are redefined by the emergence of new technologies in education

Author: Johnson Mayaka Monari


Abstract:

The purpose of this study is to examine the perspectives of teachers on how their roles in teaching and learning are influenced by the emergence of new technologies in education. The study is grounded on the anchored instruction theory and constructivist theory both of which identify the need for learning that is contextual. Literature review indicates that the roles of the teachers as organizers and providers of guidance including pastoral care are very critical. This study employed a descriptive research design with a qualitative approach and used the Microsoft survey forms to sample 106 respondents who are passionate about the use of new technologies.74.5% of the respondents highly agree that with the emergence of new technologies in education, they see their role more as to offer guidance and advice students. A total of 86.8% think that their role is to provide an adult presence to ensure order in learning. Furthermore, 95.5% of the teachers are convinced that their role is...


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IJCRS DESCRIPTION

ISSN:0249-4655

Publisher:Knowledge-Ridge Publishers

Area/Scope:Business Economics and Management ;Social Science, Literature, Arts and Humanities; Engineering and Technology; Life Science and Physical Science; Health and Medical Science

Frequency: Monthly

Format:Online & Print

Language:English

Review-Process:Double Blinded

Access: Open Access