An examination of preservice science teachers’ views related to use of tablet pcs in science and technology course in terms of different variables

In this study, preservice science teachers opinions related to Ministry of National Education Fatih Project which will be used in schools for tablet PC were examined in terms of different variables. Descriptive survey method was used in the research. The participants of the study, which was conducted in 2011-2012 academic year in Giresun University Education Faculty, were 420 preservice science teachers who studied 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades. The data were obtained by using two-part questionnaire form which was developed by researchers and "Computer Attitude Scale" which was developed by Bindak and Çelik (2006). The data were analysed using frequency, percentages, arithmetic mean, One Way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Chi-Square test. The result of the study was showed that between preservice science teachers' PC Attitude score with support the using of tablet PC in schools was a significant difference statistically. In addition, according to preservice science teachers, the most important advantages of tablet PCs using in science and technology courses "a) science and technology courses can more fun with visuals and animations and b) students' interest can increase in science and technology courses" were expressed. They were also expressed the most disadvantages of tablet PCs using in science and technology courses "a) social interaction can reduce among the students and b) The radiation of tablet PCs spread may give harm to health such as eyes etc."

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Preservice Science Teachers ,

Tablet PC ,

Fatih Project ,