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Examining some assumptions and limitations of research on the effects of emerging technologies for teaching and learning in higher education

  • Linda Price
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  • Adrian Kirkwood
  • Open University Milton Keynes
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Abstract

This article examines assumptions and beliefs underpinning research into educational technology. It critically reviews some approaches used to investigate the impact of technologies for teaching and learning. It focuses on comparative studies, performance comparisons and attitudinal studies to illustrate how under-examined assumptions lead to questionable findings. The extent to which it is possible to substantiate some of the claims made about the impact of technologies on the basis of these approaches and methods is questioned. We contend researchers should ensure that they acknowledge underlying assumptions and the limitations imposed by the approach adopted in order to appropriately interpret findings.

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Output type

Research Output: Contribution to journal Article Peer-review

Original language

English

Pages from-to (Number of pages)

Pages 536-543

Journal (Volume, Issue Number)

British Journal of Educational Technology (Volume 44, Issue 4)

Publication milestones

  • Published - 04/06/2013

Publication status

Published - 04/06/2013

ISSN

0007-1013

External Publication IDs

  • handle.net: 10547/622660
  • Scopus: 84878630488

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