Grade 11 Research Questions

In response to the question set, I will go into detail of the study, consisting of the background, main hypotheses, as well the aims, procedure and results gathered from the study; explaining the four research methods chosen to investigate,

The methodology was described with the data collection method. Quantitative and qualitative questionnaire which consisted of closed questions with a choice of fixed answers and free text to enhance qualitative data were sent out in the form of mailshot, followed by telephone call to non-respondents and it was repeated for more wider sample results to gain more evidence to reduce bias (Parahoo, 2006).

This study sought to answer three research questions. Although the questions have been presented in previous chapters, they are worth presenting again.

Summary The article, “CHAPTER 9: TV, Audio, & Technology – Hurting or Helping Literacy?” by Jim Trelease, was a great read. Mr. Trelease states that electronics and media are “now the dominant force in a child’s life outside of family” (Trelease, 2011). He goes on to tell how a mother, Sonya Carson, had to raise her children with the background of only making it to third – grade.

Although the class has not had input into the methodology used to collect the data for this report it is still important for us to know why these methods were used. Questionnaires can be useful in order to get opinions and views from a large groups of people (McLeod 2014), such like conditions for the research for this reports. This can be useful as this can be an easier way of targeting a larger audience other than in interview purposes. This will also be more time consuming as everyone is answering the same questions.

This study used a quantitative methodology of data collecting to answer the research questions. The specific research questions studied included the following:

“By 2009, 97% of classrooms had one or more computers, and 93% of classroom computers had Internet access. For every 5 students, there was one computer. Instructors stated that 40% of students used computers, often in their educational methods, in addition to interactive whiteboards and digital cameras”(Educational technology). The country is on the threshold of the most radical change in American education in over a century. It is clear that technology is increasing and is now woven through education as well.

Within Miss. E’s classroom, students have access to their own Chromebooks. Since both of Miss. E’s classes watched Lord of the Flies today, they did not need their Chromebooks for today’s lesson. At the beginning of first period, some students used their Chromebooks to log in to progress book, so they could view the grades for their classes this semester. During today’s class, they used the whiteboard and a projector to show the film. While the film was playing, Miss. E used her computer to input grades for the students.

This chapter introduces the objective of the research question, the subject matter, the background, and hypotheses for this quantitative research project.

I feel as though the teacher’s attitude toward technology is the most important issue that can be a help or

This journal article talks about how screen media use can affect children and their development. There are different types of screen media and as time goes more and more screen media is being introduced and at younger ages.

The methodological approach of this study is guided by its aims and research questions. This section starts from the clarification of research questions to explain why the qualitative methods are employed.

Technology has transformed society and has become an important part in daily life in various forms, such as television, cell phones and computers. It has eased numerous tasks and issues in the educational, medical and engineering fields. It has also provided a means of communication to contact people around the world without difficulty. As society evolved and more technologies were developed to support the changes, parents depended more on these technologies as a learning tool for their young children and has become the norm in parenting for the twenty- first century. Over time, children have increased their time on their digital devices, spending less time with family and friends, “Children and youth get an average of 7 hours and 48 minutes of screen time per day.” (Active Healthy Kids Canada, n.d.) The amount of time spent on their electronic devices plays a critical role in their growth and development. The overuse of these devices can cause issues in the child’s cognition, health and social relationships. The excessive dependency on technology in society affects the development of children negatively, thus leading to a problematic lifestyle in adulthood.

Unlike previous generations who were “introduced” to the internet, television and social media, the present generation is “born” in it. By this statement, it is implied that children today are much closer to technology and media than adults are, and so, are more likely to be affected by it. Perhaps, the highest impact on the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development of children and adolescents is by media due to its ready availability through Smart phones, tablet PCs and other portable devices. This paper attempts to evaluate some of the influences of media on various aspects of child and adolescent development.

Across the U.S., technology used in education has been increasing exponentially. Every learning institution ranging from elementary school to college have incorporated technology into their teachings. Online textbooks, quizzes, notes, and classes are all examples of how education has been utilizing technology. While technology has a place in education, not everything in education needs to involve technology.