Abstract

The following study examines the implementation of learning technologies in Guyana, South America. Specifically, the study addresses the impact of using interactive radio instruction for teaching mathematics and SuccessMaker software for enhancing literacy skills. The research results were based on surveys, interviews, classroom observations, and focus groups but also benefitted from access to government statistics and qualitative expert reports of classroom use of these technologies. The results underscore the importance of rooting technology potential in constructivist teaching approaches and ensuring that good pedagogy leads technology. (Contains 1 table.)

Citation

MacKinnon, G. & MacKinnon, P. (2010). Technology Integration in the Schools of Guyana: A Case Study. Computers in the Schools, 27(3), 221-246. Retrieved January 18, 2020 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/109012/.

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Keywords

• case studies
• Classroom Observation Techniques
• Courseware
• Educational Practices
• Educational Radio
• educational technology
• focus groups
• Foreign Countries
• Interviews
• literacy
• Mathematics Instruction
• Parent Attitudes
• Program Implementation
• teacher attitudes
• teaching methods
• technology integration
• Technology Uses in Education