The Information and Communication Technologies integration in First Cycle Schools (Primary) in Portugal: From technological to educational empowerment - a comprehensive overview of the 4 year Magalhães project.

• Type: Summary of Presentation in an International Conference
• Date: 2012

Authors

João Paiva (Author) FCUP; Luciano Moreira (Author) FEUP; Mariana Ascenção (Author) Other; Priscila Gonzaga (Author) Other; Ana Mouta (Author) Other; Ana Paulino (Author) Other; Alda Teixeira (Author) Other

Conference proceedings International

Title: WERA Focal Meeting

WERA Focal Meeting

Sydney, December 2-6, 2012

Scientific classification

FOS: Social sciences > Educational sciences

Other information

Abstract (EN): Between 2008 and 2011 the “Magellan project” has provided almost every primary student in Portugal a personal Intel Learning Series net book PC and has delivered broadband access to schools and homes. In this research a comprehensive balance and overview of the impact of the program is offered. Qualitative data was collected in six schools across the country representing various regions. Students (N = 76), parents (N = 37) and teachers (N = 29) were interviewed. A content analysis using Nvivo 9.2. was conducted. Preliminary results indicate different representations, attitudes and practices, suggesting different patterns of ICT integration. Students and families valued the ownership and the readiness in accessing information, although conflicts emerge from the recreational use of the device and some features are regarded as threats. Teachers showed an ambivalent attitude toward the initiative, recognizing the importance of ICT literacy but diverging on the best way to promote it.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific