Implementations of Electronic Gadget by Malaysian Government in Teaching and Learning Procedure in Government Primary School
1.0 Introduction
This chapter discusses about the research background, statement of problem, purpose of the study, objectives of the study, research questions, significance of the study, scope of study and limitation of the study.
1.1 Background of the Study
Technology in education can be defined as an electronic network for finding, collecting, storing, processing, transporting and conveying information effectively, rapidly and many (Ahmad Fuad Othman, 2003). Technology education is one area related to facilitating student learning and interest in the implementation of teaching and learning in schools (Division of Educational Technology, 2012). According to the Division of Educational Technology (2012) again, technology education is a combination of processes and tools involved in addressing educational needs and problems, with emphasis on the application of the latest tools such as computers and related technology. Educational technology can also be defined as a field of practice and ethical practices to facilitate and improve the effectiveness of teaching and learning through the production, use and management of resources and appropriate technology process (Karti Suharto, 1990). On January 12, 2009, Bernama Online report of the Director General of Education, Datuk Alimuddin Mohd Dom said that the Ministry of Education would first study the effectiveness of the e-book program, which was launched in the state, before being extended in the country's education system. According to the report, the state of Terengganu e-book pilot program that provides laptops to students to replace school books. However, for the time being the use of a textbook manual is still relevant because some schools experiencing problems including no electricity infrastructure and computing facilities. He is keen to capitalize on the rapid development of educational technologies to facilitate the teaching and learning process, including the use of digital textbooks. Through this
This chapter discusses about the research background, statement of problem, purpose of the study, objectives of the study, research questions, significance of the study, scope of study and limitation of the study.
1.1 Background of the Study
Technology in education can be defined as an electronic network for finding, collecting, storing, processing, transporting and conveying information effectively, rapidly and many (Ahmad Fuad Othman, 2003). Technology education is one area related to facilitating student learning and interest in the implementation of teaching and learning in schools (Division of Educational Technology, 2012). According to the Division of Educational Technology (2012) again, technology education is a combination of processes and tools involved in addressing educational needs and problems, with emphasis on the application of the latest tools such as computers and related technology. Educational technology can also be defined as a field of practice and ethical practices to facilitate and improve the effectiveness of teaching and learning through the production, use and management of resources and appropriate technology process (Karti Suharto, 1990). On January 12, 2009, Bernama Online report of the Director General of Education, Datuk Alimuddin Mohd Dom said that the Ministry of Education would first study the effectiveness of the e-book program, which was launched in the state, before being extended in the country's education system. According to the report, the state of Terengganu e-book pilot program that provides laptops to students to replace school books. However, for the time being the use of a textbook manual is still relevant because some schools experiencing problems including no electricity infrastructure and computing facilities. He is keen to capitalize on the rapid development of educational technologies to facilitate the teaching and learning process, including the use of digital textbooks. Through this