Paper Info
Title
Spelling Bug: benefits of using adaptive technology for training spelling in primary school classrooms
Abstract
We have developed, used and evaluated Spelling Bug, a computer program designed for teachers and students in primary school classrooms, in three schools in Brisbane over 1.5 years. We evaluated how learner-adaptive computer programs can be successfully integrated in primary classrooms in situ, using observations, interviews and computer-based data logs. The study found participating teachers felt time poor and they did not priorities learning to use new technologies. However, if they find add-on value they use the technology to complement traditional teaching. The response to using Spelling Bug was positive from both teachers and students. Students enjoyed a new task for working with spelling and they responded positively to the individual challenge the computer program set up for them. Teachers were pleased to find their students working independently and found time to support individual needs in the classroom. Retrieving information from a computer program gave support for teachers when making decisions on how to proceed with their teaching and presenting to parents.
Year
DOI
Venue
2010
10.1145/1952222.1952295
OZCHI
Keywords
Field
DocType
training spelling,adaptive technology,individual challenge,traditional teaching,computer program,new task,new technology,spelling bug,primary school classroom,individual need,learner-adaptive computer program,primary classroom,technology education
Computer science,Emerging technologies,Spelling,Computer program,Multimedia
Conference
Citations 
PageRank 
References 
0
0.34
4
Authors
3
Name
Order
Citations
PageRank
Marie Bodén1295.94
Stephen Viller254470.79
Shelley Dole300.34