Attitude Towards Technology and its Impact to Student Learning

Abstract

The study employed 60 first year students, 35 females and 25 males. Data collection is through questionnaires adopted from an open source. The responses of the respondents were collected, tabulated and described.
The respondents enjoyed the use of technology. They do not avoid the use of technology and do not consider that it takes time in using it. They do not consider the technology intimidating them nor threatening them. They believed that the students should know how to use the technology properly. They were very confident when it comes to working with technology at home, at work and in the school. Generally, their attitude towards technology is positive. Both males and females have signified interest and positive behavior towards the use of technology.
The respondents use technology every day. They were smart phones users and believed that the technology helps in their educational pursuits. The respondents have experienced to have cheated using the technology. Ways that can further enhance their learning experiences were personalized learning, interactive content, collaboration with peers and real time feedback. They believe, that their teaches have adequate training in integrating technology and hopes that the technology will rare a continuous impact in the future.
The respondents have embraced the technology, and perceived that it has greater role in their learning experiences