Project RITE
Final Report
Teacher Beliefs as Predictors of Concerns Regarding
the Effect of Instructional Technology on Students
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Glenda Rakes
Professor, Educational Studies, UT MartinFinal Report Excerpt
The results of this study are both surprising and challenging. Even with the small number of learner-centered teachers, the lack of differences in concerns regarding the use of technology and, in particular, its impact on students was unexpected. However, because higher self-concerns persist, these concerns may act as a barrier that prevents teachers from acting on their beliefs in actual classrooms situations.