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How do we know what is happening in whatsapp: a case study investigating pre-service teachers’ online activity
Annamalai, Nagaletchimee1.
Purpose-This study addresses the issue of investigating on how
lecturers used WhatsApp in educational context and what are the
pre-service teachers’ views when WhatsApp is used in teaching and
learning activities.
Methodology-A qualitative case study was conducted in this
study. Two lecturers were interviewed individually to investigate
the teaching approach integrated with the use of WhatsApp. Also,
12 pre-service teachers in two focus groups were interviewed to
examine their views of using WhatsApp in completing their tasks.
Findings-The lecturers employed blended learning approach and
were not keen to entirely conduct their lessons in the online learning
environment. The focus group interviews were conducted to bring
the data together to generate emerging themes related to positive
and negative views of pre-service teachers when they were engaged
on WhatsApp for learning activities. The positive themes were
related to bite size learning, seamless learning, 21st century learning,
WhatsApp as a platform to support learning and as an extended
interaction space.
Practical Implications-The study may influence the use of
Information Communication and Technology (ICT) tools in
education. It also contributes to new ideas and knowledge on how
teachers and learners can conceptualize and use ICT. There is a strong
case to argue for instructors to be actively involved in interactions to
guide students to develop knowledge and ideas.
Affiliation:
- Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia
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MyJurnal (2021) |
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3 |
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0.000 |
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Scopus 2020 |
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CiteScore (2) |
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Q1 (Cultural Studies) Q2 (Education) Q3¬¬¬ (Psychology (all)) |
Additional Information |
SJR (0.385) |
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