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Makale Özeti:
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In this study, preservice science teachers opinions related to Ministry of National
Education Fatih Project which will be used in schools for tablet PC were examined
in terms of different variables. Descriptive survey method was used in the research.
The participants of the study, which was conducted in 2011-2012 academic year in
Giresun University Education Faculty, were 420 preservice science teachers who
studied 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grades. The data were obtained by using two-part
questionnaire form which was developed by researchers and “Computer Attitude
Scale” which was developed by Bindak and Çelik (2006). The data were analysed
using frequency, percentages, arithmetic mean, One Way Analysis of Variance
(ANOVA) and Chi-Square test. The result of the study was showed that between
preservice science teachers’ PC Attitude score with support the using of tablet PC
in schools was a significant difference statistically. In addition, according to
preservice science teachers, the most important advantages of tablet PCs using in
science and technology courses “a) science and technology courses can more fun
with visuals and animations and b) students’ interest can increase in science and
technology courses” were expressed. They were also expressed the most
disadvantages of tablet PCs using in science and technology courses “a) social
interaction can reduce among the students and b) The radiation of tablet PCs spread
may give harm to health such as eyes etc.”
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