Analysis of Teacher Perceptions of Digital Textbook Use in Korea Pilot Schools

Abstract

The purpose of this analysis is to identify teacher perceptions of Digital Textbooks and their use in schools. For this objective, 119 representative teachers of Digital Textbook Pilot Schools in Korea participated in an online questionnaire containing open-ended questions regarding classes using Digital Textbooks and their responses were analyzed. Results of the content analysis of the responses were categorized into four topics (Student Development, Digital Textbook Contents, Digital Textbook Functions, and Instructional Change) and each included responses involving advantages and improvements. Though there were responses regarding the adverse effects of Digital Textbooks, such as student distraction and eyestrain, positive feedback regarding the implementation of student concentration, interest, and self-directed learning attitudes outweighed the negative responses. Also, there were affirmative responses regarding the variety and volume of Digital Textbook contents and voices demanding more rich and high quality contents.