Journal of Education and Human Development

Computer Applications with the Related Facts in Multi-Grade: Teachers Opinions
Res. Asst. Mesut Öztürk, Asst. Prof. GülKaleli Yılmaz, Assoc. Prof. Yaşar Akkan, Prof. Dr. Abdullah Kaplan

Abstract
The study was conducted to examine the views on the use of computers in mathematics courses teachers in multi grade schools. The case study method of qualitative research design was used in this study. 10 teachers in the Bayburt in Turkey participated in the study. Conducted interviews with teachers participating in the study and the observations were made. The collected data were analyzed with descriptive analysis and content analysis. Multi grade result of the study is not sufficient in terms of technological equipment of schools; it was found that the teachers do not use computers in mathematics classes enough. Teachers use the computer as a result of the need, usually when considering contributing to individual training; intended use of the computer as it is thought to embody the concept of visualization and more. Teachers use technology as the reasons for the technological infrastructure and computer failure, the incompatibility of multi grade environment and teachers have to see the low computer literacy. Furthermore, teachers of subjects that are difficult to provide ease of expression of the biggest advantages of using computers contemplated; computer software used in mathematics education stated that the only share to Office software.

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