Keywords
text, technology, curriculum, primary education, video games, recreational technology, cognitive development, elementary school education, technology, learning
Abstract
This research focuses on technology (specifically video games and interactive software games) and their effects on the cognitive development of children ages 4-8. The research will be conducted as a meta-analysis combining research and theory in order to determine if the educational approach to this age group needs to change/adapt to learners who have been affected by this technology. I will focus upon both the physical and mental aspects of their development and present a comprehensive review of current educational theory and practice. By examining current curriculum goals and cross-referencing them to research conducted in fields other than education (i.e. technology, child development, media literacy, etc.) I hope to demonstrate a need for change; and, at the end of my research, be able to make recommendations for curriculum adaptations that will work within the current educational structure. These recommendations will be made with respect to budget and time constraints.
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Graduation Date
2007
Semester
Fall
Advisor
Dombrowski, Paul
Degree
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
College
College of Arts and Humanities
Department
English
Degree Program
Texts and Technology
Format
application/pdf
Identifier
CFE0001970
URL
http://purl.fcla.edu/fcla/etd/CFE0001970
Language
English
Release Date
November 2007
Length of Campus-only Access
None
Access Status
Doctoral Dissertation (Open Access)
STARS Citation
Templeton, Joey, "Recreational Technology And Its Impact On The Learning Development Of Children Ages 4-8: A Meta-analysis For The 21st Century Cl" (2007). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 3379.
https://stars.library.ucf.edu/etd/3379
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