Abstract

This paper proposes that Interactive Technology can help professors enhance communication, attitudes, and interest in the classroom. This paper describes Interactive Technology, how professors can use it, and preliminary findings of its effectiveness. These findings suggest that the use of Interactive Technology can enhance students' attitudes. Additionally, students surveyed, who had used Interactive Technology in a Consumer Behavior course agreed that its use made the course more interesting and attention getting, and they were satisfied with the course. Preliminary findings, however, also suggest that Interactive Technology may not enhance attendance, course preparation, and retention.

Citation

Eastman, J.K., Iyer, R. & Eastman, K.L. (2009). Interactive Technology in the Classroom: An Exploratory Look at Its Use and Effectiveness. Contemporary Issues in Education Research, 2(3), 31-38. Retrieved May 29, 2023 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/159810/.

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Keywords

• attendance
• College Students
• computer mediated communication
• Consumer Science
• educational technology
• interaction
• learner engagement
• Pretests Posttests
• Questionnaires
• student attitudes
• Student Interests
• Student Surveys
• Teacher Student Relationship
• teaching methods
• Technology Uses in Education