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Digital technology and practices for school improvement: innovative digital school model
Liisa Ilomäki1, Minna Lakkala1
1Faculty of Educational Sciences, University of Helsinki, P.O. Box 9, 00014 Helsinki, Finland.
This study introduces the Innovative Digital School (IDI school) model to assess digital technology integration in schools. The model effectively identified differences in practices and challenges across schools, highlighting leadership
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- School Improvement Research
- Innovation in Education
Background:
- Integrating digital technology in schools requires a structured approach to identify areas for improvement.
- Existing research on school improvement and innovation provides a foundation for understanding digital technology adoption.
- Digital technology in education is viewed as a specific type of innovation, impacting knowledge creation and learning processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a comprehensive model for improving schools using digital technology.
- To create a framework (Innovative Digital School model) for researching and evaluating schools' digital practices.
- To identify differences, best practices, and challenges in schools' use of digital technology.
Main Methods:
- Development of the Innovative Digital School (IDI school) model, incorporating six key elements: visions, leadership, teaching community practices, pedagogical practices, school-level knowledge practices, and digital resources.
- Application of the IDI school model to investigate three basic education schools.
- Analysis of school-level practices to identify differences and challenges in digital technology integration.
Main Results:
- The IDI school model effectively revealed significant differences between schools regarding their digital technology practices, best practices, and challenges.
- The model was particularly effective in evaluating elements primarily under school leadership's responsibility.
- Differences observed were attributed to school-level practices, not socioeconomic background.
Conclusions:
- The IDI school model serves as a valuable tool for both research and practical self-assessment in schools.
- A holistic approach, considering all elements of the IDI school model, is crucial for effective school improvement with digital technology.
- Focusing on school-level practices is key to successful digital transformation in education.
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