Question 13

Question

Sizwe is researching the use of digital textbooks in primary schools. He finds that while some educators report positive results, others do not. To formulate researchable questions that explore this discrepancy, which of the following should he NOT consider?


The socio-economic status of schools where digital textbooks are implemented.


The subject matter covered by digital textbooks.


The teaching methodologies used alongside digital textbooks.


The brand of digital devices used to read the textbooks.


The age of students using digital textbooks.

Answer 1

In formulating researchable questions that explore the discrepancy in the use of digital textbooks in primary schools, Sizwe should focus on factors that could influence the effectiveness of digital textbooks. Among the options provided, the one he should NOT consider is:

The brand of digital devices used to read the textbooks.

While the brand of devices might impact user experience to some extent, it is less likely to be a core factor influencing educational outcomes compared to aspects such as socio-economic status, subject matter, teaching methodologies, and the age of students. These latter factors have a more direct influence on how effective digital textbooks are in enhancing learning.