Much has been written and said about the use of technology to engage students in the learning process. This research is founded on the premise that technology in a school environment is more than just the number of computers in a classroom. According to a recent British Education report (Dfes, 2004), students arc manipulating technology and information with dexterity that is not adequately catered for. This research explores the current impact that computer technology has on learning in a secondary school context by examining student and teacher perceptions about the use of computer technology in secondary school including the use of the Internet. The research also collects data about the skill and usage patterns of students and teachers in the use of computers, computer applications and the Internet. The research links these perceptions and usage data to the online presence of each school and examines from 2004 to 2006 the development of learning material posted on the school web pages.
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