Effectiveness of Google Classroom: Teachers’ Perceptions
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Keywords

Educational technology
Integrating technology
Google classroom

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Azhar, K. A., & Iqbal, N. (2018). Effectiveness of Google Classroom: Teachers’ Perceptions. PRIZREN SOCIAL SCIENCE JOURNAL, 2(2), 52–66. Retrieved from https://www.prizrenjournal.com/index.php/PSSJ/article/view/39

Abstract

Technology has gained importance in all stages of education yet educators have been unable to figure out which of the many available technological tools best fit their classroom practices. Google Classroom is one such tool that is free of cost and has gained popularity within a short span of time. The main purpose of the study is to assess teachers’ perception on the effectiveness of Google Classroom. The study is carried out through a qualitative research design. The sample of the study, which uses semi-structured interview method, consists of 12 higher education teachers who have implemented Google Classroom for at least one semester in their classroom. The data acquired has been put through a comprehensive analysis by coding and categorizing the data through NVivo. Findings revealed that teachers perceive it as only a facilitation tool that can be used for document management and basic classroom management, without having a significant impact on teaching methodologies. The responses of the teachers indicate that lack of user-friendly interface is the main reason for its inefficiency. Further studies can be conducted by taking the students’ perspective into account.

Key words: Educational technology, Google Classroom, Integrating technology, Virtual Classroom.

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