Digital Technology Use in High School Classes

Education in high schools is evolving with the widespread adoption of digital technologies. However, digitalization is a complex process that still challenges teachers while they aim to implement technologies to meet learners’ needs and preferences. Further, the digital divide remains an important issue that should be addressed to provide learners with meaningful technology learning experiences that can engage and motivate them. To address these issues, the current study uses a qualitative descriptive approach and relies on semi-structured interviews with 17 high school teachers from different schools in Québec to examine the uses of digital technologies that address the needs of learners from the perspective of diverse high school teachers. Results revealed the existence of digital inequalities that still impact student engagement and the capacity of teachers to address learner needs. The study findings also emphasize the importance of providing teachers and students with adequate resources and training for the successful deployment of digital technology in the classroom.