RUME 26
2024
Omaha, Nebraska
An Exploration of Human Factors That Influence the Acceptance of Technology in Calculus Students
Page: 617
Studies on the use of technology in calculus courses have focused on the use of different types of technology as learning tools for visualization, representations, and understanding. However, research on students’ perspectives about the use of technology in calculus classrooms needs to be expanded. In this article, we interviewed eight calculus students in a US research institution to understand their perspectives about the use of technology. To analyze the data set, we used thematic analysis informed by the technology acceptance model focused on external variables related to human factors. As a result, students identified human factors that may influence their perspectives about using technology in calculus classes such as: their attitude and skills, selection of mathematical problems, feedback, classroom environment, and resources. These findings inform calculus instructors and coordinators about possible considerations before implementing the use of technology in their classrooms.