Abstract
Students use of digital devices (DDs), and the disruption of their
attention in class is generally considered a cause for considerable
concern regarding how it affects their performance in the classroom.
Based on students' perceptions, this study aims to determine whether
these DDs positively impact learning effectiveness. Using a
qualitative exploratory design, the study sought to better understand
the subject matter under investigation through the students'
experiences. Before submission of the data to software for analysis,
another person reviewed the transcribed text independently.
ATLAS.ti version 22 software was used to analyze the data by an
independent analyst. Findings showed that personal computers,
tablets, mobile phones, and iPads are classrooms’ most commonly
used DDs. Even though the advantages of using DDs in the
classroom are significant, it was suggested that appropriate and
responsible use of DDs is crucial for students to develop digital
literacy, online safety, and responsible technology use habits,
teachers and schools should establish guidelines and provide digital
citizenship education. The study conclude that teachers need to
implement strategies that minimize distractions while helping
students.