Ultra-Orthodox parents' perspectives on applying learning technologies in elementary schools.
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| Title: | Ultra-Orthodox parents' perspectives on applying learning technologies in elementary schools. |
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| Authors: | Amzalag, Meital1 (AUTHOR) meitalam@hit.ac.il, Gross, Zeev1 (AUTHOR) |
| Source: | British Journal of Religious Education. Jan2026, Vol. 48 Issue 1, p57-74. 18p. |
| Subject Terms: | *Educational technology, *Parents, *Elementary schools, *Digital learning, *Instructional systems, Ultra-Orthodox Jews, Innovation adoption, Jews |
| Geographic Terms: | Israel |
| Abstract: | The ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Israel is characterised by its strong cohesion, unique educational system, and limited adoption of technology. In this study, we examined the viewpoints and motivations of ultra-Orthodox parents regarding the implementation of various learning technologies in elementary schools. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating quantitative research to explore the viewpoints of ultra-Orthodox parents with children in elementary schools on the effectiveness of digital learning during emergency conditions. Additionally, qualitative research was conducted to examine parental perceptions of technology in general and its implementation within educational settings, encompassing both everyday routines and periods of crisis. The findings demonstrate that ultra-Orthodox parents' expressed reservations about almost any form of technology adoption in their children's elementary schools. There were reservations regarding screen addiction, possible harm to cognitive functions and reservation skills, and exposure to explicit content, violence and ideas that conflict with religious beliefs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Abstract: | The ultra-Orthodox Jewish community in Israel is characterised by its strong cohesion, unique educational system, and limited adoption of technology. In this study, we examined the viewpoints and motivations of ultra-Orthodox parents regarding the implementation of various learning technologies in elementary schools. The study employed a mixed-methods approach, incorporating quantitative research to explore the viewpoints of ultra-Orthodox parents with children in elementary schools on the effectiveness of digital learning during emergency conditions. Additionally, qualitative research was conducted to examine parental perceptions of technology in general and its implementation within educational settings, encompassing both everyday routines and periods of crisis. The findings demonstrate that ultra-Orthodox parents' expressed reservations about almost any form of technology adoption in their children's elementary schools. There were reservations regarding screen addiction, possible harm to cognitive functions and reservation skills, and exposure to explicit content, violence and ideas that conflict with religious beliefs. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 01416200 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/01416200.2025.2471105 |
