Computer literacy and use of open educational resources: A study of university students in Hong Kong

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Abstract

This paper reports a preliminary study on the relationship between computer literacy and use of open educational resources (OER) of university students in Hong Kong. It reviews the technology infrastructure and Government support for enhancement of students’ computer literacy, and development of resources in the city, showing that Hong Kong has laid a foundation for OER to grow and bloom. However, by reporting the results of a survey conducted with university students, it highlights that most students, despite their high computer literacy, have a low level of awareness and limited experience of OER, and have been exposed to only a few popular types of resources. The observations call for further institutional and instructional support to enhance students’ awareness of available resources and understanding of their proper use.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationTechnology in Education
Subtitle of host publicationTransforming Educational Practices with Technology - 1st International Conference, ICTE 2014, Revised Selected Papers
EditorsKam Cheong Li, Simon K.S. Cheung, Tak-Lam Wong, Jeanne Lam, Kwan Keung Ng
Pages206-214
Number of pages9
ISBN (Electronic)9783662461570
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2015
Event1st International Conference on Technology in Education, ICTE 2014 - Hong Kong, China
Duration: 2 Jul 20144 Jul 2014

Publication series

NameCommunications in Computer and Information Science
Volume494
ISSN (Print)1865-0929
ISSN (Electronic)1865-0937

Conference

Conference1st International Conference on Technology in Education, ICTE 2014
Country/TerritoryChina
CityHong Kong
Period2/07/144/07/14

Keywords

  • Computer literacy
  • Open educational resources
  • Student awareness

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