This study explored the viability of tablet computers in early education by
investigating preschool children’s ease in acclimating to tablet technology and
its effectiveness in engaging them to draw. A total of 41 three- to six-yearold
children were videotaped while they used the tablets. The study found
significant differences in level of tablet use between sessions, and engagement
increased with age. Teachers reported high child interest and drawings as
typical to above expectation. Children quickly developed ease with the stylus
for drawing. Although technical issues in learning this new technology
were encountered, children were interested and persisted without frustration.
What seems to matter for children’s learning is the ways teachers choose to
implement this technology