Computer Use Activities in Developing Basic Computer Technology Skills Among Preschool Students

Noor Faezah Mohd Yon; Abdul Halim Masnan

doi:10.53797/icccmjssh.v1i4.1.2022

Authors

Noor Faezah Mohd Yon UNITAR International University, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, MALAYSIA
Abdul Halim Masnan Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, 35900 Tanjong Malim, Perak, MALAYSIA

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53797/icccmjssh.v1i4.1.2022

Keywords:

Computer Activities, Basic Computer Technology Skills, Preschool Students

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to determine the usage of computer among 13 preschool students in Putrajaya could develop basic computer skills among them. The method used was the qualitative approach consist of case study and data gathering method. The data gathering method in practice one teacher includes structured interview, document analysis and observation method. Data collections were done using techniques through observation, and documentation. The effectiveness of computer usage was obtained from the pretest and posttest scores in the control class. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the computer use activities among preschool children is effective in developing the basic computer skills among them. This evidence is further enhanced by interviewing the preschool class teacher which has undergone this activity with the class, states that there are very significant improvement among the usage of computer skills among the class.

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