Digital Native Students

• DOI: 10.4018/ijvple.2017070102
• Publication Date: 2018-06-06T13:10:17Z
• Authors: Su-Ting Yong
• Keywords: Digital native; Multimethodology; Gender gap; Qualitative property; Spatial Ability

The purpose of this study was to explore gender differences among digital native students in mathematics learning and gaming. A quantitative dominant mixed methods approach employed which surveys [174 students] qualitative interviews [eight students, eight parents six teachers] were administered concurrently. Data collected has revealed that are characterized as natives do not portray a significant gap technology usage. Nevertheless, males females tend demonstrate their characteristics differently. Males more likely play computer games acknowledge the many benefits Moreover, boys have better spatial skills they confident mathematics. While still lag behind abilities confidence past, helping close gap. Essentially, girls could strengthen abilities.