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The Journey of Digital Transformation: Needs and Challenges Among Hong Kong Kindergarten Educators (104288)
Session Chair: Reza Gholami
Monday, 11 May 2026 09:55
Session: Session 1
Room: Room G401 (4F)
Presentation Type: Oral Presentation
This study examines the needs and challenges encountered by kindergarten teachers in Hong Kong during the digital transformation in early childhood education. Employing a descriptive quantitative methodology, data were gathered through a self-administered questionnaire, resulting in a total of 50 completed responses from kindergarten teachers. The study utilized a mixed-methods framework, which integrated closed-ended inquiries appropriate for quantitative evaluation alongside open-ended queries that permitted thematic exploration of teachers' personal experiences. This comprehensive approach revealed critical insights into the technological challenges, resource limitations, and cognitive barriers that teachers encounter. Findings suggest that while there is an acknowledgment of the importance of digital resources in enhancing instructional effectiveness, teachers largely contend with insufficient resources, limited time, and a lack of adequate technical training. Furthermore, participants expressed substantial demands for ongoing professional assistance and specialized training initiatives. Recommendations for enhancing institutional resource distribution and support systems emerged as crucial for addressing teachers' issues. This study provides essential knowledge to guide policy developments and professional training aimed at transforming the landscape of kindergarten education in Hong Kong.
Authors:
Pinky Ho-Ching Liu, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong
William Ko-Wai Tang, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong
Paul Yau-Ho Wong, Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong
About the Presenter(s)
Ms Pinky Ho-Ching Liu is currently a lecturer of Hong Kong Metropolitan University, Hong Kong, China.
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