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Table 1 Summary of exploration factor analysis for student attitude towards smart learning scale

From: In their own voices: a nationwide study of students’ attitudes towards the implementation of smart learning environments in UAE schools

 

Items

Factor I

Factor II

Factor III

1

I am familiar and I can understand the technology available at my school

0.33

  

2

The technology available in my school matches with Students’ abilities/ skills/ Interests

0.44

  

3

The practice of supporting students to learn with technology in school and home has been properly implemented

0.30

  

4

The current technology supports the Inclusion and Learning of all students including those with disability (determination) in Schools

0.47

  

5

the current technology in schools ensures the safe and efficient use of digital resources to learn in school and the community

  

0.30

6

As a student, I am supported to develop technological skills needed to be a successful digital learner

 

0.43

 

7

The existing digital learning resources and tools are accessible to students

 

0.58

 

8

The Current use of technology in schools promotes the motivation, confidence and independence in student

 

0.38

 

9

My teachers have a wide range of skills to teach and guide us to learn effectively using digital tool

 

0.42

 

10

The current technology in schools supports the parental engagement with the school and the community

  

0.39

11

There is an official training in schools to ensure the appropriate and effective use of the online systems and tools

  

0.62

12

The online assessment systems are effective

  

0.42

13

My learning progress, feedback and performance (grades) is effectively measured with digital systems

 

0.32

 

14

I have the appropriate ICT knowledge and skills to complete assignments and tasks through online assessment systems (e.g. Swift assess)

 

0.37

 

15

The classrooms are equipped with reliable high-speed internet and digital tools for learning

  

0.85