Abstract:
Virtual reality has taken the world by storm over the past decade where learners are allowed
to gain experiences that are not possible with ordinary teaching methods. The interactive
technological devices such as GeoGebra have made Euclidean geometry easy to understand
by learners. The current study aimed to investigate the use of technology in the teaching of
Grade 12 Euclidean geometry. This study used a four-dimensional model for teaching with
technology in the investigation. All responses were averaged and normalised to produce an
index for the measurement of the effective technology use in teaching of Euclidean geometry
in Grade 12. The learning style of students contributes significantly to the use of technology
in classes, particularly the audio-visual learning style. Bloemfontein showed a high number
of learners ready to be taught through technology. However, this is in opposition to the
teachers in terms of their age groups and enthusiasm to use technology. In Botshabelo and
Thaba Nchu areas that were previously resource-disadvantaged, the current government has
ensured that technological teaching resources are available where unfortunately their usage
is not satisfactory, ranging from ‘maybe used’ to ‘less use of technology’ in teaching of
Euclidean geometry in classroom. The authorities are therefore advised to hold technology
workshops for senior teachers, reduce class sizes and tighten security in schools to avoid
connecting and disconnecting of technological devices from one classroom to another to
avoid wastage of teaching time.
