Abstract
Technology has changed the world we live in today. Classrooms all over the world have started utilising technological tools in their instruction to improve student’s performance. This includes the three primary schools in Fuvahmulah City, Maldives, where this research was conducted. The main aim of this research was to explore the impacts of modern technology on students from teachers’ perspectives. The case study design was used in this qualitative research. Data was gathered primarily through semi-structured interviews with six participants. Findings reveal some positive impacts from the implementation of technology, which include positive student engagement, better catering for diverse learners and improved education quality. The negative impacts identified were in terms of health problems, deteriorating writing and speaking skills, misuse of technology, distraction and breach of academic integrity. The pedagogical implications of this study are also discussed.
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