A Bitter Pill to Swallow: Is Tablet Technology the Answer to a Catch-up Curriculum?

This literature review looks at the use of tablets within educational settings. Specifically, it outlines three main areas of rationale for their use: pedagogical change, 21st century learning, and logistical and economic considerations. We believe this is of additional relevance due to the current pandemic and potential opportunity for
incorporating technology into a postlockdown ‘catch-up curriculum’. The use of tablets evaluated here does not look at the effectiveness of online learning; instead, it
focuses on their use in classrooms, specifically using tablets as a resource for research and learning, much like an encyclopaedia. We evaluate the benefits of using this type of technology to enhance learning and conclude that, although tablets can be used successfully, this is not always the correct option.