Use of Technology in Childcare Centers for Ages 0 to 3 in Northeastern Mexico: Results of Quality Measurement

Abstract

This article presents the results of a study that evaluates the quality of early childhood education in the state of Tamaulipas, northeastern Mexico, using the ITERS-R scale (Infant and Toddler Environment Rating Scale). The rating scale consists of 39 items organized into seven subscales. For the purposes of this article, reference is made to the Activities subscale containing item 23: Use of televisions, videos and/or computers. The results of the study show that the quality regarding the use of information and communication technologies in the educational centers observed is in the minimum to good range. These results show the areas of opportunity for the integration of technology in early childhood education as a factor that can favor child development and improve the quality of early education centers.