Surveys 2014 February P Perceptions of Computers and Technology

Perceptions of Computers and Technology Perceptions of Computers and Technology

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Purpose: This survey is designed to gain a better understanding of how educators use technology in the classroom and their level of experience with computers. The survey includes sections addressing level of confidence, skill, support, and uses of computers and technology in classroom practices. At any point in time you may exit the survey or skip questions. Responses will be kept strictly confidential and individual responses will not be identified or reported. Your participation is voluntary. Thank you for your time and interest.       Background Information: Please tell us about yourself       Gender   Male   Female       Age   50 years or more   31-49 years   30 years or less       Teaching Experience   26 years or more   11-25 years   10 years or less       Highest Degree Earned:   Bachelors   Masters   Specialist (Ed.S)   Doctorate   Other (Please Specify)         Content Area   Business/Computers   English/Foreign Language   Fine Arts   Math/Science   Social Studies   Multiple Disciplines   Special Education   Other         Preparation for Computer Use       Directions: For the following items please select the one response that best reflects the extent to which you have acquired computer skills from the following sources.       Not at All To a Small Extent To a Moderate Extent To a Great Extent Entirely As part of your undergraduate or graduate coursework Workshops (e.g., professional development) Independent learning (e.g., online tutorials or books) Interaction with other faculty/staff     To what extent do you think the following types of computer education would be beneficial to you? Not at All To a Small Extent To a Moderate Extent To a Great Extent Entirely Introductory computer skills Specific applications (e.g. spreadsheet, SMART board) Specialized training on integrating technology into the classroom       Confidence and Comfort Using Computers       Directions: Please read the following statements and circle the one response that best reflects your level of agreement.       Strongly disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree I have adequate training in using computers. I use computers effectively in my teaching. I am comfortable giving computer assignments to my students. The computer enhances my teaching. I am comfortable using computers during instruction in a multimedia classroom. My use of computer technology enhances student performance. Incorporating multi-media into lessons enhances teaching. I am comfortable with computer terminology. I am developing expertise in the uses of technology in the classroom.       General Institutional Support       Directions: Please read the following items and select the one response that best represents your level of agreement.       Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree I have adequate time to learn technology skills. I have sufficient access to technology. I receive a sufficient level of technology related support from my school. Faculty members encourage the use of technology. The administration supports technology related training. The administration actively encourages the use of technology in the classroom. The administration actively encourages the use of technology outside the classroom. The technical support staff adequately assists me in problem solving and trouble shooting. I have to contact the technical support staff several times before I get assistance. Our technical support staff shows me techniques to integrate computer technology into the classroom.       Integration of Technology into the Classroom       Directions: Listed below are teaching modes in which technology may be used. Indicate how often you use technology in each teaching mode. If you feel an item does not apply then select NA.       Not at All Once a Month or Less Once a Week Several Times a Week Every Day N/A Small group instruction Individual instruction Cooperative groups To tutor To promote student centered learning As a research tool for students As a problem solving/decision making tool As a productivity tool (to create charts, reports, or other products) As a classroom presentation tool As a communication tool (e.g. email, electronic discussion)       Attitudes Towards Computer Use       Directions: The following statements address general attitudes towards computer use. Please circle the one answer that best reflects your level of agreement.       Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree I would like every student in my classes to have access to a computer. Computer skills are essential to my students. I feel tense when people start talking about computers. I feel pressure from others to integrate the computer more into my classroom. I would like my students to be able to use the computer more. Computers are dehumanizing. I avoid the computer whenever possible. The use of computers should be confined to computer courses. I like using computers to solve complex problems. More training would increase my use of the computer in the classroom. Strongly Disagree Disagree Neutral Agree Strongly Agree Computers diminish my role as a teacher. Computers should be incorporated into the classroom curriculum. Computers make my job easier. Computers further the gap between students along socio-economic lines. Learning computer skills make high demands of my professional time. I can help others solve computer problems. Computers enhance classroom instruction.