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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.