Perceptions of Computers & Technology

College Of Education
University Of South Florida

Purpose: This study 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 teaching. 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.

Please tell us about yourself:

Name of your school:

Gender: Male Female

Race/Ethnicity:

Native American/American Indian Asian/Pacific Islander
African American Hispanic
White/non-Hispanic Other

Highest degree earned:

Bachelors Masters
Specialist (Ed.S) Doctorate
Other

What subject area(s) do you teach? (Check all that apply)

English Art/Music
Math Media/Technology Specialist
Physical Education Special Education
Science Vocational Education
Social Studies Reading
Other

Total teaching experience in years:

What grade level(s) do you currently teach? (Check all that apply)

Pre-K Kindergarten
First Second
Third Fourth
Fifth Sixth
Seventh Eighth
Ninth Tenth
Eleventh Twelfth
Adult

Average number of students per class:

Number of computers in your classroom used for instruction:

How many years have you been using computers in your classroom for instruction?

Do you have access to a computer lab? Yes No

If yes, how many hours each week do your students use the lab?

Teacher Preparation For Computer Use

Directions: For the following items please select the one response that best reflects the extent to which you've acquired computer skills from the following sources. 1 = not at all
2 = to a small extent
3 = to a moderate extent
4 = to a great extent
5 = entirely
As part of your undergraduate coursework
1 2 3 4 5
Inservice courses/workshops
1 2 3 4 5
Independent learning (e.g., online tutorials or books)
1 2 3 4 5
Interaction with other faculty/staff
1 2 3 4 5
Distance Learning courses
1 2 3 4 5
To what extent do you think the following types of
computer education would be beneficial to you?		 1 = not at all
2 = to a small extent
3 = to a moderate extent
4 = to a great extent
5 = entirely
Introductory computer skills
1 2 3 4 5
Specific applications (e.g., spreadsheet, desktop publishing)
1 2 3 4 5
Specialized training on integrating the computer into the classroom
1 2 3 4 5

Confidence And Comfort Using Computers

Directions: Please read the following statements and select the one response that best reflects your level of agreement. 1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
I have had adequate training in using computers.
1 2 3 4 5
I use computers effectively in my classroom.
1 2 3 4 5
I am comfortable giving computer assignments to my students.
1 2 3 4 5
The computer enhances my teaching.
1 2 3 4 5
I am comfortable using computers during classroom instruction.
1 2 3 4 5
1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
My use of computer technology enhances student performance.
1 2 3 4 5
Incorporating multi-media into lessons enhances teaching.
1 2 3 4 5
I am comfortable with computer terminology.
1 2 3 4 5
I am developing expertise in the uses of technology in the classroom.
1 2 3 4 5

General School Support

Directions: Please read the following items and select the one response that best represents your level of agreement. 1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
I have adequate time to learn computer skills.
1 2 3 4 5
I have sufficient access to computers at my school.
1 2 3 4 5
I receive a sufficient level of computer related support at my school.
1 2 3 4 5
Faculty members encourage the use of computers.
1 2 3 4 5
The administration supports computer related training.
1 2 3 4 5
The administration actively encourages the use of computers in the classroom.
1 2 3 4 5
The administration actively encourages the use of computers outside the classroom.
1 2 3 4 5

Types Of Software Used To Complete School Related Activities

1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day		 Directions: For each type of software please select your response to indicate how often you use the software (on the left) and how often your students use the software (on the right) to complete school related activities. If you feel an item does not apply then select (NA). 1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day
My Use
My students' Use
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Word processors
(e.g., AppleWorks, MS Word, ClarisWorks)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Spreadsheets
(e.g., Excel, Lotus)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Databases
(e.g., FileMaker Pro, Access)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Desktop publishing programs
(e.g., Pagemaker, Printshop)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Presentation software
(e.g., PowerPoint, Persuation, Hyperstudio)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Web publishing programs
(e.g., FrontPage, PageMill)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Graphics programs
(e.g., PhotoShop, FreeHand)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day		 1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day
My Use
My students' Use
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Drill and Practice
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Games
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Simulations
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Tutorials
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Integrated Learning Systems
(e.g., Josten, CCC)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Web browsers
(e.g., Netscape Communicator, Internet Explorer)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Programming/authoring tools
(e.g., AuthorWare, Java, Visual Basic)
1 2 3 4 5 NA

Integration Of Computers Into The Classroom

Directions: Listed below are teaching modes in which computers may be used. Indicate how often you use computers in each teaching mode. If you feel an item does not apply the select (NA). 1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day
Small group instruction
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Individual instruction
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Cooperative Groups
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a reward
1 2 3 4 5 NA
Independent learning
1 2 3 4 5 NA
To tutor
1 2 3 4 5 NA
1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day
To promote student centered learning
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a research tool for students
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a problem solving/decision making tool
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a productivity tool (to create charts, reports or other products)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a classroom presentation tool
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a communication tool (e.g., email, electronic discussion)
1 2 3 4 5 NA

Your Personal Use Of Computers

Directions: Please read each statement and select the one response that best reflects the frequency of your computer use. If you feel an item does not apply then select (NA). 1 = not at all
2 = once a month or less
3 = once a week
4 = several times a week
5 = every day
For Multimedia activities (e.g., CD-ROM, laserdiscs)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
For fun/entertainment related activities
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a communication tool (e.g., e-mail, electronic discussion)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a productivity tool (to create charts, reports or other products)
1 2 3 4 5 NA
As a research tool
1 2 3 4 5 NA

Technical Support

Does your school have an on-site computer support specialist or technology coordinator?
Yes
No
Don't Know
If No or Don't Know, then skip this section and move on to the next section.
If Yes, how many computer support specialists/coordinators does your school have?

Are your specialists/coordinators Full Time Part Time Don't know ?

 

 1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
The on-site computer specialist adequately assists me in problem solving and trouble shooting.
1 2 3 4 5
The on-site computer specialist is dedicated to helping teachers.
1 2 3 4 5
I have adequate access to our on-site computer specialist.
1 2 3 4 5
I have to contact our specialist several times before I get assistance.
1 2 3 4 5
Our computer specialist shows me techniques to integrate computer technology into the classroom.
1 2 3 4 5

Attitudes Towards Computer Use

Directions: The following statements address general attitudes towards computer use. Please select the one answer that best reflects your level of agreement. 1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
I would like every student in my classes to have access to a computer.
1 2 3 4 5
Computer skills are essential to my students.
1 2 3 4 5
I feel tense when people start talking about computers.
1 2 3 4 5
I feel pressure from others to integrate the computer more into my classroom.
1 2 3 4 5
I would like my student to be able to use the computer more.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers are dehumanizing.
1 2 3 4 5
I avoid the computer whenever possible.
1 2 3 4 5
1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
Computer instruction is just another fad.
1 2 3 4 5
The use of computers should be confined to computer courses.
1 2 3 4 5
I like using the computer to solve complex problem.
1 2 3 4 5
More training would increase my use of the computer in the classroom.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers diminish my role as a teacher.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers should be incorporated into the classroom curriculum.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers make my job easier.
1 2 3 4 5
1 = strongly disagree
2 = disagree
3 = neutral
4 = agree
5 = strongly agree
Computers further the gap between students along socio-economic lines.
1 2 3 4 5
Computer skills will help me as a professional.
1 2 3 4 5
Learning computers make high demands on my professional time.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers change my role as a teacher.
1 2 3 4 5
I can help others solve computer problems.
1 2 3 4 5
Computers enhance classroom instruction.
1 2 3 4 5