Result Summary for Survey:Teacher Computer Technology Survey Sept 2008

Teacher Computer Technology Survey Sept 2008

Administered Sept 2008 - 90 responses

2. How many years have you been teaching?
		Response Average	Response Total	Response Count
Yrs teaching		15.51	1380	89
	answered question			89
	skipped question			1

3. How many years teaching at L-S?
		Response Average	Response Total	Response Count
Yrs @ L-S		10.20	918	90
	answered question			90
	skipped question			0

4. During the 2007-2008 school year, how often did you use computer technology for professional activities such as lesson planning, administrative task, communications, and collaborations?
		Response Percent	Response Count
Nearly every day		97.8%	87
Once a week		0.0%	0
Once a month		1.1%	1
Rarely or never		1.1%	1
	answered question		89
	skipped question		1

5. During the 2007-2008 school year, how often did you use computer technology with students for activities such as research, multimedia, simulations, data interpretation, communications, and collaboration?
		Response Percent	Response Count
Nearly every day		37.8%	34
Once a week		37.8%	34
Once a month		21.1%	19
Rarely or never		3.3%	3
	answered question		90
	skipped question		0

6. During the 2007-2008 school year, how many hours of computer technology professional development did you take?
		Response Average	Response Total	Response Count
Hrs comp tech		5.87	522	89
	answered question			89
	skipped question			1

7. During the 2007-2008 school year, did you receive professional development from a computer technology specialist in your school(including support such as coaching, mentoring and co-teaching)?
		Response Percent	Response Count
Yes		60.7%	54
No		36.0%	32
Unsure		3.4%	3
	answered question		89
	skipped question		1

8. During the 2007-2008 school year, did you take any type of professional development workshops or courses via distance learning/on-line learning?
		Response Percent	Response Count
Yes		25.8%	23
No		73.0%	65
Unsure		1.1%	1
If you answered Yes- what institution			23
	answered question		89
	skipped question		1

9. I know how to: (click all that apply)
		Response Percent	Response Count
Startup and shut down a computer properly		100.0%	90
Navigate using scroll bars, arrow keys and mouse		100.0%	90
Identify components of a computer system, explain their functions and use appropriate terminology in speaking about them		80.0%	72
Save/backup and retrieve files		97.8%	88
Select a printer and change print orientation		96.7%	87
Connect cables and cords correctly		88.9%	80
Use editing and formatting features of a word processor		96.7%	87
Add a Web site to Favorites or Bookmarks for future reference		93.3%	84
Identify basic elements of a Web site(e.g. URL, hyperlinks, etc) and use a URL		85.6%	77
Create and send a message on email		98.9%	89
Forward a message on email		100.0%	90
Apply classroom/lab rules for responsible use of computers		94.4%	85
Explain and comply with the AUP (Acceptable Use Policy)		80.0%	72
Explain copyrights as applied to computer technology use in education, the workplace and society		67.8%	61
Follow appropriate licensing and documentation for all software used		67.8%	61
Explain how media and technology can be misused to distort information		85.6%	77
Explain potential problems caused by viruses		60.0%	54
Follow the proper district procedures in the event of computer issues		66.7%	60
Explain the dangers of social networking sites and chat rooms		82.2%	74
Use computer technology to gather curriculum -specific information		94.4%	85
Integrate computer technology into your curriculum with the assistance of another staff member		92.2%	83
Use email to communicate with colleagues		98.9%	89
	answered question		90
	skipped question		0

10. I know how to: (click all that apply)
		Response Percent	Response Count
Manage and understand the difference between local files and network files		76.7%	69
Save files to protected folders in my network account		81.1%	73
Place documents in my public folder for others to access		67.8%	61
Explain to a student how to log onto the staff network to access documents in my public folder		47.8%	43
Explain to a student how to change the details of the ownership of one of their files in terms of read,write access		47.8%	43
Explain to a student how to place one of their documents into my drop box		50.0%	45
Operate scanners, cameras, projectors, etc		74.4%	67
Resolve basic computer issues		80.0%	72
Use editing and formatting features, insert images into a word processing document		87.8%	79
Create an original spreadsheet(entering formulas, etc)		71.1%	64
Interpret spreadsheet information and produce simple charts from data		65.6%	59
Define terms(field, table, record, etc) and functions of a database		46.7%	42
Create and manipulate images using a graphics program		68.9%	62
Create a multimedia presentation(Keynote, Powerpoint, etc)		87.8%	79
Organize Bookmarks or Favorites into folders for future reference		80.0%	72
Identify and use basic search strategies on the Internet		90.0%	81
Send and open an email attachment		98.9%	89
Use Reply Sender		97.8%	88
Create an address book in an email program		84.4%	76
Use basic assistive technology resources.(change text size, use text-to-speech, change mouse controls, etc)		78.9%	71
Cite electronic sources and model this in the classroom		80.0%	72
Explain and model ethical and legal behavior in copying/downloading files, applications and media		77.8%	70
Ensure responsible uses of technology by students: a including intellectual property b. copyright laws c. effective use of resources and d. environmental concerns		68.9%	62
Design and develop lessons which incorporate technology when appropriate		83.3%	75
Manage student technology activities to optimize learning with available resources(e.g., in a one-computer classroom, computer lab or wireless lab)		74.4%	67
Use appropriate computer technology for all learners		72.2%	65
Create multimedia presentation to communicate curriculum content		73.3%	66
Integrate results of electronic research into classroom instruction		73.3%	66
Locate and enroll in appropriate computer technology professional development activities offered		74.4%	67
	answered question		90
	skipped question		0

11. I know how to: (click all that apply)
		Response Percent	Response Count
Save and import documents in different file formats		88.6%	78
Use a variety of external peripherals and connect them to a computer		69.3%	61
Resolve common technology problems and use proper terminology for communicating them		73.9%	65
Identify, download and use multimedia, graphic, sound and video files		73.9%	65
Use built-in calculating functions in a spreadsheet applications		61.4%	54
Customize formatting of charts of graphs created in spreadsheet. Define and use built-in data functions of a spreadsheet such as sort, filter, find		54.5%	48
Perform simple operations in a database(e.g. browse, sort, search, define field formats, etc)		63.6%	56
Create a multimedia presentation that includes sound, graphics, tables		65.9%	58
Demonstrate effective search strategies on the Internet(e.g. use syntax and Boolean logic operators)		56.8%	50
Share links among users via email		81.8%	72
Create a basic Web page		59.1%	52
Aware of inappropriate web sites and contact appropriate people to block sites		81.8%	72
Evaluate technology resources, including online resources for accuracy and suitability		65.9%	58
Use computer technology to support learner-centered strategies that address all students		67.0%	59
Use the Internet for curriculum development and instruction		90.9%	80
Use appropriate technology tools to enhance one's own curriculum (projectors, laptops, probes, robotics, etc)		80.7%	71
Identify and evaluate developing technologies as they relate to one's subject area		67.0%	59
Manipulate data using charting tools and graphic organizers to connect ideas and organize information		50.0%	44
	answered question		88
	skipped question		2

12. I know how to: (click all that apply)
		Response Percent	Response Count
Identify and use methods for transferring, downloading, and converting graphic, sound and video files. Use different graphic file formats where appropriate.		63.9%	46
Import/export and link data between spreadsheets, databases and other applications.		47.2%	34
Design, create and manipulate an original database		50.0%	36
Create and post a Web page		62.5%	45
Manage assistive technology equipment for diverse learners(alternative keyboards, voice recognition, scanners with OCR)		31.9%	23
Use technology to challenge students to use higher order thinking skills and creativity		77.8%	56
Develop web pages for instruction and communication		51.4%	37
Routinely identify, evaluate and apply emerging technologies as they relate to teaching and learning		54.2%	39
	answered question		72
	skipped question		18

13. What type of computer technology professional workshops should be offered this summer?
		Response Count
		43
	answered question	43
	skipped question	47

14. Should computer technology workshops be offered during Wednesday meeting times?
		Response Percent	Response Count
Yes		67.0%	59
No		9.1%	8
Maybe		23.9%	21
	answered question		88
	skipped question		2

15. What topics should be included in computer technology workshops if offered during 1.5 hours in the Wednesday meeting time?
		Response Count
		50
	answered question	50
	skipped question	40

16. Would you take an on-line course offered in L-S? What would you like to learn?
		Response Count
		46
	answered question	46
	skipped question	44

17. What do you use the school web site for (www.lsrhs.net). Check all that apply
		Response Percent	Response Count
Nothing		2.2%	2
Daily Announcements		85.4%	76
Creating web pages for as an instructional tool for my classes		34.8%	31
Checking out information in terms of what's happening at L-S		76.4%	68
Other		19.1%	17
Other (please specify)			22
	answered question		89
	skipped question		1

18. What do you use iPASS for? Check all that apply
		Response Percent	Response Count
Nothing		0.0%	0
Student schedules		97.8%	87
Staff schedules		94.4%	84
Daily attendance		97.8%	87
Nurse's log		84.3%	75
Student grades		85.4%	76
Student photos		93.3%	83
Quarter grades		91.0%	81
Rank book		57.3%	51
Events calendar		51.7%	46
Room Use Viewer		66.3%	59
View or print a class list		94.4%	84
Cafeteria menu		16.9%	15
L-S Staff directory		84.3%	75
L-S Grade cards		68.5%	61
Other		12.4%	11
Other (please specify)			15
	answered question		89
	skipped question		1

19. What issues would you like the iPASS advisory group to address?
		Response Count
		20
	answered question	20
	skipped question	70