Teacher Technology Survey - May 2002
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  1. For which subjects do you use instructional software (software designed to help students learn specific concepts)?
    Language Arts
    Math
    Science
    Social Studies
    Music
    Health/Physical Education
    Foreign Language
    Art
    None


  1. How many instructional software programs do you use throughout the year?
    None
    A few
    Several


  1. For what purpose(s) do you use instructional software program(s?
    Drill & practice
    Simulations
    Tutorials
    Assessment
    Instructional supplement
    Reward
    Help with special needs students
    Do not use instructional software


  1. What technology tools do you have students use to help improve writing?
    word processing
    idea generators
    concept mapping
    outlining tools
    grammar and spelling checkers
    desktop publishing
    None of the above
    None - students do not write in my classes


  1. What components do your student research projects or activities include?
    Use of secondary sources only (books, magazines, reference material).
    Use of primary and secondary sources.
    Use of electronic resources.
    Collection of original data to answer a genuine question.
    Tools such as computerized probes and sensors, online surveys and interviews, etc.
    Multidisciplinary units and activities
    Word processed report
    Cite electronic and other sources
    Information organized in spreadsheets or databases.
    Power Point presentation
    None of the above.
    None - my classes do not do research.


  1. In what ways do you use technology to modify instructional delivery?
    Occasionally use presentation equipment with teacher-directed, whole group instruction.
    Frequently use presentation equipment with teacher-directed, whole group instruction.
    Use technology to help deliver one-on-one or self-paced instruction.
    Use a variety of delivery methods and student grouping strategies throughout the year.
    Seldom or never use technology for instruction.
    Provide access to online instructional resources through my Web page.


  1. What method(s) do you use to assess student performance?
    Objective written tests.
    Subjective evaluation of performances or projects.
    Assessment tools such as checklists, rubrics and benchmarks.
    Student self-assessment or peer assessment.
    Physical or electronic portfolios.
    Computer-based or online tests or surveys.


  1. How do you individualize instruction?
    Curriculum or instruction only modified for special needs students.
    Occasionally students have a choice of assignments.
    Extra skill remediation is provided before or after school.
    An individual learning plan is designed for each student.
    Individual student progress toward specific learning objectives is tracked using a computerized tool.
    All non-special needs students must meet the same learning objectives within the same time frame.


  1. What application software did you have your students use regularly (monthly or more) this year?
    Word (word processor)
    Power Point (presentation)
    Internet Explorer (Web browser)
    Excel (spreadsheet)
    Front Page (HTML editor)
    Multimedia (e.g. Hyperstudio)
    Access (database)
    Inspiration (brainstorming, organizing)
    Library databases
    None


  1. What application software did you have your students use frequently (several times) this year?
    Word (word processor)
    Power Point (presentation)
    Internet Explorer (Web browser)
    Excel (spreadsheet)
    Front Page (HTML editor)
    Multimedia (e.g. Hyperstudio)
    Access (database)
    Inspiration (brainstorming, organizing)
    Library databases
    None


  1. What application software did you have your students use infrequently (1-3 times) during the year?
    Word (word processor)
    Power Point (presentation)
    Internet Explorer (Web browser)
    Excel (spreadsheet)
    Front Page (HTML editor)
    Multimedia (e.g. Hyperstudio)
    Access (database)
    Inspiration (brainstorming, organizing)
    Library databases
    None


  1. How do you determine if the use of instructional technology has made or could make a difference in your students' learning or classroom climate?
    Share with other teachers anecdotal information and observations.
    Observation of students in my classroom.
    Comparison of standardized test scores.
    Comparison of grades or other assessment measures.
    Research data.
    None of the above.


  1. Overall, what is your impression of the impact of the use of technology on student learning?
    Detracts from learning the content
    Little or no impact
    It helps somewhat.
    Students more motivated, increased learning.
    Major impact on both learning and teaching process.


  1. How do you use technology for professional growth and communication?
    Find lesson plans and do research online for information related to the content of my classes.
    Correspond with parents and other teachers/professionals using e-mail.
    Read electronic newsletters or journals.
    Subscribe to listservs related to education or content areas.
    Take part in distance learning opportunities.
    Participate in education-related electronic discussion groups and chat rooms.
    Maintain a Web site with information on classes.
    None of the above.


  1. Indicate what technology training or projects you have been involved in since last spring, or will will be involved in this spring or summer.
    TWT - Albertson's summer training
    Lewis-Clark Rediscovery Project
    Lewis-Clark Rediscovery Training
    Marco Polo Training
    Accelerated Math Training
    Skills Connection Training
    Other - specify below


  1. Describe any "Other" training classes or projects you have been involved in the past year.


  1. Approximately how many hours of technology-related training have you had this year (June 2001 to present)? Consider both formal and informal training, conferences attended, etc.


  1. In what areas would you like more training provided next school year?
    Troubleshooting hardware and software problems
    Using my Web site for instruction and communication.
    Creating Web Quests
    Engaged Learning Models (Project-based, Learn by design, Inquiry-based)
    Using Internet-based Educational Resources
    Integrade Pro
    Working with multimedia
    Electronic portfolios
    Other - specify below


  1. Describe any "Other" training you would like to receive next year.


  1. Comments, concerns, suggestions????





Señora Newby
Kamiah, ID