BHUA Teacher Technology Survey
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Name of Person Completing Survey |
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In which area of your professional responsibilities as a teacher has technology had the greatest impact? (check one) |
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Teaching and instructional support (i.e.: presenting lesson plans, facilitating a project-based learning activity, or researching information) Student assessment (i.e.: online testing or student portfolios) Classroom management activities (i.e.: tracking attendance or word processing sheets) Communications (i.e.: emails, newsletters, or class websites) Professional Development (i.e.: skill training or reading articles about teaching with technology) I do not use technology for any of these tasks. |
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What obstacles do you face in using technology with your students? (Check all that apply.) |
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I do not have enough technology knowledge to use the computers effectively with my students.
I do not believe there is a necessity for computer use by the students. My subject area does lend itself to computer use by the students. Computers are outdated or broken frequently. Access time to internet is too slow. I do not have the necessary software. Lack of time. I do not know how to integrate technology. No obstacles. |
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What, if any, obstacles do you face in using technology and the Internet at school for professional tasks? (check only 4) |
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Not enough computers Computers that don’t work or are outdated Slow access time to get on the Internet Computers are not in a convenient location Outdated Software Lack of software or Websites that support State Standards Lack of time in school day Lack of timely technology support when things don’t work School filters and firewalls Lack of support from our administrators Limited knowledge on how to use the technology Limited understanding of how to integrate technology Other No obstacles |
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Do your working conditions (including access to technology) encourage or discourage your use of technology? |
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Mostly encourage
Mostly discourage Mixed bag |
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If you were responsible for buying technology for your building, what would you buy? |
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Fast, wireless Internet access throughout the school.
A newer computer in every classroom specifically for student use. Digital cameras and video equipment. A rolling cart of wireless laptops to sign out for classroom use. MS Word MS Powerpoint MS Excel Updated computers in the classroom. Enough computers for a computer lab |
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What arrangement would work best for you and help you use computers more often? |
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Roll in 10 student wireless laptops & a printer on a cart
2 student PC's in each room 3 - 4 student PC's in each room Visit the computer lab LCD or Flat panel permanently installed in my classroom with PC access to the internet |
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Based on space available and need, what is the optimum number of computers for your classroom? |
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One Two Three Four Five |
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Which of the following professional development opportunities does your school need? Check all that apply. |
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Basic Computer Skills (use of operating systems and parts of the computer)
Advanced Technology Skills (use of website development software, PDAs, GPS, video production, etc.) Email Communication Basic Productivity Skills (word processing, spreadsheets, databases and presentation) Integration of Technology (use of technology resources in classroom instruction) Use of Electronic Grade books Classroom Internet Research Writing Professional Growth Plans Attend the Tennessee Educational Technology Conference December 10-12, 2008 in Nashville, TN WorldBook Online Workshop Online Professional Development Other (please share opportunity in the "Comments" section below) None |
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Has the professional development you have received at Brinkley Heights Urban Academy adequately prepared you for using technology for instruction? |
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Very Much
Somewhat Not at all Does not apply - this is my first year at BHUA |
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Do you prefer technology staff development (to learn new skills and integration techniques)… |
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During the year after school During the summer Self-training via CD's, manuals, or on-line |
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Thinking about your own technology skills, do you consider yourself… |
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A Beginner Tech User – my skills are not as developed as they should be at this point in my career
An Average Tech User – my skills are adequete to meet my basic techological needs An Advanced Tech User – my skills border on the expert level |
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Thinking about the other teachers at your school, do you consider yourself... |
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An Advanced Tech User – more expert than most of my colleagues
An Average Tech User – the same as most of my colleagues A Beginner Tech User – below the skills of most my colleagues Do not know - this is my first year at BHUA |
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Do you find that your hardware problems (excluding software issues) are repaired in: |
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1 hour
2 - 3 hours 1 day 2 - 5 days 1 - 2 weeks 3 - 4 weeks More than 4 weeks Never Do not know - this is my first year at BHUA |
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Do you find that your requests for help with software are addressed: |
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Within 1 hour
Within 2 - 3 hours Within 1 day Within 2 - 5 days Within 1 week 2 - 4 weeks More than 4 weeks Never Do not know - this is my first year at BHUA |
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How does effective use of technology rank as a priority for your school administrators this past year? |
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Low
High Not a Priority this past year Do not know - this is my first year at BHUA |
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Which of these professional tasks do you do weekly using technology? (Check all that apply). |
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Keep records such as grades and attendance Word processing of tests, handouts, other materials Prepare lesson plans Present lessons Facilitate project-based learning activities Learn about state and/or district standards Communicate with students and parents Communicate with your colleagues Communicate with administrators Participate in on-line professional development Research information for your students Conduct student assessments Seek peer-to-peer advice and counseling |
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Teachers have good ideas on how technology could be better used at their school. Please share with us one or two of your good ideas. |
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Please share any other comments you would like about technology and it's use at Brinkley Heights Urban Academy. |