OurIMPACT

Technology Integration Report

Sample School System
Spring 2004

 

 

 

This report prepared by
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Contents   

1

OurIMPACT - Technology Integration Report

Sample School System

Spring, 2004

PART ONE - Information about me and my class  …………………………..      3

 

 

PART TWOFrequency and type of technology use by STUDENTS 

 

 

PART THREE Technology in class ASSIGNMENTS 

 

PART FOURTechnology in TEACHING TASKS 

 

PART FIVEGeneral technology PROFICIENCY 

 

PART SIXTechnology PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

 

PART SEVENPerceptions of technology SUPPORT

 



 

 

PART ONE - Information about me and my class

 

 

 

 

 School or Teacher Identifier

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

Sample School One

4

57.1%

Sample School Two

2

28.6%

Sample School Three

1

14.3%

 

 


 

 

 

 

Subjects Taught

 

Choice

Count

Percent of Sample

Arts

3

42.9%

English

3

42.9%

Math

3

42.9%

Science

3

42.9%

Social Studies

6

85.7%

Computer Applications

2

28.6%

Driver Education

4

57.1%

Foreign Language

4

57.1%

Health

2

28.6%

Physical Education

5

71.4%

Other

3

42.9%


 

 

 

 

 

Grade Levels

 

Choice

Count

Percent of Sample

Pre-K

3

42.9%

K

3

42.9%

1

3

42.9%

2

3

42.9%

3

3

42.9%

4

6

85.7%

5

2

28.6%

6

3

42.9%

7

3

42.9%

8

2

28.6%

9

2

28.6%

10

4

57.1%

11

5

71.4%

12

3

42.9%

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

Average class size

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

1-5

0

0.0%

6-10

0

0.0%

11-15

0

0.0%

16-20

0

0.0%

21-25

0

0.0%

26-30

1

14.3%

31-35

1

14.3%

36-40

0

0.0%

41-45

0

0.0%

46-50

0

0.0%

50+

0

0.0%

 

 


 

 

 

Number of computers in your classroom

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

1

0

0.0%

2

0

0.0%

3

0

0.0%

4

0

0.0%

5

0

0.0%

6

0

0.0%

7

0

0.0%

8

1

14.3%

9

1

14.3%

10

0

0.0%

11-15

0

0.0%

16-20

0

0.0%

21-25

0

0.0%

26-30

0

0.0%

30-40

0

0.0%

40-50

0

0.0%

50+

0

0.0%


 

 

How many of your classroom computers are connected to the Internet?

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

1

0

0.0%

2

0

0.0%

3

0

0.0%

4

0

0.0%

5

0

0.0%

6

0

0.0%

7

0

0.0%

8

1

14.3%

9

0

0.0%

10

0

0.0%

11-15

0

0.0%

16-20

0

0.0%

21-25

0

0.0%

26-30

0

0.0%

30-40

0

0.0%

40-50

0

0.0%

50+

0

0.0%

 

 

 

 

 

Are you able to search your Library Media Center collection from your classroom computer? (5.10)

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

Yes

3

42.9%

No

2

28.6%

Not Sure

2

28.6%

 

 


 

 

 

 



Are you able to use the Alabama Virtual Library from your classroom computer?

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

Yes

3

42.9%

No

2

28.6%

Not Sure

2

28.6%

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

Do you have access to computers in the Media Center or computer lab for use with your class?

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

Yes

4

57.1%

No

2

28.6%

Not Sure

1

14.3%

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

If you answered

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

Daily

3

42.9%

2-3 day a week

0

0.0%

Once a week

4

57.1%

2-3 times per month

0

0.0%

2-3 times per semester

0

0.0%

Seldom or never

0

0.0%

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

How many minutes in length is an average session?

 

Choice

Count

Percentage Answered

1-10

2

28.6%

11-20

1

14.3%

21-30

0

0.0%

31-40

2

28.6%

41-50

1

14.3%

51-60

0

0.0%

60+

1

14.3%

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

In my school, MY students have access to the following technology devices:

 

Choice

Count

Percent of Sample

Digital camera

7

100.0%

Scanner

3

42.9%

Modern Printer (network, laser, color)

4

57.1%

Digital projector OR TV display

4

57.1%

Assistive Devices (as needed)

5

71.4%

 

 


 

 

PART TWO Frequency and type of technology use by STUDENTS

 

 

 

Q 2  Please indicate below the frequency and type of technology use BY YOUR STUDENTS WHILE IN YOUR CLASS: - A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Open-ended or inquiry-based learning projects that involve use of technology (1.1, 2.3)

2

0

0

0

0

5

29%

Projects that require active involvement and decision-making by students using technology (2.3, 2.4)

1

1

0

2

0

3

57%

Projects that students work on collaboratively using technology (2.3, 2.4)

1

0

2

1

1

2

   71%

Projects using technology that reflect real-world issues or uses (1.1, 2.3)

1

0

0

3

0

3

57%


 

Q 3 Technology use by STUDENTS in your class. – A

 

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Communicating via email, presentation software, Webpages, online bulletin boards, or other tools of technology (2.4)

0

0

1

0

2

4

43%

Using spreadsheets to solve problems (1.4, 1.9, 2.3, 4.7)

0

0

1

1

2

3

   57%

Using a database program to access or manage data (1.4, 5.4)

0

0

0

1

4

2

   71%

Using Internet resources to solve a problem or make decisions (1.4, 5.4)

0

2

0

3

0

2

71%

Q 4 Technology use by STUDENTS in your class. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Using presentation software to organize or present class content (1.4, 2.3, 2.4, 4.7)

0

0

1

0

5

1

71%

Using the Internet to research a topic under class discussion or to access information needed for the lesson (1.4, 1.8, 1.9, 2.2, 2.5, 5.4)

0

1

0

2

3

1

86%

Using the Alabama Virtual Library resources to solve a problem or answer a question related to classroom content (1.4, 1.8, 1.9, 2.2, 2.5)

2

0

0

1

3

1

   86%

Creating Webpages related to class content (2.3, 2.4, 4.7)

0

5

0

0

1

1

86%



Q 5 Technology use by STUDENTS in your class. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Taking a test or completing an assessment on the computer (2.6)

0

0

1

3

0

3

57%

Using tutorial or drill and practice software to meet local, state, or national content standards (i.e., local curriculum frameworks, state Courses of Study, AHSGE, SAT skills, etc.) (1.9)

0

0

2

3

1

1

86%

Use spreadsheets, graphing software, or databases for data analysis (1.5)

0

0

0

3

3

1

  86%

resources or the Internet (5.4)

0

0

0

1

2

4

43%

Q 6 Technology use by STUDENTS in your class. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Receiving course content via distance learning or online courses (5.4)

0

0

1

0

3

3

57%

Students are shown how to use a specific technology tool or software application to complete an assignment (4.4)

0

0

2

1

1

3

57%

Students view Internet or other digital content or slide presentation used by the teacher to enrich or supplement the lesson (3.5, 4.4)

0

0

2

3

1

1

   86%

Other (please specify below)

0

1

1

2

3

0

100%

 

 

 

 

Q 6b Other:

• none

 

 


 

 

PART THREE Technology in class ASSIGNMENTS


Q 7 Technology in ASSIGNMENTS in your class. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Students use email to complete an assignment (4.7, 5.7)

3

0

2

0

2

0

100%

Students use word processor (typing software) to complete assignments or projects (1.4, 1.9, 2.3, 4.7)

0

2

1

1

2

1

86%

Students use drawing tools or graphics to complete projects or assignments (1.8, 1.9, 2.2, 2.5, 4.7)

0

0

3

2

1

1

   86%

Students use Alabama Virtual Library to complete an assignment (1.8, 4.7)

0

2

1

1

2

1

86%

Q 8  Technology in ASSIGNMENTS in your class. - A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Students use a printer to complete projects or assignments (1.9, 4.7)

0

1

3

0

3

0

100%

Students use a scanner to complete projects or assignments (1.8, 1.9, 2.2, 4.7)

0

1

0

6

0

0

100%

Students use a digital/video camera to complete projects or assignments (1.8, 1.9, 2.2, 4.7)

0

1

5

0

0

1

86%

Students use software such as multimedia dictionaries, encyclopedias, almanacs, and other resource software to complete assignments (1.8, 1.9, 4.7)

0

3

2

0

1

1

86%

 

 

 


Q 8b Other:

• accordian

 • violin

 • violin

 

 


 

 

PART FOUR Technology in TEACHING TASKS

 


 

 

Q9  Technology in TEACHING TASKS. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Use word-processing, spreadsheet, drawing tools, and/or database software to create instructional materials (1.4, 3.1, 3.5, 4.3, 4.4)

4

0

0

1

0

2

71%

Deliver classroom instruction using presentation software (3.5, 4.4)

1

1

0

3

1

1

86%

Use Internet and/or electronic resource software to gather information for lesson planning and/or delivery (3.5, 4.4)

1

0

5

0

1

0

100%

Deliver classroom instruction using the Internet or other software resources (3.5, 4.4)

1

0

0

3

1

2

71%

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

Q10  Technology in TEACHING TASKS. - A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Design learning activities that incorporate the use of technology by students (3.5, 4.4)

0

1

0

2

0

4

43%

Use technology to collect data and monitor student progress (2.6, 4.3)

0

1

1

3

0

2

 

   71%

Use performance-based scoring guides (such as rubrics, checklists, etc.) to assess student technology projects (1.2, 2.1)

0

2

1

1

2

1

86%

Use multiple assessment strategies linked to state standards to assess technology use by students (2.1)

0

1

3

0

3

0

100%

 

 

 

 


 


 

Q11  Technology in TEACHING TASKS. - A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Use email and/or the school network to communicate with colleagues regarding instructional matters (4.3)

0

0

2

0

5

0

100%

Use technology to communicate with parents (email, newsletters, web pages, progress reports) (4.1, 5.8)

0

1

3

0

1

2

71%

Use technology resources (hardware, software, email, Internet, AVL, etc.) beyond school hours to enhance your teaching (4.6)

0

1

1

1

3

1

86%

Use the computer to record student grades and/or attendance (4.3)

0

1

1

2

2

1

86%

 

 

 

 


 

 

Q12  Technology in TEACHING TASKS. – A

 

Topic

Daily

2-3 day a week

Once a week

2-3 times per month

2-3 times per semester

Seldom or never

IMPACT
%

Submit lesson plans for approval via school network (4.3)

0

2

4

1

0

0

100%

Use technology to collect and analyze data to make adjustments to your curriculum

0

1

1

2

1

2

71%

Use the Alabama Virtual Library to gather information for lesson planning and/or delivery (3.5, 4.4)

0

0

2

3

1

1

86%

 

 

 

 


 

 

PART FIVE General technology PROFICIENCY

 

 

 Q13  Technology GENERAL PROFICIENCY – A

 

Topic

No access

No proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Can serve as a resource

IMPACT
%

General knowledge and use of the computer operating system (Windows or Macintosh) (3.1)

1

0

3

2

0

1

86%

Use of word processing software (3.1)

1

0

1

3

0

2

71%

Use of spreadsheet software (3.1)

1

0

1

0

4

1

86%

Use of database software (Access, FileMaker, AppleWorks, etc.) (3.1)

2

2

0

0

0

3

57%

 


 Q14  Technology GENERAL PROFICIENCY - A

 

Topic

No access

No proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Can serve as a resource

IMPACT
%

Use of presentation software (PowerPoint, Hyperstudio, etc.) (3.1)

0

3

2

1

0

1

71`%

Internet research (3.1)

0

1

2

1

2

1

86%

Use of email (3.1)

0

6

0

0

1

0

100%

Use of the Internet for instruction (3.1)

0

1

0

3

0

3

43%

 

 

 

 


 Q15  Technology GENERAL PROFICIENCY – A

 

Topic

No access

No proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Can serve as a resource

IMPACT
%

Use of drill and tutorial software (3.1)

1

0

5

1

0

0

100%

Use of the Alabama Virtual Library (3.1)

0

4

1

2

0

0

100%

Use of CD-ROM or DVD-based software such as encyclopedias, almanacs, graphic/video libraries, talking books (3.1)

0

1

2

1

3

0

100%

Use of testing and assessment software (3.1)

0

2

1

0

3

1

86%

 

Q16  Technology GENERAL PROFICIENCY - A

 

Topic

No access

No proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Can serve as a resource

IMPACT
%

Basic troubleshooting of hardware such as computer, monitor, printer (3.1)

0

5

1

1

0

0

100%

Use of digital/video cameras (3.1)

0

0

3

1

2

1

86%

Use of a digital projector or TV-based computer projection system (3.1)

1

0

1

4

0

1

86%

Use of a scanner (3.1)

0

0

2

3

0

2

71%

 


 

 

Q17  Technology GENERAL PROFICIENCY – A

 

Topic

No access

No proficiency

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Can serve as a resource

IMPACT
%

Use of a PDA (personal digital assistant, such as Palm, Visor, or iPAQ) (3.1)

5

0

0

0

2

0

100%

Curriculum integration of technology (3.1)

1

0

0

0

6

0

100%

Classroom management of technology resources (3.1)

0

1

0

4

2

0

100%

Planning and implementing inquiry- or project-based lessons that use technology (3.1)

1

2

0

1

3

0

100%

Planning and implementing collaborative projects that use technology (3.1)