"Elementary Teachers’ Perceptions of Computer Applications in the Class" by Angela S. Briley
 

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Keywords

Computer-assisted instruction; Elementary school teachers--Attitudes;

Abstract

The purpose of this descriptive study was to identify elementary teachers' (K-5) perceptions of computer usage in the classroom. The three areas that were addressed are: classroom computer access, computer professional development and training, and teachers' expectations towards computers usage in the classroom. A survey was distributed to teachers at nine elementary schools during planned faculty meetings. Of the 295 teachers surveyed, 285 surveys were completed, resulting in a 96.6% response rate. Overall, teachers had positive perceptions of computer use in the classroom. Approximately 80.6% of teachers reported using computers in their classrooms. However, when asked about the number of computers in their classrooms, 63.6% reported having access to 1-2 computers. When asked to rate how useful each type of computer usage was for different types of students, the majority of teachers responded favorably. The results of this study indicate there are no differences in perceptions between teachers who teach at schools with various socio-economic levels.

Year of Submission

1996

Degree Name

Master of Arts

Department

Department of Curriculum and Instruction

First Advisor

Sharon Smaldino

Second Advisor

Gloria Kirkland-Holmes

Third Advisor

Robert Muffoletto

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Date Original

1996

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1 PDF file (79 leaves)

Language

en

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