NOTE: If you use this survey as the basis for a survey that you conduct, please give proper credit and also contact Doreen Hayek at the University of Northern Iowa (UNI) to notify UNI of your intentions.

Sample #____________________

Educational Technology Skills Inventory






Sponsored by:

Iowa Department of Education

Iowa Area Education Agencies

Iowa Educational Technology Training Institute

(University of Northern Iowa)


January, 1996


The Educational Technology Skills Inventory has been developed in an attempt to understand the use of and proficiency with technology and to determine the need for technology training among Iowa educators.

An identification number has been assigned to this questionnaire. This number will allow us to check your name off the mailing list when questionnaires are returned. All of the information that you supply will be kept anonymous. Individual responses will not be shared with any other educational institution or agency.

Completion of the questionnaire will take approximately 15-25 minutes. Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire.


Section I. Background Information for Analysis Purposes.


We need some background information about you. Please mark the appropriate answer(s) or fill in the blank.

1. Which Grade level(s) do you teach? Check all that apply.

___ 1. Preschool

___ 2. Elementary (K-6)

___ 3. Middle/Jr. High (6-9)

___ 4. High school (9-12)

___ 5. Other ______________________________________

2. Which subject area(s) do you teach? Check all that apply. Answer this question ONLY if you teach Middle or High School.

___ 1. Business

___ 2. English/Language Arts

___ 3. Fine Arts

___ 4. Mathematics/Computer Science

___ 5. Physical Education

___ 6. Science

___ 7. Social Studies

___ 8. Special Education

___ 9. Vocational Education

___ 10. Other:____________________________________________

3. How many years have you taught in an educational institution?

___ 1. 0-1

___ 2. 2-5

___ 3. 6-10

___ 4. 11-15

___ 5. 16-20

___ 6. 21-25

___ 7. over 25 years

4. Which Area Education Agency (AEA) serves your school district?

___ 1. AEA 1 - Keystone AEA ____ 9. AEA 9 - Mississippi Bend AEA
___ 2. AEA 2 - Northern Trails ____ 10. AEA 10 - Grant Wood AEA
___ 3. AEA 3 - Lakeland AEA ____ 11. AEA 11 - Heartland AEA
___ 4. AEA 4 ____ 12. AEA 12 - Western Hills AEA
___ 5. AEA 5 - Arrowhead AEA ____ 13. AEA 13 - Loess Hills AEA
___ 6. AEA 6 ____ 14. AEA 14 - Green Valley AEA
___ 7. AEA 7 ____ 15. AEA 15 - Southern Prairie AEA
____ 16. AEA 16 - Great River AEA


NOTE for question 4: We will analyze data from each AEA; therefore, it is very important that this question be answered accurately. If you are /unsure about your AEA, please ask someone who does know.


Section II. Educational Technology Proficiency Inventory.



You will now be asked to rate your skills and needs in three areas:

A. your proficiency with technology;

B. your use of technology for teaching/learning (versus for personal use);

C. your need for technology training to assist you in using technology in your school for educational purposes.



Write your rating in each column as follows:

Column A:

Column B:

Column C:
Your level of proficiency with technology. Your use of technology for teaching/learning. Your need for technology training.
3 = Proficient 3 = Use Regularly 3 = High Need
2 = Some Experience 2 = Use Occasionally 2 = Medium Need
1 = No Experience 1 = Do Not Use 1 = Low Need
0 = Unfamiliar with item 0 = Do Not Have Access 0 = Can't Evaluate




An Example:

If you feel very proficient in using a word processor for creating documents, have regularly used these documents in your classroom teaching, and feel you do not need additional training in the use of word processors, you would answer the first question as follows:

A=Proficiency B=Use C=Training Need
5. Create a document in a word processor ___3____ ___3____ ____1____




Please rate the following items:

A=Proficiency B=Use C=Training Need
5. Create a document in a word processor ________ ________ ________
6. Create a spreadsheet ________ ________ ________
7. Create a database ________ ________ ________
8. Use graphics software to create pictures ________ ________ ________
9. Import clip art into a document ________ ________ ________
10. Create a newsletter using desktop publishing ________ ________ ________
11. Create a computer presentation using presentation software ________ ________ ________
12. Add animation to a computer presentation ________ ________ ________
13. Create a HyperCard/Hypertext stack ________ ________ ________
14. Use an electronic gradebook ________ ________ ________
15. Use a computer-based portfolio assessment system ________ ________ ________
16. Use computer games in a classroom setting ________ ________ ________
17. Use computer tutorials in a classroom setting ________ ________ ________



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Column A:

Column B:

Column C:
Your level of proficiency with technology. Your use of technology for teaching/learning. Your need for technology training.
3 = Proficient 3 = Use Regularly 3 = High Need
2 = Some Experience 2 = Use Occasionally 2 = Medium Need
1 = No Experience 1 = Do Not Use 1 = Low Need
0 = Unfamiliar with item 0 = Do Not Have Access 0 = Can't Evaluate
A=Proficiency B=Use C=Training Need
18. Use electronic mail (e-mail) ________ ________ ________
19. Use an online service (i.e., CompuServe) for information sharing ________ ________ ________
20. Browse the Internet ________ ________ ________
21. Browse the World Wide Web ________ ________ ________
22. Create a homepage for the World Wide Web ________ ________ ________
23. Access information on a CD-ROM disc ________ ________ ________
24. Access information on a CD-I (Compact Disc-Interactive) disc ________ ________ ________
25. Digitize images ________ ________ ________
26. Use a scanner to create a computer text file from a paper document ________ ________ ________
27. Use a scanner to create a computer graphic from a paper document ________ ________ ________
28. Install a program on a computer hard drive ________ ________ ________
29. Configure software to communicate with other computers/networks ________ ________ ________
30. Install a program on a network file server ________ ________ ________
31. Install an internal computer adapter/card (i.e., sound card, Ethernet card) ________ ________ ________
32. Troubleshoot malfunctioning computer hardware ________ ________ ________
33. Troubleshoot a malfunctioning printer ________ ________ ________
34. Troubleshoot malfunctioning computer software ________ ________ ________
35. Use a video projector to display a videotape ________ ________ ________
36. Use a video projector to display computer images ________ ________ ________
37. Use an overhead computer projection (LCD) panel to display a videotape ________ ________ ________
38. Use an overhead computer projection (LCD) panel to display computer images ________ ________ ________
39. Run a videotape on a VCR ________ ________ ________
40. Edit multiple videotapes into a final product ________ ________ ________



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Column A:

Column B:

Column C:
Your level of proficiency with technology. Your use of technology for teaching/learning. Your need for technology training.
3 = Proficient 3 = Use Regularly 3 = High Need
2 = Some Experience 2 = Use Occasionally 2 = Medium Need
1 = No Experience 1 = Do Not Use 1 = Low Need
0 = Unfamiliar with item 0 = Do Not Have Access 0 = Can't Evaluate



41. Use a slide projector to project a slide series ________ ________ ________
42. Use a slide projector and a sync audio tape recorder to show a sound slide series ________ ________ ________
43. Use a laser video disc to show video information ________ ________ ________
44. Use a bar code reader to control a laser video disc ________ ________ ________
45. Use a camcorder in the classroom ________ ________ ________
46. Use an audio cassette recorder to play or make a recording ________ ________ ________
47. Use a CD player to play back a recording ________ ________ ________
48. Incorporate broadcast TV in teaching/learning ________ ________ ________
49. Downlink a satellite teleconference ________ ________ ________
50. Use an interactive television system for distance learning ________ ________ ________
51. Use the ICN (Iowa Communications Network) for interactive television instruction ________ ________ ________
52. Use the ICN (Iowa Communications Network) for data transmission ________ ________ ________
53. Use a speakerphone in a classroom setting ________ ________ ________
54. Set up a multi-phone conference for a classroom setting ________ ________ ________
55. Other ________________________________ ________ ________ ________



Section III. Learning and Using Educational Technology in the Classroom.


We would like some information about the ideal technology training session

for you. Please mark the appropriate answer(s) or fill in the blank.



56. How long would you prefer a hands-on technology training session to last?

____ 1. A series of one-hour sessions

____ 2. One-half day session

____ 3. One day session

____ 4. Multi-day session

____ 5. Other _____________________________________________________

57. When would you prefer to participate in a technology training session? Check all that apply.

____ 1. During regular school hours

____ 2. During Inservice days

____ 3. Before school

____ 4. After school (3:30-5:00)

____ 5. Early evening (5:00-7:00)

____ 6. Evening (7:00-9:00)

____ 7. Saturdays

____ 8. Sundays

____ 9. Summer

____ 10. Breaks (i.e., Christmas, Spring)

____ 11. Other _____________________________________________________

58. Please rank the following items to indicate your ideal technology training medium. Rank the items 1 to 7 with #1 indicating your first choice and a #7 to indicate your last choice for receiving technology training.

____ 1. Small-group, hands-on workshop

____ 2. Workshop using the ICN (Iowa Communications Network)

____ 3. Workshop using the Internet/World Wide Web

____ 4. Computer-based tutorial

____ 5. Videotape

____ 6. Audiotape

____ 7. Printed workbooks

____ 8. Other ____________________________________________________

Section IV. Attitudes Toward Educational Technology



To what extent do each of the following statements characterize your attitudes towards the use of educational technology in the classroom? Using the categories below, indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree with each statement. Circle your answer.



1 2 3 4 5
Strongly Disagree Disagree Undecided Agree Strongly Agree

1 2 3 4 5

SD D U A SA
59. I think that technology makes my professional work more difficult....................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5
60. I think computers make work more enjoyable.......................... 1 2 3 4 5
61. It has been a struggle for me to learn how to use a computer successfully............................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5


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 1 2 3 4 5

SD D U A SA
62. I believe teachers do not need to know how to use a computer................................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5
63. I believe the quality of education will be improved by the use of technology............................................................................ 1 2 3 4 5
64. I would like to improve my skills in the use of technology....... 1 2 3 4 5
65. I don't feel threatened by technology........................................ 1 2 3 4 5
66. Technology should be used to improve learning throughout the curriculum........................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5
67. Technology should be used by teachers more than it is now.. 1 2 3 4 5
68. Technology is an unnecessary luxury in most school settings. 1 2 3 4 5
69. Technology is of little value in the classroom because it is too difficult to use...................................................................... 1 2 3 4 5
70. I would like to use technology more in my teaching................. 1 2 3 4 5

71. Please add any comments for us to consider as we develop plans to help you with your technology and training needs. Feel free to use the back of this sheet.

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Thank you for taking the time to complete this questionnaire.

Please return the questionnaire by: January 24, 1996

Educational Technology Skills Inventory Coordinator:

Doreen Hayek

Iowa Educational Technology Training Institute; Center for Educational Technology

University of Northern Iowa; Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0301

319-273-7300 (phone); 319-273-2917 (FAX); hayek@uni.edu (e-mail)