Morehead State University
Teachers and Computers in Eastern Kentucky Schools: What Makes a Techno-Teacher?
Institution
Morehead State University
Faculty Advisor/ Mentor
Rebecca Roach
Abstract
In order to create an internationally competitive workforce, our students must be virtually literate (National Science Foundation, 2007). However, the most important factor in whether or not technology is integrated into the classroom may be a teacher's willingness and ability to utilize this powerful tool and continue to acquire new skills in technology. This study focused on the indicators that may predict a teacher's willingness and ability to utilize technology in classroom instruction. Data was collected through surveys and interviews among K-12 public school teachers. The schools selected for this study were recipients of grants from the Dataseam Initiative, a not for profit organization dedicated to advancing research and promoting education to support economic growth throughout the Commonwealth. These schools have all received Apple desktop computers, iMacs, for their students as part of this initiative.
Teachers and Computers in Eastern Kentucky Schools: What Makes a Techno-Teacher?
In order to create an internationally competitive workforce, our students must be virtually literate (National Science Foundation, 2007). However, the most important factor in whether or not technology is integrated into the classroom may be a teacher's willingness and ability to utilize this powerful tool and continue to acquire new skills in technology. This study focused on the indicators that may predict a teacher's willingness and ability to utilize technology in classroom instruction. Data was collected through surveys and interviews among K-12 public school teachers. The schools selected for this study were recipients of grants from the Dataseam Initiative, a not for profit organization dedicated to advancing research and promoting education to support economic growth throughout the Commonwealth. These schools have all received Apple desktop computers, iMacs, for their students as part of this initiative.