Technology Needs Assessment
Teacher Survey
This survey questionnaire is intended to help us understand your current level of skills
with computer technologies and to plan for your professional development. 
The essay questions are optional in this survey but are designed to gain valuable insight into your feedback and individual situations.
   
Subjects Taught:________________________________________________________
Grade Levels Taught: ____________________________________________________
Years Experience:  ______________________________________________________
Classification: 
Circle Most Applicable		 Teacher Parapro Special Ed
Teacher		 ESOL
Teacher		 Admini-
strator
How often does your lesson plan
include the use of computers by
the student?		 Rarely Only for
Projects, a
few days per semester		 Once or twice a
Month, approxi-
mately 8 days per semester		 Once a
Week or 12 days per semester		 Daily
  
Please rate the following statements by circling the most appropriate response.  If the question does not apply, circle "neutral" response.
I am very comfortable using IGPro
for grades and SASSI for attendance.		 Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable with the e-mail program. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable sending files as
attachments to e-mail.		 Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using the Internet. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable searching for information on the Internet. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable downloading pictures from the Internet. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using Microsoft Word and usually have no problems. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using presentation software (like Microsoft PowerPoint). Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using desktop publishing software (like Microsoft Publisher). Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using spreadsheet software (like Microsoft Excel). Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable creating a pie chart or column chart (Excel or PowerPoint). Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using database software (like Microsoft Access). Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using a scanner. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using a digital camera. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using a Smart Board. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable using educational games on the computer. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable editing video footage. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable creating web pages (like HTML, FrontPage, or Dreamweaver) Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I enjoy playing games on the computer. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I am very comfortable with "streaming video". Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I often have my students do research on the Internet. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I often take my students to the computer lab (or use the portable laptops) for a project. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I have used and found value in the "pathfinders" that the Media Specialists have created. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I would use one of the computer labs more often if it were available. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I would use one of the computer labs more often if I felt more comfortable with the software. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I would use one of the computer labs more often if a Media Specialist would assist me with the students' use of computers. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I have had very useful staff development regarding the use of computers Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
I have had very useful training and/or staff development regarding the use of computers in creating my lesson plans. Strongly
Agree		 Agree Neutral or
Non-Applicable		 Disagree Strongly
Disagree
   
Do you ever, or often, think, "there must be an easier way to do this?"  If so, please list and describe as many of the things or situations as you can to which this statement would apply:  ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Do you ever, or often, think, "I could do this faster if only…."  If so, please list and describe as many of the things or situations as you can to which this statement would apply:  ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
Do you ever, or often, think, "I wish I had a computer or other device so I could…."  If so, please list and describe as many of the things or situations as you can to which this statement would apply:  ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
How do you visualize yourself using technology in your classroom in the future?               ____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
     

References:                                                                                                               .                                                                                                                
National Center for Technology Planning, nctp.com                                                        .
Baule, S. (2001). Technology Planning for Effective Teaching and Learning.                   .
Worthington, OH: Linworth Publishing.  

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