Results of Technology Survey 2009

Thanks to all who contributed. The large number of people participating (29) helps us plan more accurately. (Note: not all answered every question; percentages refer to those who answered that question.)

1. To be a more effective teacher in my classroom, I would like: ways to display work that’s on my teacher computer (example: websites, DVD, youtube video, textbook website, PowerPoint presentation):

a. Daily 54% (15)
b. Weekly 14% (4)
c. Occasionally 29% (8)
d. Never 4% (1)

2. To be a more effective teacher in my classroom, I would like the following (check all that apply):

a. Student computers for use in my class 29% (6)
b. Access to computer lab for all-class computer activity using computers/internet 71% (15)
c. Ways for students to use PowerPoint and other Technologies for class presentations 29% (6)
d. A Smart Board 29% (6)

3. I would like to upgrade from a desktop to a laptop for the computer in my classroom (so that I can take my computer to Duty, take my computer home, etc.)

a. Yes 22% (5)
b. No 26% (6)
c. Does not apply 52% (12)

4. I’d like to learn how to do the following (please check all that apply)

a. To use a thumb drive to move documents between school & home 0% (0)
b. To use Edline File Locker to move documents between school, home 43% (6)
c. To use PowerPoint 43% (6)
d. To use Excel 7% (1)
e. To use Email 7% (1)
f. To use Edline 0% (0)
g. To use Gradequick 7% (1)
h. To find free resources from internet to use in my class 43% (6)

5. Please tell us more about what you’d like to learn (including matters we might not have included above):

PowerPoint presentation. More proficient with Powerpoint and how to use computer in my classroom for all-class presentations. New features in PowerPoint and Excel. Squirrelmail. How to set up Podcast teaching scheme. Can the school afford new technology? We are addressing these needs individually.

6. Our school website (saint-bernard.com), which presents the school’s face to the world, should include the following:

a. Academic offerings, standards, goals, mission 79% (19)
b. Pictures/videos of students in academics, extracurricular 83% (20)
c. Faculty degrees 42% (10)
d. Alumni activities and information 63% (15)
e. Admissions activities and information 71% (17)
f. Current information about today’s activities 58% (14)
g. Showcase of student work 50% (12)
h. Present a polished, professional appearance 92% (22)
i. Be easy to use 92% (22)

7. Does our present school website meet these needs?

a. Yes 29% (6)
b. No 71% (15)

8. Are you experiencing any technology problems at this time?

• 7 people responded and we are addressing these problems.

Thank you again for your useful participation and feedback. You’ve helped us plan for the coming year(s).