Technology Self Assessment Tool This survey has been designed for teachers to determine their own levels of technology proficiency and to identify personal technology professional development goals. It has also been created for the district to assess our professional development needs and to plan professional development activities that will help all teachers become proficient in technology. Thank you very much for your time. We appreciate and value your input. Tools Name (optional):  I teach: Pre - K Kindergarten Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5 Specialist Special Ed Staff During the current school year, how often have you used technology for professional activities such as lesson planning, administrative tasks, communications, and collaboration? nearly every day about once a week about once a month rarely or never During the current school year, how often have you used instructional technology with students for activities such as research, multimedia, simulations, data interpretation, communication, and collaboration? nearly every day about once a week about once a month rarely or never During the current school year, I received informal technology professional development from a fellow staff member in my school. Yes No During the current school year, did you take any technology professional development workshops or courses via distance learning? Yes No During the current school year, how many hours of technology professional development have you taken? 0-10 hours 10-20 hours 20-30 hours 30-40 hours more than 40 hours What technology resources would you utilize at home if they were available? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY loaner laptops copies of software USB Keys digital camera iMovie equipment video camera MEMORIAL ONLY: Which of the following CD-ROMs are you currently using in your classroom? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY Lexia Phonics Based Reading Lexia Early Reading Kid Pix Learn About Dinosaurs Kidspiration Math Trek The Graph Club Splish Splash Math Bailey's Book House Millie's Math House Sammy's Science House Trudy's Time and Place Chicka Chicka Boom Boom Carnival Countdown Memory Fun WHEELOCK ONLY: Which of the following CD-ROMs are you currently using in your classroom? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY Splish Splash Math Ten Tricky Tiles Kid Pix Neighborhood Map Machine The Graph Club American Heritage Dictionary Sun Buddy Math Easy Book Tenth Planet Penny Pot Lemonade for Sale Math Workshop Deluxe DALE ONLY: Which of the following CD-ROMs/programs are you currently using in your classroom or in the LMC? CHECK ALL THAT APPLY ClassWorks Gold Missing Links Ten Tricky Tiles Kid Pix Hot Dog Stand How the West Was One X Two Graph Master Key Words (AlphaSmart keyboarding) Math Mysteries Field Trip to the Earth Field Trip to the Sky Everything Weather National Inspirer Explorers of the New World Lexia Phonics Based Reading OR Strategies for Older Students I know how to demonstrate basic skills for using hardware and applications (e.g. start up and shut down computer system and peripherals, open/close a file, start an application and create a document.) Yes No I know how to format/initialize disks, access information on size and format of a file, and create and organize folders on local hard drive and desktop. Yes No I know how to navigate using scroll bars, arrow keys, special keys, and mouse functionality. Yes No I can identify and use components of a computer system (e.g. operating system, platform, drives, memory, window). I can explain their functions and use appropriate terminology in speaking about them. Yes No I can save/backup and retrieve a file to/from the Desktop, hard drive, and/or floppy disk. I can manage, locate, and organize files. Yes No I am able to select a printer and print a document with appropriate orientation within page setup. Yes No I am able to connect the cables and cords correctly so that a computer is functional. I can resolve basic technical difficulties (e.g. reboot, paper jam, replace ink cartridge). Yes No I use editing and formatting features (margins, cut and paste, spell check, etc.) of a word processing program. I can insert images (graphics/clip art) from other files into a word processing document. Yes No I use correct terminology in speaking about Internet communications (e.g. browser, search engine, online). I use basic search strategies on the Internet. Yes No I know how to access the Internet and identify and use navigation features of a browser (e.g. "go," "backward," "forward"). Yes No I am able to add a web site to Favorites or Bookmark it for future reference. I can organize Favorites into folders. Yes No I can identify basic elements of a web site (e.g. URL, hyperlinks, ets.) and use a URL. Yes No I create and send a message using email, retrieve and read email, reply to sender, forward, and save, print, and delete an email. I can send an email attachment, open an email attachment, and save it to the Desktop. Yes No I use email to communicate with teachers and other professionals about curriculum content and procedures. Yes No I use word processing to support teaching and learning (e.g., letters home to parents, flyers, worksheets, students’ stories, etc.) Yes No I can describe the structure and function of a spreadsheet (e.g. cells, rows, columns, and formulas) apply formatting features, and reposition columns and rows. Yes No I can create a simple spreadsheet, enter simple formulas, analyze and interpret spreadsheet information. Yes No I am able to create a simple multimedia presentation (using PowerPoint, KidPix, etc.) and explain the terminology (slide, animation, transition, etc.) Yes No I use presentation tools such as PowerPoint to communicate curriculum content for my students. Yes No I apply classroom/lab rules for responsible use of technology. Yes No I understand and follow the Acceptable Use Policy of the Medfield Public Schools for students and teachers alike. Yes No I ensure equitable access to technology resources for ALL my students. Yes No I understand and can discuss the basic concept of assistive technologies and Universal Design for Learning(UDL), including portable word processors. Yes No I am able to explain copyrights as applied to technology use in education, the workplace and society. Yes No I always follow appropriate licensing and documentation for all software used. Yes No I am able to explain how media and technology can be misused to distort or exaggerate information. Yes No I know about the potential problems viruses create and practical methods of prevention (including exercise caution in opening e-mail attachments from unknown sources). Yes No I follow the proper district/school procedures in the event of technical difficulties. Yes No I am able to discuss current research on teaching and learning with technology in order to plan learning environments and experiences. Yes No I use technology to gather curriculum-specific information from CD-ROMs, Web sites and/or automated card catalogue. Yes No I integrate technology into the curriculum with assistance from a mentor, technology aide, or other staff member. Yes No I design and develop lessons and activites that integrate technology in a variety of instructional settings for all my students. Yes No I manage student technology activities to optimize learning with available resources (e.g. in a one-computer classroom, a computer lab, or portable/wireless technology). Yes No I use the Internet for curriculum development and instruction (e.g. WebQuests, classroom web pages). Yes No The top 2 or 3 technology skills I would most like to develop to help me to make effective use of technology in teaching are: Three specific activities, resources, or services that would help me improve my technology skills are: