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Miller, Pat – Technology Connection, 1997
Suggests ways for educators to become computer literate: (1) admit you don't know about computers; (2) be patient with yourself; (3) read about technology; (4) get a home computer; (5) attend training; (6) experiment; (7) ask for assistance; and (8) talk with others about what works for them. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Information Technology, Microcomputers
Download full textNash, John B.; Moroz, Pauline – 1997
As the number of microcomputers in schools increases, it becomes more important for staff to provide opportunities for student use. When viewed as an innovation, student use of computers in schools can be susceptible to the same implementation problems as any innovation. Attitude is one factor that can influence success of implementation. In order…
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Education Courses
Umbach, Kenneth W. – 1997
This paper presents ideas about what is required for the development of expertise in computer technology and considers those requirements in the K-12 setting. This analysis comes from the point of view of long-time, self-trained users of personal computers and computer communications and long-time observer of the growth of technology expertise in…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Mediated Communication
Peer reviewedRobertson, S. I.; And Others – Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 1996
To examine the effects of introducing portable computers into secondary schools, a study was conducted regarding information technology skills and attitudes of staff and eighth grade students prior to and after receiving individual portable computers. Knowledge and use of word processing, spreadsheets, and database applications increased for both…
Descriptors: Computer Attitudes, Computer Literacy, Computer Uses in Education, Databases
Wesley, Marion T., Jr.; Franks, Melvin Eugene – 1996
A case study was conducted to seek improved understanding of processes related to teachers' adoption of two classroom-based computer technologies--networked computer-assisted instruction (CAI) and desktop computer multimedia resources--at a selected magnet elementary school. A Stages of Concern Questionnaire was used to gather quantitative data,…
Descriptors: Adoption (Ideas), Case Studies, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Attitudes
A Multidimensional Theoretical Analysis of the Impact of Information Technology on Higher Education.
Bair, Miles – 1996
The widespread use of Information Technology (IT) in a college or university setting represents a significant change from traditional ways in which higher education has been conducted. Technological change has repercussions throughout the many dimensions of institutional life. This paper explores the impact of information technology on the…
Descriptors: Change Agents, Communication Problems, Communications, Computer Attitudes
Florida Human Resources Development, Inc., Gainesville. – 1999
A survey was conducted to assess the current state of technology and distance learning awareness and usage in Florida's adult education and community-based programs. Data were gathered through a survey of 350 adult practitioners, literacy providers, community-based organizations and libraries throughout the state (125 responses [36 percent return…
Descriptors: Access to Computers, Access to Education, Adult Basic Education, Adult Learning
