Share Paper: Applying Technology to Learning: Is it Too Much to Expect of Pre-service Teachers in an Introductory Technology Course?

  1. Judy Lambert, The University of Toledo, United States
  2. Yi Gong, Keene State College, United States
  3. Pru Cuper, Keene State College, United States
Wednesday, March 5 9:45 AM-10:15 AM Capri 110

Abstract: This paper reports on a year-long study conducted to explore the relationships between 62 pre-service teachers’ perceived computer ability and attitudes toward computers; two factors most associated with resistance to computers; and the impact of a single technology course on these variables. Utilizing a pretest-posttest group design, statistical analyses indicated that a single course greatly impacts perceived computer ability but not general computer attitudes. However, course instruction as well as prior technology experience has a significant influence on pre-service teachers' ability to understand the usefulness of integrating technology in the classroom.