Effect of technology integration education on the attitudes of teachers and their students Rhonda Christensen

Name: _____________________________________Date:______________________
 
 

Instructions: Please read the descriptions of each of the six stages related to adoption of technology. Choose the stage that best describes where you are in the adoption of technology.
 
 

Stage 1: Awareness

I am aware that technology exists but have not used it - perhaps I'm even avoiding it.

Stage 2: Learning the process

I am currently trying to learn the basics. I am often frustrated using computers. I lack confidence when using computers.

Stage 3: Understanding and application of the process

I am beginning to Understand the process of using technology and can think of specific tasks in which it might be useful.

Stage 4: Familiarity and confidence

I am gaining a sense of confidence in using the computer for specific tasks.

I am starting to feel comfortable using the computer.

Stage 5: Adaptation to other contexts

I think about the computer as a tool to help me and am no longer concerned about it as technology. I can use it in many applications and as an instructional aid.

Stage 6: Creative application to new contexts

I can apply what I know about technology in the classroom. I am able to use it as an instructional tool and integrate it into the curriculum.
 

Based on Russell, A. L. (1995) Stages in learning new technology. Computers in Education 25(4), 173-178.