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Technology Self Assessment

This self-assessment instrument is designed to help you determine the levels of your knowledge and skills as related to each of the 8 Technology Standards established by the Illinois State Board of Education. Use this survey to help you document your beginning abilities, to make a plan for how you can learn more about teaching with technology, or to document your abilities at the end of your student teaching.

Complete the personal information and survey items below, using your best judgement to describe your level of competence with each of the performance indicators numbered 1a through 8a. When you finish all the items, click the "Submit Survey" button at the bottom of the page. You must complete the survey in one session. Your answers cannot be saved for later completion.

When you finish, the results of your survey will be displayed in this window. You can then save the web page to your computer and later use it as an attachment in your portfolio. Alternatively, you can print the page for your files or share the results with your instructors and fellow students.

Date: 8/28/2008 8:29:42 PM

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STANDARD 1 - Basic Computer/Technology Operations and Concepts - The competent teacher will use computer systems to run software; to access, generate, and manipulate data; and to publish results. He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic troubleshooting strategies as needed.
1a. Use appropriate terminology related to computers and technology in written and oral communications
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

1b. Describe and implement basic troubleshooting techniques for multimedia computer systems and related peripheral devices
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

1c. Demonstrate knowledge of uses of computers and technology in education, business and industry.
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of Technology - The competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal professional growth and productivity; will use technology in communicating, collaborating, conducting research, and solving problems and will promote equitable, ethical, and legal use of computer/technology resources.
2a. Acquire information in various digital formats (text, video, graphics, audio) using available devices (scanners, cameras, microphones, etc.)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2b. Search databases (e.g. library, online student records) to retrieve information needed
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2c. Analyze data with a spreadsheet (e.g. student grades)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2d. Create charts and graphs to display information
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2e. Make electronic presentations to various audiences
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2f. Discuss the various laws related to the use of technology (e.g. copyright laws for using materials I did not create, use of internet in schools)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2g. Identify and use alternative devices that can be used by disabled persons
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people how to do this.

2h. Describe the various problems lack of computer security can create (viruses, hacking, personal info on web)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

2i. Identify the various issues related to equity in the use of technology resources
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in Instruction - The competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support instruction in their grade level and subject areas. He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software, applications, and learning tools. Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations.
3a. Develop and maintain a web page which is used as an instructional tool (e.g. describes class policies, assignments and upcoming events)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3b. Teach students to do internet research and evaluate online content
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3c. Use software to introduce or reinforce instructional content and skills
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3d. Use Powerpoint to present information
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3e. Use the computer as a learning center in a classroom
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3f. Develop cooperative learning activities that employ technology
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3g. Teach students how to do webquests
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3h. Evaluate software and internet sites for their quality and appropriateness before using them with students
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3i. Use databases to organize student data (student interests, parent resources, and student book reviews)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

3j. Participate in listserv discussions with other educators
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 4 - Social, Ethical and Human Issues - The competent teacher will apply concepts and skills in making decisions concerning the social, ethical, and human issues related to computing and technology. The competent teacher will understand the changes in information technologies, their effects on workplace and society, their potential to address lifelong learning and workplace needs, and the consequences of misuse.
4a. Describe the historical development and important trends affecting the evolution of technology and its probable future roles in society
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 5 - Productivity Tools - The competent teacher will integrate advanced features of technology-based productivity tools to support instruction, extend communication outside the classroom, enhance classroom management, perform administrative routines more effectively, and become more productive in daily tasks.
5a. Know about advanced features of word processor or desktop publishing programs to develop professional products (e.g. style sheets, preformatted templates, master page layout, automatic table of contents)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

5b. Know about advanced features of graphics software and hardware to develop professional products (e.g. layers, vector graphics, constructing animated gifs, import digital photos into web pages)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

5c. Know about advanced features spreadsheet or database programs to develop professional products (e.g. use of formulas, reformatting graphs and charts, generating customized reports, preparing budgets)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

5d. Apply specific-purpose electronic devices (such as graphing calculators, language translators, scientific probeware, or electronic thesaurus)
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 6 - Telecommunications and Information Access - The competent teacher will use telecommunications and information-access resources to support instruction.
6a. Use the World Wide web to support teaching
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 7 - Research, Problem Solving, and Product Development - The competent teacher will use computers and other technologies in research, problem solving, and product development. The competent teacher will appropriately use a variety of media, presentation, and authoring packages; plan and participate in team and collaborative projects that require critical analysis and evaluation; and present products developed.
7a. Use technology to enhance problem-solving abilities/critical thinking skills of students
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

7b. Develop simple hypermedia or multimedia products that apply instructional design principles
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

7c. Select a variety of technology tools for communicating concepts, conducting research, and solving problems for an intended audience and purpose.
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 8 - Information Literacy Skills
8a. The competent teacher will develop information literacy skills to be able to access, evaluate and use information to improve teaching and learning.
a. I cannot do this.
b. I can do this with help.
c. I can do this without help.
d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 1 - Basic Computer/Technology Operations and Concepts - The competent teacher will use computer systems to run software; to access, generate, and manipulate data; and to publish results. He or she will also evaluate performance of hardware and software components of computer systems and apply basic troubleshooting strategies as needed.
1a. Use appropriate terminology related to computers and technology in written and oral communications
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

1b. Describe and implement basic troubleshooting techniques for multimedia computer systems and related peripheral devices
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

1c. Demonstrate knowledge of uses of computers and technology in education, business and industry.
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 2 - Personal and Professional Use of Technology - The competent teacher will apply tools for enhancing personal professional growth and productivity; will use technology in communicating, collaborating, conducting research, and solving problems and will promote equitable, ethical, and legal use of computer/technology resources.
2a. Acquire information in various digital formats (text, video, graphics, audio) using available devices (scanners, cameras, microphones, etc.)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2b. Search databases (e.g. library, online student records) to retrieve information needed
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2c. Analyze data with a spreadsheet (e.g. student grades)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2d. Create charts and graphs to display information
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2e. Make electronic presentations to various audiences
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2f. Discuss the various laws related to the use of technology (e.g. copyright laws for using materials I did not create, use of internet in schools)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2g. Identify and use alternative devices that can be used by disabled persons
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people how to do this.

2h. Describe the various problems lack of computer security can create (viruses, hacking, personal info on web)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

2i. Identify the various issues related to equity in the use of technology resources
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 3 - Application of Technology in Instruction - The competent teacher will apply learning technologies that support instruction in their grade level and subject areas. He or she must plan and deliver instructional units that integrate a variety of software, applications, and learning tools. Lessons developed must reflect effective grouping and assessment strategies for diverse populations.
3a. Develop and maintain a web page which is used as an instructional tool (e.g. describes class policies, assignments and upcoming events)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3b. Teach students to do internet research and evaluate online content
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3c. Use software to introduce or reinforce instructional content and skills
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3d. Use Powerpoint to present information
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3e. Use the computer as a learning center in a classroom
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3f. Develop cooperative learning activities that employ technology
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3g. Teach students how to do webquests
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3h. Evaluate software and internet sites for their quality and appropriateness before using them with students
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3i. Use databases to organize student data (student interests, parent resources, and student book reviews)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

3j. Participate in listserv discussions with other educators
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 4 - Social, Ethical and Human Issues - The competent teacher will apply concepts and skills in making decisions concerning the social, ethical, and human issues related to computing and technology. The competent teacher will understand the changes in information technologies, their effects on workplace and society, their potential to address lifelong learning and workplace needs, and the consequences of misuse.
4a. Describe the historical development and important trends affecting the evolution of technology and its probable future roles in society
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 5 - Productivity Tools - The competent teacher will integrate advanced features of technology-based productivity tools to support instruction, extend communication outside the classroom, enhance classroom management, perform administrative routines more effectively, and become more productive in daily tasks.
5a. Know about advanced features of word processor or desktop publishing programs to develop professional products (e.g. style sheets, preformatted templates, master page layout, automatic table of contents)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

5b. Know about advanced features of graphics software and hardware to develop professional products (e.g. layers, vector graphics, constructing animated gifs, import digital photos into web pages)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

5c. Know about advanced features spreadsheet or database programs to develop professional products (e.g. use of formulas, reformatting graphs and charts, generating customized reports, preparing budgets)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

5d. Apply specific-purpose electronic devices (such as graphing calculators, language translators, scientific probeware, or electronic thesaurus)
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 6 - Telecommunications and Information Access - The competent teacher will use telecommunications and information-access resources to support instruction.
6a. Use the World Wide web to support teaching
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 7 - Research, Problem Solving, and Product Development - The competent teacher will use computers and other technologies in research, problem solving, and product development. The competent teacher will appropriately use a variety of media, presentation, and authoring packages; plan and participate in team and collaborative projects that require critical analysis and evaluation; and present products developed.
7a. Use technology to enhance problem-solving abilities/critical thinking skills of students
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

7b. Develop simple hypermedia or multimedia products that apply instructional design principles
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

7c. Select a variety of technology tools for communicating concepts, conducting research, and solving problems for an intended audience and purpose.
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.

STANDARD 8 - Information Literacy Skills
8a. The competent teacher will develop information literacy skills to be able to access, evaluate and use information to improve teaching and learning.
	a. I cannot do this.
	b. I can do this with help.
	c. I can do this without help.
	d. I can teach other people to do this.