All responses to this survey are kept confidential.
The purpose of this survey is to gather general information concerning knowledge of and attitudes toward information technology.
1. Age: __ 21-24 __ 25-29 __ 30-34 __ 35-39 __ 40-44__ 45-49 __ 50-54 __ 55+
2. Education: ___ Bachelors degree ___ Master's degree___ Doctorate or professional degree
3. Gender: ___ Male ___ Female
4. Do you own a computer at home: ___Yes ___ No
5. How often do you use a computer?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
6. How often do you use a word processor (Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, etc)?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
7. How often do you use a spreadsheet program (Microsoft Excel, Lotus 123, etc)?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
8. How often do you use a presentation program (Microsoft Power Point, Freelance Graphics, etc)?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
9. How often do you use electronic mail (e-mail)?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
10. How often do you use the Internet?
___ Daily ___ Once a week ___ Once a month ___ Never
11. Have you ever received any type of computer training?___ Yes ___ No
12. Where did you receive your training (check all that apply)?
___ Self taught ___ Computer store ___ College or University ____ other (specify:)__________
13. Are you _____ part-time or _____ full-time faculty?
14. How long have you been teaching at the University level? ____________________
15. Department: _____________________________________________
Name: ________________________________________ Date:__________
(Please Print)
Instructions: Please read each statement and then circle the number which best shows how you feel.
| D=Strongly Disagree | D=Disagree | U=Undecided | A=Agree | SA=Strongly Agree |
| SD | D | U | A | SA | ||
1 |
I think that working with computers would be enjoyable and stimulating. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
2 |
I want to learn a lot about computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
3 |
The challenge of learning about computers is exciting. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
4 |
Learning about computers is boring to me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
5 |
I like learning on a computer | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
6 |
I enjoy learning how computers are used in our daily lives. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
7 |
I would like to learn more about computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
8 |
I would like working with computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
9 |
A job using computers would be very interesting. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
10 |
I enjoy computer work. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
11 |
I will use a computer as soon as possible. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
12 |
Figuring out computer problems does not appeal to me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
13 |
If given the opportunity, I would like to learn about and use computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
14 |
Computers are not exciting. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
15 |
Computer lessons are a favorite subject for me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
16 |
I get a sinking feeling when I think of trying to use a computer. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
17 |
Working with a computer makes me feel tense and uncomfortable. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
18 |
Working with a computer would make me very nervous. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
19 |
Computers intimidate and threaten me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
20 |
Computers frustrate me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
21 |
I have a lot of self-confidence when it comes to working with computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
22 |
I sometimes get nervous just thinking about computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
23 |
A computer test would scare me. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
24 |
I feel apprehensive about using a computer. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| D=Strongly Disagree | D=Disagree | U=Undecided | A=Agree | SA=Strongly Agree |
| SD | D | U | A | SA | ||
49 |
I will probably never learn to use a computer. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
50 |
I see the computer as something I will rarely use in my daily life as an adult. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
51 |
Not many people can use computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
52 |
Learning to operate computers is like learning any new skill - the more you practice, the better you become. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
53 |
Knowing how to use computers is a worthwhile skill. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
54 |
I do not think that I could handle a computer course. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
55 |
I would never take a job where I had to work with computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
56 |
If given the opportunity, I would like to learn about and use computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
57 |
You have to be a "brain" to work with computers. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
58 |
The use of e-mail makes the student feel more involved. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
59 |
The use of e-mail helps provide a better learning experience. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
60 |
The use of e-mail makes the course more interesting. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
61 |
The use of e-mail helps the student to learn more. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
62 |
The use of e-mail increases motivation for the course. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
63 |
More courses should use e-mail to disseminate class information and assignments. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
64 |
The use of e-mail creates more interaction between students enrolled in the course. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
65 |
The use of e-mail creates more interaction between student and instructor. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
66 |
E-mail provides better access to the instructor. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
67 |
E-mail is an effective means of disseminating class information and assignments. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
68 |
I prefer e-mail to traditional class handouts as an information disseminator. | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Please make any comments:
Thank You!
FAIT 1.1 (3/10/98)