Developing an instrument to assess teachers' readiness for technology-enhanced learning

Abstract

Current teacher training in TEL attempts to develop pedagogical and 21 <sup xmlns:mml="http://www.w3.org/1998/Math/MathML" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">st</sup> century skills focusing on the major modes of learning mediated by technology. To identify specific training needs, a learner analysis instrument is being developed based on a 5-dimension model for assessing teachers' readiness to TEL. This was then used to design a survey with statements exploring different aspects of the identified dimensions. After piloting and refinement, this instrument will be used to collect data for course designers and tutors to identify the ICT skills that need to be developed, challenge inapt beliefs, nurture positive attitudes and determine the pedagogical approaches to be used in a particular course.