Abstract

This study investigated self-presentation bias in the self-reports of teachers about their practices in six topic areas in educational technology (Instructional Design, Assessment, Learner-Centered Instruction, Curriculum Alignment, Attitudes about Computers, and Use of Computers with Students). Subjects were 50 middle-school teachers. Data were collected using a 30-item Likert-type survey containing five items per topic area. Teachers responded to items in two forms: "what I do" and "what other teachers do." Significant differences favoring the "I" form were obtained in three of the six areas (Instructional Design, Learner-Centered Instruction, and Curriculum Alignment) and on nine of the 30 items, indicating a rather strong self-presentation bias. Responses were generally positive across both forms. Results are discussed with implications for working with teachers and for using additional assessment measures that complement teacher self-reports.

Citation

Kopcha, T.J. & Sullivan, H. (2007). Self-Presentation Bias in Surveys of Teachers' Educational Technology Practices. Educational Technology Research and Development, 55(6), 627-646. Retrieved August 11, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/67625/.

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Keywords

• Educational Practices
• educational technology
• evaluation research
• Likert Scales
• Research Problems
• Response Style (Tests)
• Self Disclosure (Individuals)
• teacher attitudes
• Teacher Surveys
• technology integration
• Technology Uses in Education
• Use Studies