| This study examined the levels of availability, effectiveness, and utilization of computer technology by high school mathematics teachers in the South Texas. The design for this study was a descriptive-comparative design. Therefore the study was twofold. First, it sought to provide a demographic profile of the participants and a profile of the levels of availability, effectiveness, and utilization of computer technology by mathematic teachers. Second, it sought to determine if there were significant differences among teachers with different years of experience on the levels of availability, effectiveness, and utilization of computer technology. It also sought to determine if there were significant differences among teachers in different size school districts on the levels of availability, effectiveness, and utilization of computer technology.; The survey instrument was developed by utilizing an online tool of surveys called Profiler. A total of 74 math teachers completed the surveys and participated in this study.; The results from this study showed that high school mathematics teachers are having a problem accessing computers or software for their instructional needs. It was found that there is a strong need for more curricular-based software. Analysis of the data indicated that the majority of the teachers have a medium or high interest in computer technology. The data showed that the teachers are using computers on a regular basis to help them on their classroom management. It was also found that teachers felt that computer technology is helpful in their daily tasks, instructional procedures, and in the student learning process. |
