Daughtry, B. A. (2018). Investigation middle and high school algebra 1 teachers’ technology self-efficacy, training, usage, and commonalities (Doctoral dissertation). Available from ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global database. (UMI No. 10811028)

Abstract:

“Algebra teachers who confidently use technology in their classrooms understand the effectiveness in improved student learning; however, teachers who lack confidence do not use technology. The problem addressed in this study was twofold: 1) middle and high school Algebra 1 teachers’ technology self-efficacy, training, and current use of technology to teach algebra are not fully known and, 2) teaching commonalities between middle school and high school teachers to ensure a seamless transition of student learning have yet to be identified and addressed. The purpose of this qualitative multiple-case study was two-fold: 1) identify middle and high school Algebra 1 teachers’ technology self-efficacy, training, and use of technology to teach algebra; and 2) to identify any commonalities between the two groups to ensure a seamless transition of student learning from middle school to high school. The sample was four Algebra 1 teachers comprised of one middle school and three high school study participants in a rural school district in a southeastern state in the United States. Data were collected using open-ended interviews and direct observations. Findings suggested that high computer training lead to higher levels of classroom use of computers; and teachers were likely to build technology self-efficacy and technological content knowledge following their participation in distributed professional develop (technology training). Further, findings showed that 100% of the participants desired a course on available district technology and a formal training course or workshops on how to use advanced features of technological devices that they used daily. Recommendation for future research include duplicating this study with algebra teachers in small and large school districts across the United States.”