Perceptions and Usage of Course Digital Technologies Among Science and Non-Science Faculty

Inquiry Overview

A leading publisher was interested in understanding the faculty perspective on the use of digital content in courses, including usage, attitudes, and planned adoption, particularly among health science and nursing faculty.

Key Questions

• What course digital technology (both content- and platform-driven) is currently in use? Is any change forecasted over the next two years?


• What levels are the courses in which course digital technology is currently being used? Is any change forecasted over the next two years?


• What is the greatest barrier to using course digital technology?


• What is the greatest benefit to using course digital technology?


• Which course digital technology is seen as a replacement to traditional textbooks? What is seen as a supplement?


• Who are the individuals involved in the adoption and purchasing of course digital technology?


• What needs does course digital technology fill for faculty and students?


• What traditional methods of instruction are enhanced through the use of technology?

Methodology

For this custom inquiry, Eduventures conducted a Web survey targeting department heads and nursing faculty at postsecondary institutions. The survey was administered between February 27 and April 9, 2007. The survey yielded 137 complete responses and 15 partial responses. Both complete and partial responses were used in analysis.