Study Abstract

Differences between students’ perceived technology skills in online and on campus educational technology courses for pre-service teachers (EDTECH202) were investigated in this study.  Technology skills in seven categories were rated using a one to four Likert scale. The results indicated significant differences in word processing skills between the two course types, with additional research indicating that gender might play a significant role in these differences. Cross-tabulation of technology skills and course type with gender and technology skills and gender with course type also provided additional information into the role of gender in perception of technology skills. While this research is exploratory and not definitive, it offers researchers and teachers of EDTECH202 courses additional insights into possible gender issues and differences in perceived technology skills. Our discussion is concurrent with current research regarding designing curriculum to meet student needs and understanding gender differences in learning.