Measuring and evaluating early childhood prospective practitioners' attitudes toward computers

This study investigated computer attitudes among 131 early childhood educat ion and care prospective practitioners. Study participants completed a demo graphic questionnaire and the Computer Attitude Scale (CAS). Results indica ted that the majority of these students reported relatively positive attitu des toward computers although a sizable minority was found to have neutral to negative attitudes. Measurement data gained from study respondents indic ated acceptable CAS validity and reliability indexes. Significant relations hips were found between computer attitudes and having access to a home comp uter and having formal computer training. Implications for university facul ty involved in preservice education are discussed.