ICT skills students education careers

Abstract

In this research study, the ICT skills of teaching programs´ students of the University of Bío-Bío are characterized. Surveys and assessment instruments in digital environment about knowledge of web tools and other resources, such as, text processor, spreadsheet and presentation software were applied. All the instruments meet the criteria and indicators of the ICT Skills for Learning Matrix (HTPA in Spanish), a public policy document created as a parameter for skills development in primary and secondary school levels, prepared in accordance with international projects and programs that seek the development of these skills. The results indicate that ICT skills are not developed. The information obtained through assessments and surveys applied to students reveal that in no dimension the students reached approving achievement percentages. Also there is not substantial differences in this measurement when the results are analyzed by factors.