The document summarizes the results of a survey of over 700 students at Byng Secondary School about their use of and views on technology. Key findings include: 78.4% of students want more technology integration in classes, but only 36.0% feel they have enough access to computers and printers at school. 40.8% are unsatisfied with cell phone policies, and over 60% use text messaging and think listening to music while studying is a good idea. The survey also found high ownership rates of Apple products, cell phones, laptops, and Wi-Fi devices among students.

1. VOICE ON TECHNOLOGY BYNG SURVEY 2011 Conducted by BC Student Voice Byng Student Rep. Betty Lu and Byng Technology Inquiry Group

2. Of the over 700 Participants 78.4% Want more technology integration in classes

3. Of the over 700 Participants Only 36.0% Have enough access to printers/computers at school

4. Of the over 700 Participants 40.8% (less than half) Are content with the school policy on cell phones/iPods in class

5. Of the over 700 Participants 70.6% Use text messaging

6. Of the over 700 Participants 68.0% Think listening to music on iPod/mp3 while studying is a good idea

7. Some students ask… Could this survey really changewhat’s happening in school?

8. In the survey… One grade 10 student points out: We are VIGOROUS We are REBELLIOUS Take the REALITY Music is a VITAL part of our lives…

9. Well, Mr. Nugent once asked students in his Socials class:How many of you do not have an Apple product?

10. Only onebrave student in the whole class raised her hand…

11. Of the over 700 Participants 90.8% Have an Apple product!

12. Of the over 700 Participants 90.2% Have a cell phone!

13. Of the over 700 Participants 23.6% Have a smart phone with data plan

14. Of the over 700 Participants 18.2% Have a tablet

15. Of the over 700 Participants 60.6% Have a Wifi-enabled device!

16. Of the over 700 Participants 68.8% Have a laptop!

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21. Of the over 700 Participants 66.8% Know all their friends on Facebook… How about the other 33.2%...

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23. Unethical Use of Technologies Faced by Students

24. Reasons for Unethical Behaviours

25. Acknowledgement BC Student Voice Byng Student Representatives Byng Technology Inquiry Group, especially Mr. Rutley and Ms. Tong Student Volunteers All student and teacher participants All staff present

26. Thank You!