We’ve been dedicating our efforts in primary schools to create more time for educators and alleviate teacher stress. The following advice can be a game-changer for you.
Navigating technology in education is a universal challenge, even for those well-versed in tech. This type of stress has a specific term: Technostress. It’s a significant hurdle for teachers integrating technology in their classrooms and online environments.
“Technostress is the stress caused by technology use, leading to symptoms like depression, anxiety, fatigue, and lowered productivity.” – Zahra Sadeghinejad & Arash Najmaei
Here’s a brief self-evaluation to determine if your teachers might be more prone to Technostress:
- Outdated Technology
Teachers often feel more stressed in environments with outdated or out-of-warranty tech. Implement a strategy to ensure all tech assets are under warranty. - Over-reliance on Tech Support
If your primary school often needs urgent tech help, it could mean there are bigger problems. Think about asking for advice from people you trust to see if there’s an issue. Don’t keep delaying action. - Lack of Confidence in Using Technology
If many teachers express frustration with technology, it’s time to investigate. Form a tech team to pinpoint primary concerns and look for solutions that meet teachers’ needs effectively.
For a comprehensive analysis and actionable steps, try our interactive School Tech Health Self-Assessment School Tech Health Self-Assessment
Tackling these three areas has been shown to boost teacher morale, save on budget, and most importantly, return valuable time to teachers.