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Survey 2 analysis, approach and key findings
97% of Survey 2 respondents
indicated that their new laptop
supported them in completing their
homework and assignments.
Troubleshooting technical issues are
a key area of opportunity in enhancing
student’s digital ability
Overall, 97% of Survey 2 respondents
felt that their new laptop allowed them
to practice and subsequently improve
in at least one of the six skills which
contribute to the ADII’s measure of
Digital Ability.
Key Findings
Following a 9 month period, students were surveyed again to determine the impact receiving a laptop
had on social and educational outcomes. Following analysis of Survey 1 and identification of key
insights, the final survey sought to explore how donated laptop had reduced barriers to accessibility and
whether they had enhanced students’ digital abilities / literacy, social engagement and academic
performance. As a result, the questions in Survey 2 focused on testing the digital ability of students.
Analysis of Survey 1 and distribution of Survey 2
Survey 1 data was analysed in the context of supporting IRSD, ICSEA and ADII index data and
informed key data points Survey 2 sought to test. In particular, in Survey 1 the students’ average
confidence rating in using computers was 4.4 out of 5. This contradicted desktop literature, which
indicated that Australian students were often not proficient in ICTs. As a result, Survey 2 focused on
exploring digital ability, probing the students with questions on cyber security and troubleshooting
issues to gain a more reliable self-assessment. Survey 2 was distributed to the same six recipient
schools and sample of students with the exception of 2022 Year 12 students. This survey received 71
responses from 5 of the 6 recipient schools, in comparison to 134 responses in Survey 1.
Survey 2 analysis and impact measurement
Analysis of Survey 2 responses highlighted the impact the donated laptop had had on individual
students and across the sample more broadly. Indicators of this impact surfaced in areas of digital
accessibility and ability reflected in quantifiable student self-assessments in addition to testimonials.
Areas of opportunity
Key learnings identified across the survey insights and external research highlighted areas of
opportunity to be considered in measuring digital inclusion and quantifying impacts of change. These
were grouped under themes of advocacy and impact measurement and can be considered beyond
specific demographics.
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