%0 Journal Article
%T A Survey of First-Year University Students' Ability to use Spreadsheets
%A Lim
%A K.
%J Spreadsheets in Education
%D 2004
%I Bond University
%X Universities are using more information and communication technologies (ICT) in their teaching and learning environments. An anonymous multiple-choice survey self-assessed the spreadsheet skills of students enrolled in first-year units at the beginning of 2003. The results of the survey indicate significant deficiencies in the use of spreadsheets. There is a significant proportion of students who are unable to use spreadsheets as part of their education at the start of their university studies. The implications for tertiary education are discussed.
%K information and communication technologies (ICT)
%K ICT competency
%K ICT skill
%K computer literacy
%K spreadsheets
%K teaching and learning
%U http://www.sie.bond.edu.au/articles/1.2/lim.pdf