Hearne ISD/Elementary- Marlise Golden
1. How do your proposed strategies (Week 8 Step 6) meet the required standards as your Week 6 Step 4 stated?
The school district that I am studying is currently developing Technology Plans/Technology Professional Development Plans for the district. The proposed strategies in Step 6 meet the required standards as Step 4 by being congruent with the needs of the district.
2. Review the reading materials in Technology domain to propose using other standards which are not adopted by your studied school. Explain why those new standards should be considered for your studied school.
Since there is not a plan adopted by my studied school the standards should be considered to meet the needs of the students and teachers as outlined in the TEKS objectives and the NETS. As technology integration continues to increase in our society, it is paramount that teachers possess the skills and behaviors of digital age professionals. Moving forward, teachers must become comfortable being co-learners with their students and colleagues around the world.(ISTE NETs, 2012)
The following standards should be considered:
I. TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS AND CONCEPTS
Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts. Teachers:
- A. demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Students).
- B. demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.
III. TEACHING, LEARNING, AND THE CURRICULUM
Teachers implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to
maximize student learning. Teachers:
- A. facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.
- B. use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.
- C. apply technology to develop students’ higher order skills and creativity.
- D. manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.
V. PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. Teachers:
- A. use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
- B. continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.
- C. apply technology to increase productivity.
- D. use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning
posted by Marlise @ 9:46 PM
8 Comments
8 Comments:
Marlise, please review the email I sent out to you. Thanks!
I noticed your school did not have an adopted plan. I would recommend they choose to follow the ISTE NETS since they are national technology standards. In addition, the technology department would benefit from implementing these standards since "the TF standards are designed for lead teachers or instructional technology specialists who facilitate technology integration at the building level" (Williamson & Redish, 2009).
Williamson, Jo; Redish, Traci (2009-02-01). ISTE's Technology Facilitation and Leadership Standards: What Every K-12 Leader Should Know and Be Able to Do (Kindle Locations 376-377). International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE). Kindle Edition.
Marlise,
I also recommend you to review the Chapter 126. Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for Technology Applications. These TEKS will help teachers to know the technological skills students are expected to master at each grade level. The technology applications curriculum has four strands: foundations, information acquisition, work in solving problems, and communication. The TEKS determine the knowledge and skills on each strand.
TEA (2011) Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Technology Applications. Retrieved April 01, 2012 from http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter126/ch126a.html#126.7
It’s refreshing to hear the word “productivity” within a technology plan! So too often we get wrapped up in what technology gadgets can do – instead of how these gadgets can improve productivity. Using resources and funds to procure these gadgets should always have a plan to improve instructional and administrative processes with a purpose (Molenda, 2009). Would you associate academic productivity to "learning outcomes?"
Molenda, M. (2009). Instructional Technology Must Contribute to Productivity. Journal Of Computing In Higher Education, 21(1), 80-94.
Marlise,
I like what you said about "teachers must become comfortable being co-learners with their students and colleagues." This is so true. Many times teachers do not want to admit they do not know something in front of their students, let alone in front of colleagues. I think learning right along with everyone is beneficial because it helps teachers grow and it allows coworkers and students to grow. Everyone has something to add that can benefit everyone else. ISTE nets Standard 1D states, "Model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues,
and others in face-to-face and virtual environments" (ISTE, 2011).
ISTE. (2011). Iste nets-s. Retrieved April 3, 2012 from http://www.iste.org/Libraries/PDFs/NETS-T_Standards.sflb.ashx
Marlise,
The technology plan you are developing for your campus is exciting and clearly you have done a great job including all the neccessary steps needed to accomplish the goals determined by your needs analysis. I agree with our classmates suggestions and believe you are a great asset to your campus.
http://www.lhup.edu/step/implementingtech.html
This is a great site developed by Lockhaven University that provides simple integration steps for ensuring success when implementing new technology into curriculum and instruction. This site may offer insight to ease teachers and students into the new technology plan to maximize effectiveness.
Marlise,
FYI - The Texas Campus STaR Chart is a tool for planning and assessing School Technology and Readiness aligned with the Long-Range Plan for Technology.
The Texas Campus STaR Chart can be used:
-To create and/or update your district's technology plan.
-To help put forward your campus or district vision of technology.
-Campuses and districts may use the chart to identify current education technology profiles, establish goals, and monitor progress.
-To measure student and teacher proficiencies with regard to the integration of technology into all content areas.
-To apply for grants. The Texas Campus STaR Chart will help schools identify their educational technology needs as they apply for grants.
Texas Educational Agency. (2006). The Texas Campus STaR Chart. Retrieved February 19, 2012, from http://starchart.epsilen.com/docs/TxCSC.pdf
The STAR chart is used to see if the teachers are learning how to use technology. I think every teacher should have a technology portfolio. What do you think?
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