Technology use plan
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This document outlines a proposed technology use plan for Gerald Elementary School in Key West, Florida. It discusses the need for a technology plan to help utilize resources efficiently, improve professional development, and focus on critical issues. A planning team comprising various stakeholders is proposed. The planning process includes developing a vision statement, conducting a needs assessment, establishing goals and objectives, creating action plans and timelines, and ongoing monitoring and evaluation. Several goals and objectives are outlined, along with a needs assessment process and professional development strategies. An evaluation subcommittee and timeline are also proposed. The conclusion restates the goal of helping the school transition smoothly into using technology effectively.
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Technology use plan
- 1. Technology Use PlanGerald Elementary SchoolKey West, FloridaBy Amritha Bhat
- 2. Encompasses Goals &Objectives of communityFoundation for Effective technology integrationCatalyst for positive changeWhy do we need a Technology Plan?Helps Utilize all resources efficientlyImproves Professional developmentImproves outcomes and increases productivityHelps Focus on critical issuesHelps utilize external support effectively
- 3. Why does Gerald Elementary need a Tech Use plan?Help address technology needs of the schools Diverse learners more effectively
- 4. Create Specific technology Objectives/Goals which would strengthen its focus and help meet requirements better
- 5. Maximize use of existing technology more efficiently , which would help reduce need for additional funds
- 6. Improve professional development which would increase overall student and staff performance.
- 7. Help utilize current resources to their maximum potential.Planning TeamA committee comprising of all those who are involved and benefit from the plan would help ensure enthusiasm , dedication and long term support.Students/Staff
- 8. Parents
- 10. Faculty members/School board members
- 12. Technology coordinators and professionals
- 13. External Organizations that provide support to the plan.Planning Process
- 14. Planning Process- Getting StartedThe plan needs to be embedded in or supplement the school’s comprehensive school improvement plan
- 15. A committee with representation from all essential groups needs to be chosen
- 16. The committee would be divided under five specific technology focus areas such as Student Learning (includes technology skills) ,Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction , Administration / Data Management / Communication Processes , Resource Distribution and Use and Technical Support
- 17. The committee would then be assigned specific and well defined roles and an appropriate team leader would be chosen.
- 18. The committee would be oriented on various important aspects of the plan and meetings will be scheduled at convenient timesPlanning Process- Vision statementFollowing guidelines and incorporating the Schools vision and mission statement an appropriate vision statement would be formulated.
- 19. Planning Process- Needs AssessmentThis would help assessStudent Learning (includes technology skills)
- 20. Teacher Preparation and Delivery of Instruction
- 21. Administration / Data Management / Communication Processes
- 22. Resource Distribution and Use
- 23. Technical Support With the help of tools such as surveys , reports, research material, outside sources, other plans etc we would be able to determine where we currently are and where we want to be.
- 24. Planning Process – Goals/ObjectivesIn the process of developing the vision statement, determining where we are now, and where we want to be , we would have identified the areas that are exemplary, adequate and most in need of improvement. The areas identified, as those in need of improvement, would potential goals.
- 25. Once these goals are established specific objectives would be planned that are clear, concise, measurable, adaptable to timelines and action plans and are observable.Planning Process-Develop action plans and timelines We would systematically identify each objective and brainstorm activities that would help master that objective. Prioritize the activities and choose several for each objective that are realistic and doable with staff and facilities.
- 26. Action plan would addressfaculty/staff training (Professional Development) as well as specific action steps integrating technology into the learning process.
- 27. Organize information in the form of a chart. For e.g.Planning Process- Monitor and evaluate the Technology planThis would be an ongoing process
- 28. Both formative and summative assessments would be conducted.Vision Statement School’s Vision and Mission statement- VISION: Each student will be a LEADER – a Learner, an Example Setter, an Achiever and a Dreamer. We see every child as a leader in charge of his or her learning. MISSION: We are committed to working collaboratively to provide a quality learning environment in which ALL children can learn and develop to their maximum potential. Proposed Technology Use Plan vision statement-“Leverage the learning sciences and modern technology to create engaging, relevant, and personalized learning experiences for all learners that mirror students’ daily lives and the reality of their futures to create tomorrows leaders”
- 29. Plan Goals/ObjectivesCreate and maintain public/private (community) partnerships to enhance the effective access to technology during and beyond the school day.
- 30. Continue to evaluate and improve the infrastructure to enhance the learning environment and accommodate growth. This needs to be refreshed periodically.
- 31. Develop methods to utilize current resources effectively and efficiently.
- 32. Develop and deliver standards-based staff development to improve staff technology knowledge to reduce dependence on external support.
- 33. Utilize successful schools and programs as “best practice models.”Plan Goals/ ObjectivesDevelop partnerships for staff development opportunities.
- 34. Provide appropriate and timely technical support and technology to achieve effective integration of educational technology.
- 35. Ensure equitable technology access for all students, address specific needs of all learners such as those with special needs and English Language learners.
- 36. Help students/staff understand and abide by federal, state and district laws, regulations, policies, and procedures that ensure safe and legal use of all technology
- 37. Improve Teacher/student academic achievement through the use of technology , with a target of fully integrating technology into the academic curriculum based on required National and State standards.Needs AssessmentDetermineCurrent practices in integrating technology across the curriculum.
- 38. Educators’ proficiency in the use of technology .
- 39. Current educational environment and barriers in the use of technology
- 40. How effectively existing technology is being used to reduce wastage of funds on additional technology.
- 41. How often students have access to technology to support the use of 21st century skills in their learning environment.Needs Assessment contd. DetermineEthical and safe use of technology by students and staff
- 42. Professional development needs and barriers relating to using educational technology as part of instruction
- 43. How current practices address the specific needs of the schools diverse population such as equitable access to technology, children with special needs and English language learners.
- 44. Link to survey http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?hl=en&formkey=dDdZbFJ4dlVadHVYTV9vZzVaOUtfbFE6MQ#gid=0Staff DevelopmentIncorporating a Professional development plan keeping in mind the following componentsA connection to student learning
- 46. Variety of learning experiences
- 49. Active participation of teachers
- 50. Ongoing process
- 51. Sufficient time
- 52. Technical assistance and support
- 54. Adequate resources, continuous funding and built-in evaluationReference: http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/areas/issues/methods/technlgy/te1000.htm
- 55. Professional developmentStrategiesProvide opportunities to become fluent in using technology to bolster instruction and help students develop higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills
- 56. Provide Hands-on technology use at school and at home
- 57. Utilize key points from “Adult learning theory”
- 58. Demonstrate projects in specific curriculum areas and help teachers integrate technology into the content
- 59. Build teacher networks so that teachers have additional opportunities to discuss the new instructional methods that technology promotes.
- 60. Encourage teachers to participate in professional development program by providing incentives and additional support
- 61. Provide just-in-time support, assistance, and encouragement when neededEvaluation/ResearchCreate a sub committee for Evaluation
- 62. Incorporate formative assessments that are integrated into the school curriculum
- 63. Incorporate Summative assessments that would be determined by student achievement and progress toward meeting educational goals
- 64. Create Quarterly reports (Curriculum, Professional Development, and Infrastructure) of services delivered with evaluation data for goals and benchmarks
- 65. Create a technology timeline for monitoring/Evaluation with the following data – Date, methodology, Activity or Benchmark, target audience and person responsible
- 66. Brief yearly progress of what the previous plans have achieved and what is being revised would be consideredResearchExamining the status of current school technology projects
- 67. Brainstorming and researching how emerging technologies affect the school
- 68. Gaining synergies by networking with other local school districts and educational entities
- 69. Gathering input from parents, teachers, administrators, technology staff, and other stakeholders
- 70. Examining federal, state and county technology plans, goals and requirements
- 71. Reading various technology plans, planning resources and rubrics, from federal, regional and state level resource sites
- 72. Subscribe to publications such as AECT, editlib.org etcTime LineJune – select committee and schedule meeting times and places
- 73. July – meet, lay groundwork, begin work on vision and mission
- 74. August – assess current technology
- 75. September – conduct needs assessment, analyze data and make recommendations
- 76. October – establish goals and objectives
- 77. November – develop technology action plans
- 78. January – plan implementation schedule and evaluation methods
- 79. Feb – secure funding options, submit final draft for internal review
- 80. March – finalize the plan and get approved by local school board
- 81. April – submit plan for district approvalConclusionThank you for giving me this opportunity to present my Technology Use Plan document. I hope that through this plan we would be able to be achieve the Schools mission to step into the digital era smoothly and Create a new generation of Tech savvy and responsible adults
- 84. Technology Use plan- http://www.monroe.k12.fl.us/schools/TechPlan/GAE.pdf
- 85. Guidebook for Developing an Effective Instructional Technology Plan
Editor's Notes
- Hello! My name is Amritha and this is my proposed Technology use plan document for Gerald Elementary School located in Key west Florida. Although the school has a current Plan, I would like to take this opportunity to present a technology plan document that would address the specific needs of the school better.
- An effective technology use plan would ….
- It could include, but not be limited to
- The planning process involves the following
- The school currently does not have a Technology vision statement. Based on the schools general vision and mission statement, I have proposed the following.
- Goals and objectives act as a compass guiding and helping us focus on where we need to be. The following Goals/objectives have been created to suit specific requirements of Gerald Elementary school and include Curriculum, Technology, Infrastructure and professional development components
- On reading the school’s improvement plan and the current technology plan, the following would help in evaluating existing and preferred conditions .That is, a needs assessment plan which helps determine
- The following is the link to a sample Needs assessment survey to determine these specific needs.
- In order to improve confidence, knowledge and enthusiasm amongst teachers with regard to technology use, it is essential…1.provide teachers with abundant opportunities to become fluent in using technology to bolster instruction and help students develop higher-order thinking and problem-solving skills2. Provide Hands-on technology use at school and at home allows teachers to develop confidence in their skills and a comfort level with the technology3. Professional development that utilizes key points from adult learning theory4. Should demonstrate projects in specific curriculum areas and help teachers integrate technology into the content5. Build teacher networks so that teachers have additional opportunities to discuss the new instructional methods that technology promotes.6. Encourage teachers to participate in professional development program by providing incentives and additional support7. provide just-in-time support, assistance, and encouragement when needed
- To address Evaluation needs the following would be implemented
- The following are suggestions to improve current knowledge of technology
- This is an example of a sample time line that could be incorporated