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TECHNOLOGY PLANAdvancing Our Digital Connections
PRESENTED BY: ELLEN GIANAKIS
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Impacts of No Child Left BehindUNITED STATES
Time AllocationNot all classes received equal attention, funding, and time
Standardized TestingWe resorted to using one criterion for evaluating student and teacher performance
Zhao, Y. (2007). Education in the flat world. EDge Phi Delta Kappa International, 2(4). Retrieved from http://zhaolearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/KappanEdgeZhao.pdf
ValuesWe valued academic performance over other achievements
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30% of teachers don’t use computers
to teach writing because the state
test is handwritten
Zhao, Y. (2007). Education in the flat world. EDge Phi Delta Kappa International, 2(4). Retrieved from http://zhaolearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/KappanEdgeZhao.pdf
UNITED STATES
How the U.S. Education System ComparesINTERNATIONALLY
CHINA
Calls for alternate forms of assessment and forbids ranking on test results
SINGAPORE
Implemented curriculum reform to foster more creative learners
UNITED STATES
Overly focused on standardized testing
UNITED KINGDOM
Wants students to have the skills needed to succeed in a global
society
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Zhao, Y. (2007). Education in the flat world. EDge Phi Delta Kappa International, 2(4). Retrieved from http://zhaolearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/KappanEdgeZhao.pdf
4NEED FOR CHANGE
Where the U.S. is Falling Behind
MulticulturalismU.S. students lack sufficient exposure to other languages and cultures. Technology could easily help bridge this gap.
Creating Well Rounded StudentsMany schools in the U.S. are only focusing on two of Gardner’s intelligences: linguistic and logical mathematical rather than creating well rounded students
Evaluation FocusWe must extend student evaluations to include performance in the arts, sports, humanities, and the like Zhao, Y. (2007). Education in the flat world. EDge Phi Delta Kappa International, 2(4). Retrieved from
http://zhaolearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/KappanEdgeZhao.pdf
5NEED FOR CHANGE
New Brunswick Department of Education. (2010, March 28). 21st Century Education in New Brunswick, Canada [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EjJg9NfTXos
Do you realize how times have changed?
If we teach today’s students as we taught
yesterday’s , we rob them of tomorrow
John Dewey
We strive to equip students with the 21st century skills needed to be global citizens
• As Zhao (2008) asserts, American students currently lack the “global
knowledge and skills” needed to succeed
• According to the International Society for Technology in Education’s
(2008) policy brief, technology in the classroom promotes students
achievement and provides the skill set they need to succeed.
• Technology can help individualize instruction, create authentic
learning experiences, increase student collaboration as well as
engagement, and foster responsibility
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Philosophy of Technology and Education
TECHNOLOGY & EDUCATION
International Society for Technology in Education. (2008). Technology and student achievement-the indelible link. Retrieved from http://www.k12hsn.org/files/research/Technology/ISTE_policy_brief_student_achievement.pdf
Zhao, Y. (2007). Education in the flat world. EDge Phi Delta Kappa International, 2(4). Retrieved from http://zhaolearning.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/KappanEdgeZhao.pdf
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Technology and Student AchievementUNITED STATES
International Society for Technology in Education. (2008). Technology and student achievement-the indelible link. Retrieved from http://www.k12hsn.org/files/research/Technology/ISTE_policy_brief_student_achievement.pdf
MISSOURI
Students in eMINTS program focused on inquiry-based learning outperform their peers
MICHIGAN
Freedom to Learn program provides laptops for students and has demonstrated high levels of student engagement
TEXASTechnology Immersion Pilot led to less discipline problems and higher achievement
Take a look at our technology availabilityOUR SCHOOL
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Only 28% of students have computer access in school
National Center for Education Statistics. (2014). Grover Cleveland Middle School [Data file]. Retrieved from http://nces.ed.gov/ccd/schoolsearch/school_detail.asp?Search=1&DistrictID=3402580&ID=340258002010
637 studentswere enrolled in Grover
Cleveland Middle School as of 014
179 computerswere available for student use that same year- 2014
Caldwell-West Caldwell Board of Education. (2014). Caldwell-West Caldwell Public Schools 2015-2017 District Technology Plan. Retrieved from http://www.cwcboe.org/cms/lib04/NJ01001185/Centricity/Domain/33/Technology%20Plan%202015-01-12.pdf
Individualized Instruction
The ability to differentiate instruction based on
students’ needs, interests, and learning styles
Authentic Learning
The ability to connect students with others in their community and
across the globe
More Student Responsibility
Students can take control over their learning and practice positive digital
citizenship.
Take a look at the advantages of educational technologyTECHNOLOGY BENEFITS 9
Increased Student
EngagementDraw in students’ attention by using
interactive student-centered applications
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Video TutorialsTeachers can post videos on their
sites to help students review course content or extend in-class learning
Flexible LearningAs Horn and Christensen (2008) assert, textbooks are static whereas learning programs can adjust to student needs
Appeal to InterestsWith the vast array of content on the web, students can locate content that relates
to their interests and course content.
Available ResourcesStudents can search and access
websites like Khan Academy and No Red Ink to further review content as
necessary
AccommodationsMany technology applications and
sites offer accommodations like text to speech to assist and support
student learners
Increase Student Performance
With the use of online assessments, applications can identify personalized
areas of improvement for learners
Meeting our students’ needsINDIVIDUALIZED INSTRUCTION
Christensen, C. & Horn, M. (2008). How do we transform our schools? Education Next, 8(3). Retrieved from http://educationnext.org/how-do-we-transform-our-schools/
Cultivating a Community of Global CitizensAUTHENTIC LEARNING
Expert KnowledgeStudents can speak with experts regarding their course content
Authentic AudiencesStudents can digitally
publish and share their work with others
Collaboration OpportunitiesStudents can interact with
other classes around the world
Increased ResourcesStudents can access the most up to date information
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Lombardi, M. (2007). Authentic learning for the 21st century. Retrieved from https://net.educause.edu/ir/library/pdf/ELI3009.pdf
Increasing Student Interest in Course ContentSTUDENT ENGAGEMENT
Control PacingCommunicate in real time and adjust lesson as necessary. Students can control the pace of course content.
Student CollaborationThrough the use of technology and gamification, students can learn communication and team work
Hands-On ApproachStudents recreate and interact with course content, thus internalizing the information and material
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Brenner, L. (2015). 3 ways to increase student engagement in your classroom. Retrieved fromhttps://www.iste.org/explore/articleDetail?articleid=590&category=Innovator-solutions&article=
CourtesyBy engaging with online course
content, students learn to
appropriately use technology
and available resources.
Safety Students learn to be aware of
their digital footprint and
privacy through technology use
JudgmentFrom evaluating sources to
making smart decisions about
technology use, students learn
valuable critical thinking skills
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Cultivating Responsible Digital CitizensSTUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Bruder, P. (2013). Digital Citizenship: responsible technology use in the classroom. Retrieved from https://www.njea.org/news-and-publications/njea-review/january-2013/digital-citizenship-responsible-technology-use-in-the-classroom
Become a 1:1 district so as to ensure that all staff and students have access to devices on a daily basis
Allot time for staff to review and revise the existing curriculum to ensure technology is being used effectively and creatively.
Use technology in innovative, creative, and authentic ways. Technology should create space
for digital collaboration globally and locally.
Host collaborative meetings with parents, students, teachers, and the educational leadership team to
review technology use and goals.
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Vision for Educational Technology IntegrationVISION
6th Grade 7th Grade 8th Grade
Keyboarding- 20 WPM Keyboarding- 25 WPM Keyboarding- 30 WPM
Cyber Bullying Flipped Classroom Student Created Tutorials
Digital Citizenship Community Collaboration Global Collaboration
Effective Search Terms Blogging Digital Portfolio
Reliable Sources Supplementing Class Lessons Online Learning Modules
Technology Goals for Student Learning
VISION 15
Nicholson, B. (2004). Custom typing. Retrieved from http://www.customtyping.com/cgi-bin/kb2/org-modify_users- modify_user.pl?speed_goal_help=1
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FundingPrioritize laptops in the
budget and write grants to obtain funds
DistributionIt will likely take 3-4 years to become 1:1. Each time
laptops are purchased, they will be evenly
distributed by grade
CollaborationTeachers must have
access to training and time to reflect on the
curriculum
Call to ActionAll stakeholders must
come together to reflect on the implementation and
use of the technology
Action Steps To Reach GoalTAKING ACTION
Google Educator TrainingAll staff will attend Google Educator training to become more familiar with the Google suite
Curriculum RevisionTeachers will have time to review and revise their existing curriculum. Time will be set aside to allow space for vertical and horizontal alignment
Technologies of Special Focus WorkshopsEach marking period, there will be one technology of special focus that the staff will engage with and explore in the context of their subject areas
ISTE Standard WorkshopStaff will meet with their Professional Learning Communities to review the standards in the context of their subject area
Committee MeetingA committee will be called consisting of teachers, administrators, parents, and students to review technology goals and implementation
ObservationsStaff will observe one another to provide feedback on technology use and to collect ideas for future technology implementation
Implementation and Teacher TrainingPROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 17
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Google Classroom:Learning Platform
Skype:Video Chat
Tumblr:Blogging
Wix:Digital Portfolio
Technologies of Special Focus
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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Expose Parents to Technologies Allow parents to become more familiar with the technologies being used in their child’s classroom through “Open House” nights and parent training sessions
Keep Communication OpenSurveys will be distributed to teachers, students, parents, and administrators throughout the year to obtain data about technology usage and room for improvement
Involving All Community Members
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
International Society for Technology in Education. (2008). Technology and student achievement-the indelible link. Retrieved from http://www.k12hsn.org/files/research/Technology/ISTE_policy_brief_student_achievement.pdf
Increase Technology UsageEducate staff, parents, and students about effective and purposeful technology use and transition to a 1:1 district
Provide Proper TrainingExpose staff to technologies that will help diffentiate learning while creating authentic, engaging learning experiences for students
Involve All StakeholdersInvite parents, students, administrators, teachers, and community members to come together in an effort to improve technology use in the district
Creating a Change in Educational TechnologySUMMARY 20
THANKS FOR WATCHINGHAVE A NICE DAY!
PRESENTED BY: ELLEN GIANAKIS