Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate
-
Upload
ekenawilkins -
Category
Education
-
view
251 -
download
0
Transcript of Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate
![Page 1: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
Mansfield ISD: E-Rate & Technology Plan
Ekena Wilkins
EDLD 5306
![Page 2: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Agenda:
Overview of E-RateHow E-Rate WorksOverview of a Technology PlanMansfield ISD’s Technology PlanReviewConclusion
![Page 3: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Objectives: After Viewing this Presentation, You Should…Learn what E-Rate’s purpose is, and how
applicants benefit from its resourcesDiscover what a Technology Plan is, and
how they are used by schools/districtsAccess Mansfield ISD’s Technology Plan,
and understand how it is used
![Page 4: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Overview of E-Rate
![Page 5: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
What is E-Rate?
E-Rate is The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund.
It is administered by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
![Page 6: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
What Does E-Rate Do?
Provides discounts to schools and libraries for telecommunications products and internet access.
Goal is equitable technology access for educational campuses
![Page 7: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
How E-Rate Works
![Page 8: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Who Is Eligible for E-Rate?
Schools, districts, and librariesCampuses must apply for E-Rate to
confirm eligibility.Discounts depend on factors such as
poverty level urban/rural status
![Page 9: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
How does E-Rate Assistance Work ?
Assistance ranges from 20%-90% of costs of eligible services
Applicants provide other resources to use E-Rate connectivity End-user equipment professional development Software
Campuses/districts include E-Rate assistance in their Technology Plan
![Page 10: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Overview of a Technology Plan
![Page 11: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
What is a Technology Plan?
Technology plans are “detailed blueprints” that outline strategies for improving technological implementation with a unified goal in mind Serve as vision statement Help spark accountability Emphasize cohesiveness in implementation
![Page 12: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
How do Technology Plans Work?
There are four main sections of a technology plan: Teaching and Learning Educator Preparation and Development Administration and Support Services Infrastructure for Technology
Each section has an Implementation & Evaluation strategy
![Page 13: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
Mansfield ISD’s Technology Plan
![Page 14: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
What Does it Cover?
District’s Technology Advisory CommitteeGoal StatementImplementations and Evaluation points for
each sectionDetailed scenarios of how E-Rate and
other resources will be usedFor a detailed look, visithttp://www.mansfieldisd.org/departments/technology/pdf/techplan-yr12.pdf
![Page 15: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
What are the Main Focal Points?
Equity & accessibility of telecommunications equipment and internet for all students
Adequate instruction infused with technological tools
Relevant professional development & administrative standards for implementation
Sound infrastructure that uses E-Rate, budgeting, and stakeholders’ funds responsibly
![Page 16: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Equity
Who Qualifies:Pre-APGifted & TalentedSpecial Education
![Page 17: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Instruction
Phasing in of new technological equipmentMastery of skills
Critical reading & thinking Problem solving Synthesis Collaboration
![Page 18: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Professional Development
Continuous, consistent, convenient
Caters to instruction, not merely technology
Involves all faculty, staff, and administrators
![Page 19: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
Infrastructure
Effective budgetingConservative spendingClose involvement with stakeholdersE-Rate Detailed personalized campus
infrastructure
![Page 20: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
What are the Results?
Each year, data is released to the MISD site outlining how well schools did in implementing technology implementation strategies
MISD uses the STaR Chart to monitor schools’ progress.
MansfieldHigh
SummitHigh
TimberviewHigh
LegacyHigh
![Page 21: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
MISD High School 2010-2011 STaR Results
Year 2010-2011
Overall Totals
Mansfield High Summit High Timberview High
Legacy High
Teaching & Learning
12 14 12 14
Educator Prep & Development
12 13 12 13
Admin. & Support Services
13 16 13 17
Infrastructure for Technology
13 13 13 14
![Page 22: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/22.jpg)
Review
E-Rate is a program that provides discounts for equitable access to telecommunication equipment and connectivity
Schools, districts, and libraries apply for assistance
Discounts vary depending upon financial need
![Page 23: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/23.jpg)
Review
Technology Plans help districts and schools better implement technology in education
Serve as detailed blueprints with implementation strategies and evaluation plans in place
![Page 24: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/24.jpg)
Review
Schools evaluate their progress of implementing their technology plans using released data from STaR charts
![Page 25: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/25.jpg)
Conclusion
Districts, and schools rely on one another for support and accountability to ensure students receive a quality education Reliable equipment Reputable resources Knowledgeable teachers Dedicated administrators
![Page 26: Mansfield ISD Technology Plan and E-Rate](https://reader035.fdocuments.in/reader035/viewer/2022062419/558ddf791a28ab24578b46cb/html5/thumbnails/26.jpg)
Conclusion
When schools, districts, or other campuses cannot meet all their needs independently, programs like E-Rate are valuable Equitability Accountability Consistency