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Technology Plans and ChangeThe Effects of the National Technology Plan on Aldine ISDWilliam Danes EDLD 5362 Section 8026

Contents of Presentation21st Century LearnerOut line of Aldine ISD current (2009 2012)Technology PlanRelates to the State PlanMain goals of National PlanRelates to the National PlanRecommended changes to the Aldine Technology Plan

The Target of the Technology PlansThe 21st Century learner expects content to be relevant and presented in a way that applies to the students individual learning style. Learning no longer can be one-size fits all, It must be tailored to the individual and accomplished through a multitude of learning resources, digital content, and multimedia resources in a variety of learning environments.

Texas Education Agency. Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020, Austin, Texas, 2006.

Aldine ISD Technology PlanThree Primary ObjectivesAldine ISD will demonstrate sustained growth in student achievement.Aldine ISD will implement effective student management strategies to improve student behavior.Aldine ISD will improve parent/community relations by creating a welcoming environment in all campuses/facilities/departmentsBamberg, W. (Superintendent) (2009). Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston p.6

Aldine ISD Technology PlanTechnology will be used to facilitate meeting the objectives and goals.Professional Development will be provided as needed to encourage students, staff, and community to use technology as responsible, productive citizens, critical thinkers, and problem solvers.District wide applications and solutions to facilitate electronic communication.Bamberg, W. (Superintendent) (2009). Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston p.6

Aldine ISD Technology PlanNew campus and administrative locations will be receive current technologies and servicesNetworks and computers will be refreshed on a scheduleThe theme of interdisciplinary instruction will model the use of technology in every subject area.Bamberg, W. (Superintendent) (2009). Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston p.6

Aldine ISD Technology PlanThere are grade specific goals for the students in Aldine ISD in relation to the use of technology.Teachers must use technology in new and creative ways as an instructional and production tool.There must be a move from teacher as font of knowledge to student-centered instruction.Bamberg, W. (Superintendent) (2009). Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston p.7

Aldine ISD Technology Plan Web 2.0 tools will be adopted in a safe, instructionally appropriate manner.Bamberg, W. (Superintendent) (2009). Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston p.7

Texas Long Range Plan for Technology (LRPT) GoalsTeaching and LearningEducator Preparation and DevelopmentLeadership, Administration and Instructional SupportInfrastructure for TechnologyTexas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006- 2020

Texas LRPT Texas Goal:Teaching and Learning (does include specific grade level expectations)Aldine Goal:Demonstrate sustained growth in student achievementTexas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006- 2020

Texas LRPTTexas Goal:Educator Preparation and DevelopmentAldine Goal:No clear goal directly linked to this goalTexas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006- 2020

Texas LRPTTexas Goal:Leadership, Administration, and Instructional supportAldine Goal:Use technology to improve communicationTexas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006- 2020

Texas LRPTTexas Goal:Infrastructure for TechnologyAldine Goal:Provide a safe and secure technical environment for students and staffTexas Long Range Plan for Technology 2006- 2020

National Education Technology Plan 2010Adopted in fall of 2010Outlines an ambitious technology plan for the countryIt has five main goalsLearningAssessmentTeachingInfrastructureProductivity

National Education Technology Plan 2010National Goal 1.0: LearningAll learners will have engaging and empowering learning experiences both in and outside of school that prepares them to be active, creative knowledgeable, and ethical participants in our globally networked society.Aldine Goal:Demonstrate sustained growth in student achievement

Karen Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

National Education Technology Plan 2010National Goal 2.0: AssessmentOur education system at all levels will leverage the power of technology to measure what matters and use assessment data for continuous improvementAldine GoalNot a goal that clearly aligns with National PlanKaren Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

Natioanal Education Technology Plan 2010National Goal 3.0: TeachingProfessional educators will be supported individually and in teams by technology that connects them to data, content, resources, expertise, and learning experiences that can empower and inspire them to provide more effective teaching for all learners.Aldine Goal:Not a goal that is clearly aligns with National PlanKaren Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

National Education Technology Plan 2010National Goal 4.0: InfrastructureAll students and educators will have access to a comprehensive infrastructure for learning when and where they need it.Aldine Goal:Provide a safe and secure technical environment for students and staff.Karen Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

National Education Technology Plan 2010National Goal 5.0:ProductivityOur education system at all levels will redesign processes and structures to take advantage of the power of technology to improve learning outcomes while making more efficient use of time, money, and staffAldine Goal:Use technology to improve communicationKaren Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

National Education Technology Plan 2010Top Priorities as outlined by Karen CatorImprove AccessManage Print to Digital TransitionFocus on Front linesContinuous ImprovementKaren Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAWKHQWyYpU

RecommendationsAlign district plan with both the state and the national technology plansRevisit Goals of the Technology Plan for Aldine ISDIdentify those areas of strength within the district that are already in compliance with the state and national plansIdentify computer to student ratio that best supports technology plans at all levels and determine best way to reach that ratio

RecommendationsExamine need of infrastructure to handle 24/7 accessExamine need of infrastructure to accept various types of tools to access technology

Referenced:U.S. Department of Education, Office of Education Technology. Transforming American Education: Learning Powered by Technology, Washington, D.C., 2010.Texas Education Agency. Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020, Austin, Texas, 2006.Aldine Independent School District. Aldine ISD Technology Plan 2009-2012. Houston, Texas, 2009Karen Cator on the National Education Technology Plan. Retrieved on May 15, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAEKHQWyYpUArne Duncan Talks about the 2010 National Ed Tech Plan. Retrieved on May 11, 2011, from http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z0PcTd_pIE