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The Use of Computers
Caynon Strickland, Desha Mills, Rubisela Lucatero
Dr. Gayle J. Dodson
EDAD 5335
Action Plan Caynon Strickland
PrincipalISLCC Standard 3Principal Computer Use
Desha MillsStudent
Technology in the ClassroomAdvantages of Computer useSkills Develop through computer useBenefits in the learning EnvironmentComputer Use and Family InvolvementPrincipal’s Responsibilities
Rubisela LucateroTeacher
Technology Standards for teachers5 Internet Technologies school teachers need to knowPrinciples for integrating Technology in the CurriculumTechnology planningThree keys to Technology Excellence
Computer Use ~ the Principal
Caynon Strickland
ISLCC Standard 3
“A school administrator is an educational leader who promotes the success of all students by ensuring management of the organization, operations, and resources for a safe, effi cient, and effective learning environment.”
“The most effective way school administrators can
promote technology use is to themselves be
knowledgeable and effective users of technology”
Betty Kistler
Where to Begin?
International Society for Technology in Education’s standards for administratorswww.iste.org/standards
Principal Computer use
CommunicationRecord KeepingInformation Gathering
Support
COMMUNICATION
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E-MailFacebookTwitter
BlogChatroom
WikiSurveys
Record Keeping
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Entering and Managing
InformationStudent Discipline(TxEIS)
Teacher Walk-Throughs(Mobile Principal)
Teacher Evaluations(School Stream –
district forms)
School Improvement Plan
(word processor)
Reports to Central Office
(Word Processor)
Teacher Information Notes
(Word Processor)
Work Orders and Other forms
(School Stream)
Substitutes(AESOP)
Accessing Information
Attendance
Grades
Contact Information
Health Information
Scheduling
Each institution has its own unique way of keeping track of and reporting school data. Here are a couple of useful sites:
List of software:http://www.capterra.com/school-administration-software
Process for evaluating software: http://pareonline.net/getvn.asp?v=6&n=14
Information Gathering
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Useful Informational sites for Texas Principals: http://www.tea.state.tx.us/Texas Education Agency
http://www.tassp.org/index.cfmTexas Association of School Principals
http://www.tepsa.org/Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association
http://www.uiltexas.org/University Interscholastic League
http://info.sos.state.tx.us/pls/pub/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=19&pt=7&ch=247&rl=2
Texas Administrative Code – Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators
Support
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As school leaders, we must realize we are in this together with one common goal: what is best for students.
Some useful computer sites where principals can share with and learn from one another:
Connectedprincipals.com(collective thoughts of school administrators that want to share best practices in education)
Effectiveprincipals.blogspot.com(principals share effective strategies that positively impact their school)
Frankbuck.blogspot.com(time management for school leaders)
Blogs.edweek.org/edweek/LeaderTALK(provides interesting commentary and useful suggestions for leading your school)
www.schoolprincipalblog.com(information and tips for school principals)
Other computer use implications for the principal
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The Digital Divide(providing equity and access to students)
Online Safety(Internet use policies in place)
Copyright(Ensuring teachers and students follow copyright laws)
Computer Use by Students
Desha Mills
Technology in the Classroom
Technology can be used as tools to create instructional materials or as presentation devices to provide information in a variety of ways;
• Ebooks
• Smartboards
• Powerpoint
• Global communication
Advantages of Computer Use
The potential to reach students with various ability learning styles
An increase in student’s interest and motivation throughout the school day
Teachers prepare students for future use through different stages of their life
Advantages for “At Risk” Population
The use of technology can lead to improvements in math, science, social studies, and language arts. At Risk population can demonstrate:
Improved attitude
Improved Confidence
Improved writing skills
Advantage Over Traditional Methods of Assessment
• Active participation through increase motivation which leads to purposeful learning, self-confidence, and self-esteem
• Application of knowledge through higher order thinking projects
• Students’ portfolios in various subject areas will allow teachers to demonstrate and assess growth
Skills Develop through Computer Use
Usage can enhance information processing skills
Ability to locate information
Work in groups
Develop presentation skills
Skills Develop through Computer Use
Tutoring for basic reading and math skills
Students control their own pace
Instant feedback
Benefits in the Learning Environment
Improve whole group lessons
Enhance the curriculum
Provide visualization
Flexibility of how students are assess on content
Share resources
Able to demonstrate difficult concept in various content.
Computer Use and Family Involvement
Increase communication with parents at home
Parents develop their own computer skills
Spending more time with their families
Less time watching TV
Principal’s Responsibilities
Staff and student training on Internet Safety
Proper documentation of parental permission for student use
Proper documentation of parental permission for photography or video of student
Staff development throughout the year on integration of technology in the curriculum
Teacher and student access to the proper technology. Principal is responsible for obtaining and securing grants for the appropriate technology, if district is unable to provide to schools
Computer Use by Teachers
Rubisela Lucatero
Technology Standards for
teachers
Technology Standards for
teachersI. Technology Operations and Concepts
II. Planning and Designing Learning Environments
III. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum
IV. Assessment and Evaluation
V. Productivity and Professional Practice
VI.Social, Ethical, Legal, and Humans Issues
5 Internet Technologies
teachers need to know
5 Internet Technologies
teachers need to know1. Classroom Management applications
2. Lecture Capture
3. Parent Portals
4. SaaS (Software-as-a-Service)
5. Skype
Principles for integrating Technology
in the Curriculum
Principles for integrating Technology
in the Curriculum1. Develop a plan for the assistive
technology implementation
2. Time to plan instruction using the assistive technology in the classroom
3. Materials age-appropriate and motivating to the individual student
4. Learn to use the assistive technology before it is introduced into the daily classroom routine
Principles for integrating Technology
in the Curriculum5. Easily accessible within the classroom
6. Create materials that are specific too the curriculum
7. Training and technical
8. Support from classmates
9. Others who are using the assistive technology successfully
Principles for integrating Technology in the
Curriculum10.The value of support
11.Special education support for student expectations
12.Administrative support
13.An Assistive technology team coordinators
14.Procedures
15.Using settings other than the classroom
Technology Planning
Technology Planning
Teachers can:Ask to be involve in the planning process
Utilize technology to involve students in an engaging curriculum
Help other teachers integrate technology
Communicate concern and propose changes
Display enthusiasm and try something new
Technology Planning
Three keys to Technology ExcellenceCommunity involvement
Staff development
Planning
Works Cited (Principal) Brockmeier, L., Pate, J., & Leech, D. (2010). Principals' Use of Computer
Technology. Journal of Technology Integration in the Classroom, 2(3), 85-90. Connected Principals. (n.d.). Connected Principals. Retrieved January 24,
2014, from http://connectedprincipals.com Demski, J. (2012, June 1). The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Tech-Leading
Principals: Unwrapping the Key Attributes That Transform Principals into Effective Technology Leaders in Their Schools and in Their Districts. T H E Journal, July 2012, 1-7.
Forman, K. & Soloff J. (2010). Preparing for educational leadership. Boston, MA: Pearson Learning Solutions.
Garland, V. (2010). Emerging Technology Trends and Ethical Practices for the School Principal. J. EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS, 38(1), 39-49.
Larkin, P. (2013). Tweeting the Good News and Other Ways to use Social Media. Educational Leadership, 70(7), 70-72.
Starr, L. (2009, September 23). The Administrator's Role in Technology Integration. Education World:. Retrieved January 22, 2014, from http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/tech087.shtml
Welcome to the Texas Education Agency. (n.d.). Texas Education Agency. Retrieved January 22, 2014, from http://www.tea.state.tx.us
Williamson, R. (n.d.). Great new Resources for Principals. Education Partnerships, Inc. Retrieved January 24, 2013, from
http://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED538404.pdf
Works Cited (Student)
http://yosemite.wbu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=85833634&site=eds-live">Making Best Practices Better.</a>
<a href="http://yosemite.wbu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=71740202&site=eds-live">Mobile Devices Drive Creative Instruction.</a>
<a href="http://yosemite.wbu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=f5h&AN=87064628&site=eds-live">Using Technology to make a Difference.</a>
<a href="http://yosemite.wbu.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ofm&AN=71796979&site=eds-live">Our Digital Conversion.</a>
Works Cited (Teacher)
http://www.iste.org/docs/pdfs/nets_for_teachers_2000.pdf?sfvrsn=2
http://www.emergingedtech.com/2010/11/5-internet-technologies-that-school-administrators-need-to-know-about
http://www.educationworld.com/a_tech/archives/planning.shtml
http://www.sc.edu/scatp/cdrom/integratingat.htm