Maitland
Middle School
Technology
Plan 2003-2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
·
National Technology Goals for Teachers and
Students
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General Information/Demographics
·
Stakeholders
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Objectives
·
Strategies
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Timeline/Key Tasks
·
Budget Information
National Goals for teachers: (The
state of
I.
TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS AND CONCEPTS.
Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and
concepts.
Teachers:
A.
demonstrate
introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to
technology (as described in the ISTE National Education Technology Standards for Students)
B.
demonstrate continual growth
in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging
technologies.
II.
PLANNING AND DESIGNING LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS AND
EXPERIENCES.
Teachers plan and
design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.
Teachers:
A.
Design
developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply
technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of
learners.
B.
apply current research
on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments
and experiences.
C.
identify and locate
technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.
D.
plan for the
management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.
E.
plan strategies to
manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.
III.
TEACHING, LEARNING, AND THE CURRICULUM.
Teachers implement curriculum plans, that include
methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning.
Teachers:
A.
facilitate
technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student
technology standards.
B.
use technology to
support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.
C.
apply technology to
develop students' higher order skills and creativity.
D.
manage student learning
activities in a technology-enhanced environment.
IV.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION.
Teachers apply
technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation
strategies. Teachers:
A.
apply technology in
assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment
techniques.
B.
use technology resources
to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to
improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
C.
apply multiple methods
of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources
for learning, communication, and productivity.
V.
PRODUCTIVITY AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE.
Teachers use
technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice. Teachers:
A.
use technology
resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
B.
continually evaluate and
reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use
of technology in support of student learning.
C.
apply technology to
increase productivity.
D.
use technology to
communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in
order to nurture student learning.
VI.
SOCIAL, ETHICAL, LEGAL, AND HUMAN ISSUES.
Teachers
understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of
technology in PK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice. Teachers:
A.
model and teach legal
and ethical practice related to technology use.
B.
apply technology
resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds,
characteristics, and abilities.
C.
identify and use
technology resources that affirm diversity
D.
promote safe and healthy
use of technology resources.
E.
facilitate equitable access
to technology resources for all students.
National Goals for Students: (The
state of
I.
Basic operations and concepts
A.
Students
demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology
systems.
B.
Students are
proficient in the use of technology.
II.
Social, ethical, and human issues
A.
Students
understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
B.
Students practice
responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
C.
Students develop
positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning,
collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.
III.
Technology
productivity tools
A.
Students use
technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote
creativity.
B.
Students use
productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models,
prepare publications, and produce other creative works.
IV.
Technology communications tools
A.
Students use
telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts,
and other audiences.
B.
Students use a
variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively
to multiple audiences.
V.
Technology research tools
A.
Students use
technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of
sources.
B.
Students use
technology tools to process data and report results.
VI.
Technology problem-solving and
decision-making tools
A.
Students use
technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.
B.
Students employ
technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real
world.