TECHNOLOGY PLAN TEMPLATE

North American University

Education Department
M.Ed. in Educational Leadership
EDUC 5321: TECHNOLOGY FOR SCHOOL PRINCIPALS

Name:______Emine Colak Kesir_____________________

07-2014_______________

Date: ____________12-

This template is adapted from http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/et/rs/documents/et14techplan.doc

INTRODUCTION/BACKGROUND
The plan should guide the LEAs use of education technology for the next three
years.

List specific start and end dates (7/1/xx to 6/30/xx). Provide a brief overview of the
LEA, its location and demographics and/or share a link to the LEAs website.
This plan will be in effect from 7/1/2015 to 6/30/2018.Lakes Retem Academy which is
public elementary school constructed in 1996.It is in the small town of a major city.
Lakes Retem Academy is enrolling 200 students in grade 4 through 8.The students body
is diverse composed of 90% Hispanic/Latino, 6% Black, 3%white, 1%other.

Describe how a variety of stakeholders from within the LEA and the community-atlarge participated in the planning process.
Technology Planning committee includes parents,principal,assistant
principal,teachers,director of technology,business managers,representative of civic
organization.Stakeholders are responsible for the need assessment, and based on these
needs,goals are identified for technology upgrade,integration and support and then they
design planning process,implement planning process and make decision about the
process through meetings.Stakeholders actively participate in the meetings for analysis

and implementation

Summarize the relevant research and describe how it supports the plan's curricular
and professional development goals.

Technology has an important role to improve the education and the use of technology in
education accelerates in years. For educators it is important to make technology plan very
effective. As we all know technology is evolving yearly basis and if educators make their
plan for long term without taking that into consideration, the status of their plan may
change over the years and things can start not working in their favor. Experts are
suggesting that making a plan based on what you think your students will need to learn
and what type of applications your staff and administration will need to use in order to be
successful with achieving the goals. That approach will also help to find out what the
type of equipment you will need use and at the same time that gives you an opportunity
to look for alternates to fit the cost into your budget. For example if the purpose is
teaching students the keyboarding you dont need to buy highly advanced system, instead
you can go with the right tool for less amount and can achieve your goal. Also effective
plans will give you advantage of using different technological equipment other than
computers. You can find many different activities where students can get involved with
teamwork, planning and research working environment and increase their higher order
thinking skills. That way technology becomes part of the curriculum. Staff development
is also one of the important items for establishing an effective plan which help teachers to
refine themselves and be aware of current available technology and the applications. A
plan will be more reliable plan if it will be developed by the involvement of all the
related parts including the people who will actually implement the plan.
The evaluation of the effectiveness of using technology will guide the educators about
how they can enhance the education. When using technology is combined with the
traditional instruction methods the learning of students can be increased. Students can
learn more and quickly with effective usage of technological tools. In order to determine
the effectiveness of technology methods some experimental studies can be conducted at
the schools. It is also believed that in evaluation process the readiness and awareness of
teachers with quality development where technology integrated with the curriculum is a
key factor. The usage of computers for educational purposes has dramatically increased
in last decades at schools. However some schools may not be using the computers
effectively to enhance learning. The aspect from the implementations of the technology is
whether such implementation will improve teaching and learning skills and the

achievement. The teacher who is going to use the technology must be proficient with the
system. It is suggested that in other to find out the most effective technology method all
the stakeholders who can potentially be influenced by the implementation of technology
such as teachers, administrators, board members, parentsetc. needs to come up with an
agreement about the implementation will take place at the school. All type of plans
should include evaluation methods and different type of evaluation methods should be
considered. Implementer should receive enough, adequate and sustainable education.
Reference:
See, J. (1992, May 1). National Center for Technology Planning. Retrieved December 6,
2014, from http://www.nctp.com/html/john_see.cfm
Noeth, R., & Volkov, B. (2004, January 1). Evaluating the Effectiveness of Technology
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CURRICULUM COMPONENT CRITERIA.

The Plan must establish clear goals and realistic strategy for using
telecommunications and information technology to improve education services.
(Answer at least 4 questions for each subsection below)

Describe teachers' current access to instructional technology and current use of

digital tools.
What technology is currently available to all teachers?
Each teacher has a networked laptop and there is one teacher workstation connected to
the Internet in the classroom

How does technology assist teachers and principals with their administrative tasks,
attendance and grading?

All teachers have networked laptops with access to the Internet and e-mail account on
the the server.Teachers use database for attendance and class management, edupia for

grading

How is technology used to track a students progress toward meeting all content
standards, improving Assessment of Student Performance and Progress scores, and
demonstrating college and career readiness?

The curriculum is aligned to State Standards in ELA,math, science and social studies
and science. The quarterly and semester assessments for student progress testing are used
to assess the standards in core subjects.Student progress is recorded each quarter on the
report cards for grades 4-8 and they are mailed to parents. All teachers have access to
SLXCA which is a student information management software to view data and to
monitor class progress on the quarterly assessments.
How is technology being used to provide powerful learning opportunities,
especially for special-needs students and students who required additional
resources to improve academic performance?
To meet the needs of students with reading and math difficulties,several computers are
used . There are networked student workstations in the library and computer lab and they
use Accelerated Reading,Study Island and other educational software . Students with
special needs can also use networked computers with online resources in Special
Education and ESL classes
Describe students' current access to instructional technology and current use of
digital tools. Include a description about the LEA policy, practices, and/or
replacement policy that ensures equitable technology access for all students.
Do all student groups have equal and appropriate access to the available technology?
The school has one computer lab with more than 20 computers with internet access and
eudcational softwares.The library has student workstations with computer with internet
access and educational softwares
How is technology being used by students in the library media center and labs?
Softwares on computers in the library provide standards-based activities for
students.Students use Accelerated Reader on every networked computer for ELA,reading
and esl.students use netwoked computers in lab for research and other curriculum related
software programs.
How is technology used to extend the school day for students and to make learning
resources available during after-school hours?
Students have access to computers in computer labs and library throughout the day, and
after-school
Does access differ for different sub-populations of students?
Each student has equal access to technology throughout the day and after school,but
students with special needs use networked computers for remediation when their teacher

schedule as needed

Describe goals and an implementation plan, with annual activities, for using
technology to improve teaching and learning. Describe how these goals align to the
LEA's curricular goals that are supported by other plans. Describe how the LEA's
budget (LCAP) supports these goals, and whether future funding proposals or
partnerships may be needed for successful implementation.
What are the LEAs curriculum goals and plans for assisting students to meet
content standards and demonstrate college and career readiness?
Main curricular goal is to improve the scores of students who are below ; to enforce
prerequisites; to provide remediation courses in addition to regular courses;to improve
basic skills;to analyze data and to make data driven decisions;to determine basic
standards by department that would be tested regularly for mastery. Possibilities of
electronic information resources and software are used to support improvement of all
students in core content areas.
How will your curricular goals and needs influence your technology goals?
Many online and electronic information resources are provided for students and staff
training is provided in the area of instructional technology
How will technology be used to create more powerful learning experiences to
improve student academic achievement?
All students 4-8 will use technology resources to become proficient in the State
Content Standards in all subjects.Student use online resources and instructional
softwares.ELA,Science,Social Studies and Math software is purchased.Teachers get
training to use these software as a result they will integrate the technology into core
content areas
How do your curriculum and technology goals align with LCAP?
When technology is integrated into curriculum,teachers are able to individualize
curriculum to meet the needs of students; to assess student progress in mastery of State
Content Standards also students are able to utilize higher order thinking skills ;to manage
multimedia and presentation applications to demostrate their knowledge and skills;to
improve computer skills with the help of instruction according to the districts
Technology Content Standards
Describe goals and an implementation plan, with annual activities, to address
Internet Safety and the appropriate and ethical use of technology in the classroom.
What materials will be used to instruct students about Internet safety, including
how to use technologies to protect themselves and their privacy online?
Digital Citizenship lessons and Internet safety lessons are provided to teach and
discuss the appropriate and ethical use of information technology in order to recognize
unsafe situations on the Internet.
What LEA board policies will be or have been developed to implement Internet
safety instruction?
Acceptable Use Policy are provided and parents,students and teachers to read and

understand the policy.They will agree to uphold its requirements and sign it
How will the library/media center staff assist in ensuring students become
effective users of information technology?
Training about internet safety and ethical use of technology is provided for staff
How will annual training for staff and annual instruction for all students be
tracked, and who will retain proof required under CIPA compliance?
Teacher surveys results and weekly site principal observations, informal walk-ins of
classrooms will help to track the progress.The data will be collected, reviewed and
synthesized and make changes when it is necessary.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMPONENT
The Plan must have a professional development strategy to ensure that staff
understands how to use these new technologies to improve education services
(Answer at least 4 questions for each subsection below)

Summary of the teachers' and administrators' current technology proficiency and

integration skills and needs for professional development.
How does your LEA regularly assess teachers and administrators personal
technology proficiency skills?
The technology planning committee developed a survey to establish the current level of
teachers, staff, and administrators skills.

After collecting and analyzing professional development needs, what are the local,
regional, and online professional development opportunities to meet identified
needs?

Professional development activities will be organized to improve identified weaknesses

and meet needs identified by teachers and school administrators.

Are administrators able to support teachers with the integration of technology into
daily curriculum?

Instructional technology training is provided, administrators are responsible to provide

and participate in this training.

How does your LEA regularly assess teachers ability to utilize technology in a
standards-based curriculum?

Surveys will determine the level of teachers ability to use technology.Director of

technology will work with staff on strategies for technology integration into instruction
Describe goals and an implementation plan, with annual activities, for providing
professional development opportunities based on your LEA needs assessment data
and the Curriculum Component of the plan.

What professional development will be provided to ensure teachers and

administrators will be able to effectively accomplish the curricular goals for students
described in section 2?
Professional development will be based on standards of teaching profession and
administrators; these standards for teachers are:
Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences Teaching, Learning
and the Curriculum,Assessment and Evaluation,Productivity and Professional
Practice,Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues.Standards for administrators are
Leadership and Vision,Learning and Teaching,Productivity and Professional
Practice,Support, Management, and Operations,Assessment and Evaluation,Social, Legal
and Ethical Issues

How will teachers and administrators be trained and provided on-going support in
the effective integration of technology into the curriculum? (4Cs, Substitution
Augmentation Modification Redefinition [SAMR])

Professional development will be as direct instruction, peer collaboration, online training

and coaching and workshops.

What professional learning will be available so teachers and administrators can make
informed decisions using data to meet individual student academic needs?

Short classes after schools will cover the use of specific software types for instructional
use to meet the students need

What professional learning will be available so teachers and administrators can

effectively use technology to assist with student assessment?

Mini-workshop will support teachers to apply technology to use a variety of assessment

and evaluation strategies.

INFRASTRUCTURE, HARDWARE, TECHNICAL SUPPORT, SOFTWARE,

AND ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPONENT CRITERIA
The Plan must include an assessment of the telecommunication services, hardware,
software, asset management, and other services that will be needed to improve
education services.

(Answer at least 4 questions for each subsection below)

Describe the existing hardware, Internet access, electronic learning resources,

technical support, and asset management already in the LEA that will be used to

support the Curriculum and Professional Development Components of the plan.

What technologies are available to facilitate home/school communication such as

email, web pages, and voice mail?
School webpage and voice mail are used for home/school communication.
What technology access do parents have at home? What technologies do parents
prefer for home/school communication?
Most parents have access to internet and most parents prefer telephone call for
home/school communication
Where are electronic resources located: classrooms, library/media centers, or
computer labs?
There are networked computers with instructional software in the library and
computer labs,special education and ESL classes
Do all staff members have e-mail accounts? Do students have access to e-mail?
All staff members have e-mail accounts, and students e-mail accounts are configured
and given at the beginning of the year

Describe the technology hardware, electronic learning resources, networking and

telecommunications infrastructure, physical plant modifications, technical support,
and asset management needed by the LEA's teachers, students, and administrators
to support the activities in the Curriculum and Professional Development
components of the plan.

What technology is needed to implement the Curriculum and Professional

Development components for students and staff?
New devices, educational software and applications will be purchased
Can existing equipment be modified to meet certain needs identified in the plan?
Wireless LAN and WAN capabilities,remote access capabilities will be upgraded
MONITORING AND EVALUATION COMPONENT
The plan must include an evaluation process that enables the school to monitor
progress toward the specific goals and make mid-course corrections in response to
new developments and opportunities as they arise.

(Answer at least 4 questions for each subsection below)

Describe the schedule for evaluating the effect of plan implementation, including a
description of the process and frequency of communicating evaluation results to
tech plan stakeholders.
How often will data be collected and summarized? Who is responsible?
Data will be collected annually and director of technology and principal are responsible
for it
How will teachers, parents, and other stakeholders provide suggestions and
opinions in the evaluation process?
Parents,teachers and stakeholders in technology plan committee participate in annually
meetings and decision making meetings to give feedback.Surveys and questionnaires will
help to get feedback from other parents,teacher and stakeholders and these feedback will
be taken into consideration in evaluation process
Describe the process for evaluating the plan's overall progress and impact on
teaching and learning.

Describe the process for collecting and analyzing data.

By looking students grade on technology based projects,state,district and classroom
assessment results,progress will be reviewed towards exceptions and plan will be revised
as needed also teacher technology profiency will being monitored and plan will be
revised as needed
Who will participate in the monitoring and evaluation process?
Technology plan committee will participate in the monitoring and evaluation process