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Taitiana Pitkonen
Iman Mcgilberry
Kenya Royal
Miranda Zellous
Conway and Zhao discuss the four prominent elements of a technology plan: teachers, students,
technology and educational goals, and ways in which each contribute to the success of the overall
implementation of technology within schools. They encouraged ideas such as encouraging teacher
input in technology development and design as well as focusing goals and fair economic
advantages. Based on evidence which supports research stating that students from disadvantaged
backgrounds struggle to perform in comparison to their peers, this paper further notes that
technology plans often disregard this educational gap. Moreover, the inclusion of a more
comprehensive plan allows stakeholders the opportunity to better serve all students through the
integration of technology. This resource provides insight as to how the elements discussed can
contribute to an effective technology plan.
As researchers began to study technology integration, and its proposed used as defined by district
technology plans, they noticed several emerging patterns. The plans lacked sufficient support for
teachers, failed to demonstrate true integration, and they do not align to educational goals. As a
result, a framework, “that measures levels of technology implementation, or LoTi.” was designed
for staff development based on specific needs. Teachers progressed through seven levels of ability
in which the technology integration shifted from teacher-centered to student-centered. By aligning
LoTi goals to staff needs, “the framework can provide a fair approximation of teacher behaviors
related to technology implementation.” Engaging staff members in technology integration proves
as a crucial role in overall success, and as such should be included in a rubric for technology plans.
3. Educational Technology Plans: Keys for Successful Implementation and Accountability
Breithaupt, D. L. (2000). Educational Technology Plans: Keys for Successful Implementation and
Accountability. Retrieved from https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED444576.pdf
In this paper, the Idaho State Department of education sought to outline conventional standards for
the way in which technology plans were written. They also discussed ways in which to
successfully implement and follow through with the newly developed plan. In an effort to develop
more consistent plans, they bagan by selecting a board of representatives including,
“representatives from all stakeholders administrators, teachers, students, parents, community
members, business leaders, etc.” Following this, the stakeholders continue the process by
conducting a needs assessment, and reviewing and creating instructional objectives. Lastly, they
must evaluate and revise the plan for its effectiveness. It is essential that plans maintain a relevant
status through the use of regular revision. According to Breithaupt, “Annual review and update
allows realignment of goals, objectives, curriculum development, and evaluation, all based upon
the mission and documented needs of the district and state.” By reviewing standard outlines for
technology plans, we are able to gain a better understanding of essential elements for an effective
plan.
Taitiana Pitkonen
Iman McGilberry
7. Infusing Creativity and Technology in 21st Century : A Systematic View for Change
Henriksen, D., Mishra, P., & Fisser, P. (2016). Infusing Creativity and Technology in 21st Century
Education: A Systemic View for Change. Journal Of Educational Technology & Society, 19( 3),
27-37.
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In this article the merging of creativity and technology are exposed. This article defines creativity
and gives a systematic approach to merging the two components. This article discusses research of
classroom technology integration. It suggests resources that promote creativity in the classroom as
opposed to stagnant behavior.
This resource provides a well organized merge of research studies over the past years. This source
also provides a holistic model. This is a perfect resource for classroom teachers and technology
plan developers. This source goes into depth about 5 steps used to develop technology plans.
Kenya Royal
The information in this article discusses the importance of writing a technology plan, whether it be
for your classroom or district wide. It states that, “A written Technology Plan will help you
articulate your needs and goals, and help you communicate--and sell--them to your community.
The article is a good resource because it list and gives an explanation of the main components that
need to be included in a technology plan: Introduction, Goals and Objectives, Existing Resources,
New Resources, Training, Maintenance, Costs and Funding, and Assessments.
This article discusses the importance of developing a school technology plan and how it is more
than just a document that lists the different uses of technology in education. The article states that
teachers, parents, and governors need to be involved in developing a plan for technology to ensure
that the budget, the technology chosen as well as other goals can be achieved, all in a timely
manner. Also, it states that it needs to overcome the obstacles staffers and teachers may have in
dealing with new technology and that frequent reviews need to be performed to see how the plan
is going.
Goals Goals are absent, Goals are still undefined Goals are clearly stated,
undefined, or or immeasurable. Goals present, defined, and
immeasurable focus on technology use. measurable. Goals are
aligned to student
achievement, not just
technology use.
Professional Lacks a plan for staff Staff is trained, has time Staff is trained, have
Development with little to no support to explore, little to no ample time to explore,
for staff support. Professional and receive adequate
development plan does differentiated support.
not support the goals of The professional
the mission/vision development plan is
statement tightly aligned to the
goals.
An assessment of The assessment lacks The assessment provides The assessment provides
telecommunication breath with little regard a general overview of a clear and thorough
services, hardware, towards maintenance and services needed which evaluation of services
software, and other policies. may or may not be needed for successful
services needed specific to the county. technology integration
There is a plan regarding and use. The assessment
regular maintenance of provides a plan for
services. addressing issues
pertaining to services.
Software and copyright
policies are addressed
with plans to
accommodate each.
https://publish.gwinnett.k12.ga.us/gcps/wcm/connect/f7343ec6-409b-4f2a-8ace-e0bde9392c12/G
CPSTechPlan2012-2015.pdf?MOD=AJPERES
Goals- 3
The goals mentioned in the Gwinnett County Public Schools technology plan reflect the values of
the county, and focus on student achievement as their top priority. The goals are also aligned to
the mission and vision statement for the county as they reflect their commitment to the students in
the district. GCPS also stated that they will employ “research-based Quality-Plus Teaching
Strategies and appropriate technology will be used to engage students and to tailor instruction for
different learners and learning styles”. They are fully committed to student achievement through
the use of technology.
Professional development- 2
Ongoing Evaluation-2
Evaluation plans are stated from some goals. Some goals explain how they will evaluate by using
parent, teacher, and student feedback. It would be beneficial for the goal to have a more
measurable evaluation for data accuracy. There is an individual assigned to evaluate technology
effectiveness but the recurrence is not stated clearly. I would like to add when the evaluation will
take place in an organized manners. Data collection strategies are mentioned for the goals and are
designed to evaluate technology effectiveness.
Budget-2
Although funding is mentioned, the link and downloadable is not accessible to the public. The
description does state that the eRate funding is linked. The county should provide a downloadable
link for the public to see so they know how funds are being allocated. This also allows the public
to know if the funds are being used effectively.
Telecommunication-2
The assessment provides a general overview of services needed which may or may not be specific
to the county. There is a plan regarding regular maintenance of services. This plan does mention
the district policies. Copyright and software policies are mentioned but not specific for each goal.
The plan should be revise and state the policies.
Resources-2
The plan mentions that students will have access to technological resources to make learning
relevant during the school day as well as teachers having access through their school computers.
There isn’t much detail about these resources. The plan uses vague terms stating they will provide
links and websites based on grade level that can be accessed at home, but doesn’t go into detail
about these sites and clicking the eclass link, which provides digital tools to the teachers, brings us
to a broken link. The county should check for broken links and provide more detail about the
resources they had in mind.
Goals Goals are absent, Goals are still undefined Goals are clearly stated,
undefined, or or immeasurable. Goals present, defined, and
immeasurable focus on technology use. measurable. Goals are
aligned to student
achievement, not just
technology use.
Professional Lacks a plan for staff Staff is trained, has time Staff is trained, have
Development with little to no support to explore, little to no ample time to explore,
for staff support. Professional and receive adequate
development plan does differentiated support.
not support the goals of The professional
the mission/vision development plan is
statement tightly aligned to the
goals.
An assessment of The assessment lacks The assessment provides The assessment provides
telecommunication breadth with little regard a general overview of a clear and thorough
services, hardware, towards maintenance services needed which evaluation of services
software, and other and policies. may or may not be needed for successful
services needed specific to the county. technology integration
There is a plan regarding and use. The assessment
regular maintenance of provides a plan for
services. addressing issues
pertaining to services.
Software and copyright
policies are addressed
with plans to
accommodate each.