Technology Facilitator Standard I
I.  Technology Operations and Concepts.

Educational technology facilitators demonstrate an in-depth understanding of technology operations and concepts. Educational technology facilitators.

TF-I.A. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers). Candidates:

1.  Assist teachers in the ongoing development of knowledge, skills, and understanding of technology systems, resources, and services that are aligned with district and state technology plans.
2.  Provide assistance to teachers in identifying technology systems, resources, and services to meet specific learning needs.

TF-I.B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. Candidates:

1.  Model appropriate strategies essential to continued growth and development of the understanding of technology operations and concepts.
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    Standard I can be related to Haw's statement:  "If you do not change, you can become extinct."  It is important to continually learn and try new strategies to grow as an educator.  By doing so our teaching will change and improve; extinction will be avoided.  This is especially true for technology as there are ongoing advancements that occur at a rapid pace.  One must devote time and energy to be able to assist our colleagues and students with instructional technology.  Continuing education, conferences, and in-service workshops will provide the knowledge and skills that are vital for proficiency with technology systems.
      This acquired knowledge can be used personally and to assist our colleagues so they too will be able to infuse technology into their teaching.  Lessons that we have developed for instruction can benefit other instructors.  The
artifact that I chose is a PowerPoint presentation that illustrates graphing linear functions by using Excel.  It is an instructional tool that demonstrates how this software can be implemented into an Algebra I curriculum.  The presentation may be modified for graphing functions in other mathematics courses; I would be able to assist teachers in Algebra 2 or Pre-calculus.  The outcome of this graphing method would enable students to develop cognitive thinking skills by using the processes contained in the technology application as indicated in the critique for this standard. 
      To continue my personal growth with technology systems, I will be completing Part 1, How to Teach On-line, of a Web Instructor's Certification Course.  The goals of this course are:  on-line experience, modeling of on-line teaching strategies, and instructional design.  I will also be teaching a summer session on-line Algebra I course for high school students;the  district has started Hudson e-School Academy, an online program.  By being a part of this new and exciting venture I can continue to be current and knowledgeable with technology.  I expect the experience to be rewarding as I continue my teaching in an on-line environment.
                                                                    
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