TF-VIII.A. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction. Candidates:
Discuss and evaluate current research in educational technology.
TF-VIII.B. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools. Candidates:
Discuss the history of technology use in schools.
TF-VIII.C. Apply effective group process skills. Candidates:
Discuss the rationale for forming school partnerships to support technology integration and examine an existing partnership within a school setting.
TF-VIII.D. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation. Candidates:
Participate in cooperative group processes and identify the processes that were effective.
Conduct an evaluation of a school technology environment.
Identify and discuss national, state, and local standards for integrating technology in the school environment.
Describe curriculum activities or performances that meet national, state, and local technology standards.
Discuss issues related to developing a school technology plan.
Discuss the elements of and strategies for developing a technology strategic plan.
Examine issues related to hardware and software acquisition and management
TF-VIII.E. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors. Candidates:
Examine components needed for effective field-based experiences in instructional program development, professional development, facility and resource management, WAN/LAN/wireless systems, or managing change related to technology use in school based settings,
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A technology facilitator must apply all the previous standards to possess both the leadership and vision of Standard VIII. As a leader, knowledge of technology operations, planning, design, teaching, curriculum, professional practice, policies, budgeting, and social, ethical, legal, and human issues are all required to ensure effective technology education. Leadership requires vision as well to create a technology environment that will be progressive and manage the important process of change. This standard will prove to be the most challenging to further develop my personal proficiency as a technology facilitator.
My first artifact is a K-12 case study that I completed for Distance Learning for Educators. The analysis involved selecting and recommending appropriate media to connect schools with the community, business, and parents. The study is applicable as it discusses the rationale for forming school partnerships. As a technology facilitator, leadership would include seeking community and parental involvement with technology resources. This artifact would be a resource and guide to form cooperative group processes within a technology enhanced environment. My proficiency would be continued in my future pursuits as a facilitator if I were able to obtain support to implement the media suggested in the case study
An Examination of an Existing Distance Education Program is a second artifact for this standard. Current research was discussed as a component of the evaluation. My competence is demonstrated in the assessment and evaluation of the online course. I would use this artifact as a future resource to determine the effectiveness of other distance learning courses. To further develop proficiency with Standard VIII, I hope to be considered a leader in my district as I am the first Algebra I teacher in our online high school. My teaching experience and technology expertise will hopefully provide the vision to be a pioneer in this educational frontier.