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CoSN'sCertified Education Technology Leader (CETL)tm Certification ProgramA Career Pathway for the District Technology Leader
CoSN Mission
Empowering educational leaders to leverage technology to realize engaging learning environments.
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CoSN Core Belief
The primary challenge we face in using technology effectively is
human, not technical
For that reason, CoSN focuses on
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Who are CoSN Members?
Core Audience:• District technology leaders• Chief Technology Officers (CTOs)• Chief Information Officers (CIOs)• Technology Directors
Also policy makers and influencers from the public and private sectors
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Why Certification? | Why Now?
• Enables strategic and systemic use of technology in K-12 schools
• Recognizes evolving role of the CTO
• Addresses gap between dual aspects of CTO’s job
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Why Certification? | Why Now?
• Creates a clearly identifiable role for the CTO within a district’s leadership structure
• Elevates the profession and encourages districts to include CTO the Cabinet level
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The Changing Role of the CTO
In the past decade, the role of the CTO has evolved and now
requires not only technical and educational skills and abilities,
but also political and interpersonal skills.
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The Framework
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Why the Need for a Framework?
• To illustrate the expanded role of CTO as an education—not just technology—leader.
• To define best practices, whether or not they are followed in every school district.
• To identify the skills and knowledge that CTOs need to either acquire or to strengthen.
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Why the Need for a Framework?
To recognize, better understand, and engage in dialogue about evolving role of CTO
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RECOGNIZE
DESCRIBE
GUIDE
To describe clearly identifiable role for CTO within your district’s leadership structure
To help guide the interview and hiring process
How Framework Should Be Used
To validate CTOs who already have these skills and knowledge
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VALIDATE
ROADMAP
ILLUSTRATE
To provide roadmap for professional development for both CTOs and those who hire them
To illustrate the need for partnership of Teaching, Learning, and Technology Services
How Framework Should Be Used
As a tool to self-assess
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SELF-ASSESS
DUAL ASPECTS
STUDY
To consider dual aspects of CTO’s job—instructional and technical
To study for CETL certification exam
Leadership & Vision
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• Leadership & Vision
Leadership & Vision
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• Leadership & Vision
• Strategic Planning
Leadership & Vision
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• Leadership & Vision
• Strategic Planning
• Ethics & Policies
Understanding theEducational Environment
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• Instructional Focus and Professional Development
Understanding theEducational Environment
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• Instructional Focus and Professional Development
• Team Building & Staffing
Understanding theEducational Environment
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• Instructional Focus and Professional Development
• Team Building & Staffing
• Stakeholder Focus
Managing Technology & Support Resources
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• Information Technology
Managing Technology & Support Resources
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• Information Technology
• Communications Systems
Managing Technology & Support Resources
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• Information Technology
• Communication Systems
• Business Management
Managing Technology & Support Resources
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• Information Technology
• Communication Systems
• Business Management
• Data Management
Core Values & Skills
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• Communicator & Innovator
Core Values & Skills
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• Communicator & Innovator
• Exhibits Courage
Core Values & Skills
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• Communicator & Innovator
• Exhibits Courage
• Flexible & Adaptable
Core Values & Skills
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• Communicator & Innovator
• Exhibits Courage
• Flexible & Adaptable
• Results-Oriented
Creating the CETL Exam
• December 2010 – NSF grant• June 2011 – Item writing panel assembled• Framework updated• December 2011 – Beta tested• March 2012 – Officially launched
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Program Governance
• Governed by Certification Governance Committee (CGC)
• Combined total of more than 160 years of ed technology experience
• Decide all policies and procedures• 4 subcommittees
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Exam Structure
PART ONE
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Tw
o-P
art
Exam Multiple Choice – scored on site
Essay – scored by practicing CTOs
PART TWO
• Internet-Based Testing (IBT)• Must pass both to earn CETL designation
Exam Structure
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• Leadership & Vision – 40%
• Understanding the Educational Environment – 30%
• Managing Technology & Support Resources – 30%
40%
30%
30%
Leadership & Vision
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• Leadership & Vision – 15%
• Strategic Planning – 15%
• Ethics & Policies – 10%
LV= 15% SP=15% EP=10%
40%
Understanding theEducational Environment
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• Instructional Focus & Professional Development – 12%
• Team Building & Staffing – 9%
• Stakeholder Focus – 9%
IFPD= 12% TBS=9 % SF=9%
30%
Managing Technology & Support Services
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• Information Technology – 9%
• Communication Systems – 7%
• Business Management – 7%
• Data Management – 7%
IT= 9% CS= 7% BM=7% DM=7%
30%
Eligibility Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree
• Four years of ed technology experience (demonstrable experience in the three primary skill areas)
• Sign Code of Conduct and Terms of Confidentiality
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How to Apply
• Create profile in CoSN Certification database
• Fill out and submit online exam application with payment
• Applications reviewed
• Authorization to Test (ATT) letter
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CETL Certification
Those who pass the test
• Certified Education Technology Leader
• CETL after their name
• Recertify every three years to remain certified
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Recertification Requirements
60 hours of continuing education hours every three years
• Continuing Education • E-Learning/Online Courses• Industry-Related Certification • Teaching/Instruction • Professional Membership• Published Works • Volunteer/Leadership Work
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Preparing for the Exam
• Take self-assessment• Take practice exam• Visit CoSN’s Knowledge
Center• Form a study group• Identify a mentor
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Prep Materials
Become a Highly Capable School System Technology
Leader
CoSN's Certified Education Technology Leader (CETL) Certification Program
Preparation Materials
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Why is Certification Desirable?
Demonstrates that you’ve mastered the knowledge needed to be a successful CTO and, through recertification, that you will remain current with this ever-changing field.
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Achieving Certification Will
• Validate your knowledge of the field• Set you apart from peers• Demonstrate to your staff that you
are dedicated to your career• Instill confidence in your superiors
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Hiring CETLs Will
•Demonstrate to stakeholders your commitment to the highest standards in your administration
•Show employees your commitment to their professional growth
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Hiring CETLs Will
•Help you hire or promote only the most skilled and knowledgeable education technology leaders
•Help you match the skills of your technology team to the job requirements of those positions
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Next Steps
•Study Groups•Future Administrations •Host a Test in Your Area
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Gayle Dahlman Director, Certification & Education
Consortium for School Networking
gdahlman@cosn.org
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Gayle
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