leadership and technology. leadership “most people think of leadership as a position and therefore...
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Leadership and Technology
Leadership
“Most people think of leadership as a
position and therefore don't see themselves
as leaders.”Dr. Stephen Covey
~ Law of the Harvest ~
Discussion• Growing potatoes and leadership:
commonalities?• What are aspects of a good
leader?• What do you look for in a leader?• How skilled should a
leader be when concerning technology?
Leadership Barriers to Technology
• Lack of knowledge• Lack of interest/resistance to change• Poor leadership skills• Politics• Lack of resources• Power hungry • Ego• ?
Traditional Technology Leadership Structure
Superintendent
Principals
Teachers
Students
Parents
Community
Practical Technology Leadership Structure
Parents
Students
TeachersPrincipals
SuperintendentCommunity
In essence, each piece is interchangeable
Key Factors in Technology Leadership
• Needs assessments• Pedagogies• Research-based practices• Paradigm shifts• Staff development
– Implementation– Delivery/training
Key Factors and Technology Leadership
• Infrastructure• Parental involvement• Student involvement• Business involvement• Evaluation of programs and plans• Standards/NCLB• Legal issues/equity
Key Factors and Technology Leadership
• Buy in!• Calendar and schedules• ?