My Vision for K-12 Instructional Technology Integration

Before

AfterDiana Bennerhttp://dbenner.org

My vision was . . .

My Vision for K-12 Instructional Technology Integration

Before

AfterDiana Bennerhttp://dbenner.org

My vision is . . .

What is the goal of technology integration?

To use technology seamlessly in the classroom so that the technology itself is invisible

To employ technology to provide a variety of new ways to learn, and in the process, foster independent thinking, problem solving, and collaborative learning

What is needed to integrate technology?

The pieces to integration include . . .

Teacher

TechnologyContent

Student

Teacher

As you can imagine, using technology in the classroom changes the classroom structure, operation, and management.

Teachers learn to become a “guide on the side”.

Getting there involves changes in philosophy and practice.

The pieces to integration include . . .

Teacher

TechnologyContent

Student

Student

Helps students learn new things in new ways and prepares them for the future.

Helps students think critically and solve problems.

Engages students. Ties learning to “their” world.

The pieces to integration include . . .

Teacher

TechnologyContent

Student

Content

The International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) believes that:“We must help students prepare to work, live, and contribute to the social and civic fabric of their communities.”

Digital-Age Learning: Demonstrate creativity and innovation Communicate and collaborate Conduct research and use information Think critically, solve problems, and make

decisions Use technology effectively and productively

The pieces to integration include . . .

Teacher

TechnologyContent

Student

Technology

What tools do you have at your school site?

What software or hard ware restrictions are there?

What type of room set up and computer preparation is necessary?

Do you know how to use, charge, upload and download all the equipment in your lesson?

How do you select equipment to use?

Is that all that is needed to integrate technology?

Build an Integration Team

Relationships are vital to the successful integration of technology in your classroom.

A team is needed – It could be the Technology Coordinator, Principal, Media Specialist, Curriculum Director, Technology Integrator, Tech Savvy Students.

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And don’t forget . . .

Set High Expectations Model Use Teaching is a Team

Sport Motivate and engage

the student Technology is more

than a tool, it is a new skill!

Thank You!

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