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National Competency Standard for Teachers iCommission on Information and Communications Technology

INTRODUCTION

The National ICT Competency Standard (NICS) for Teachers defines thecompetency outcomes, and the supporting knowledge and skills that are needed toutilize ICT in performing the job roles related to teaching.

It provides the performance indicators to evaluate the level of knowledge andcompetence of teacher to apply ICT in the educational setting.

In general, this set of competencies aims to prepare teachers to become users of various ICTs to help both the students and themselves benefit from the technology.The prime benefits are: 1) access to information and knowledge resources, 2)communication and knowledge sharing, and 3) work efficiency. Some of thesecompetencies are expected to be acquired during the pre-service training while therest are long-term competencies that teachers will have to acquire in-service.

The NICS-Teachers is based on a broad comparative research on current industrypractices in other countries, and was developed in consultation with variousgovernment and private agencies, institutions, and stakeholders. Knowledge andskills in competency areas are presented generally with specifics on essential areasof learning, but avoids reference to specific vendors, versions or equipment. Thus,it allows flexibility in the adoption of the standard while preserving the generalrequirements for competence.

A series of technical discussions and workshops were conducted in Luzon, Visayas,and Mindanao to ensure a concrete ICT Competency Framework for each major

and specific area. Attendees to these workshops include:

• Undersecretaries, Directors, and Consultants from Commission on HigherEducation and Department of Education;

• Deans, Department Heads, and faculty members of private and StateUniversities and Colleges;

• Faculty members of various public and private elementary and secondaryschools;

• Project Directors of different Non-Government Organizations; and• IT Officers, Head Programmers, and MIS Heads of various National

Government Agencies, Government Owned and Controlled Corporations, and

private institutions.



National Competency Standard for Teachers iiCommission on Information and Communications Technology

CONTENTS

DEFINITION OF TERMS..................................................................................... 1

UNDERSTANDING THE STRUCTURE................................................................... 2

DOMAIN A TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS AND CONCEPTS ..................................... 3

DOMAIN B SOCIAL AND ETHICAL ...................................................................... 5

DOMAIN C PEDAGOGICAL ................................................................................. 7

DOMAIN D PROFESSIONAL ............................................................................... 9

REFERENCES.................................................................................................. 10



National Competency Standard for Teachers 1Commission on Information and Communications Technology

DEFINITION OF TERMS

Information & Communications Technology (ICT)Information and Communications Technology" (ICT) is defined as the totality of electronic means to collect, store, process and present information to end-users in

support of their activities. It consists, among others, of computer systems, officesystems and consumer electronics, as well as networked information infrastructure,the components of which include the telephone system, the Internet, fax machinesand computers

ICT Integration in TeachingThe utilization of ICT for the effective performance of teaching tasks

ICT Integration in Learning

The utilization of ICT to facilitate learning process

StandardConventionally, a standard is defined as an accepted or approved example ortechnique against which other things are judged or measured, or which sets out aset of criteria that serves as a guideline for how something should be done;accepted level and scope of attainment of proficiency; a reference point againstwhich other things are judged or measured. In the handbook, the term is used torefer to concise statements that describe the key area of competency.

CompetencyKnowledge, skill, ability, or characteristic associated with high performance on a job.Some definitions of competency include motives, beliefs, and values. Competenciescan also help distinguish high performance from average and low performance; adesirable quality or behavior; a performance indicator




UNDERSTANDING THE STRUCTURE

The NICS is a wealth of information presented in a very compact form comprisingthe following elements:

Standard TitleThe Standard Title is a concise statement that describes the key area of competency.

Standard DescriptorThe Standard Descriptor is a brief description of the skills set covered bythe standard.

StatementsStatements describe in outcome terms the key areas of competence

covered by the standard. Statements are focused on performance andare demonstrable.

IndicatorsThe Indicators identify the actions an individual would normally take toperform the area of competence detailed in the relevant statement. Theyare specific evidence of the achievement of a defined skill or knowledgelevel or the competent completion of a task.

Sample Entry

Standard

StandardDescriptor

Indicators




DOMAIN A TECHNOLOGY OPERATIONS ANDCONCEPTS

Competency Descriptor:This domain includes competencies related to technical operations and

concept, and productivity of various ICT tools like computers andcommunication devices as well as application available on-line or off-line.

Standard 1: Demonstrate knowledge and skills in basic computer operationand other information devices including basic troubleshootingand maintenance

Indicators:

•

Identify and define the functions of the main components (i.e. monitor, CPU,keyboard, mouse) of the computer

• Identify and define the functions of computer peripherals (i.e. printer, scanner,modem, digital camera, speaker, etc.)

• Properly connect main components, configure peripherals and install driverswhen required

• Configure computer settings of various software and hardware• Understand the basic functions of the operating system• Organize and manage computer files, folders and directories• Use storage devices (i.e. hard disk, diskette, CD, flash memory, etc.) for storing

and sharing computer files. Create back-ups of important files• Protect the computer from virus, spyware, adware, malware, hackers etc.• Use online and offline help facilities for troubleshooting, maintenance and

update of applications

Standard 2: Use appropriate office and teaching productivity tools

Indicators:

• Use a word processor to enter and edit text and images• Format text, control margins, layout and tables• Print, store and retrieve text documents from a word processor

• Use a calculation spreadsheet to enter data, sort data and format cells intotables

• Make computation, use formula and create graphs using spreadsheets• Print and store data tables using a spreadsheet application• Use a presentation package to add text and sequence a presentation




• Enhance slide presentations by adding sound, customizing animation andinserting images

• Print presentation handouts and store slide presentations• Make effective class presentations using the slides and LCD projector• To acquire digital images and other media from web sites, CD, flash drives, etc.• Crop, scale, color correct and enhance digital images•

Play various media files using appropriate media players• Stitch together video footages and sound tracks and add simple enhancements -

transitions, titles, etc.• Attach and configure scanners, cameras, cell phones to acquire digital images• Store digital images using optical media (CD, DVD, flash disk) and online

repositories

Standard 3: Understand and effectively use the Internet and network applications and resources

Indicators:

• Connect to the internet via dial-up or LAN• Configure and use Web Browsers and Help applications• Send and receive emails with attachments, manage emails and use LAN and

Web-based mail servers• Effectively use synchronous and asynchronous web based communication tools

like instant messengers, voice and teleconferencing• Connect and use shared printers, shared folders and other devices within a

network

• Effectively use search engines, web directories and bookmarks• Download and install relevant applications including freeware, shareware,

updates, patches, viewers and support applications

Standard 4: Demonstrate knowledge and skills in information and datamanagement

Indicators:

• Effectively use search engines, directories, crawlers and agents to locateinformation sources

• Search and collect textual and non-textual information from online and offlinesources

• Efficiently store and organize collected information using directories, drives, ordatabases

• Distribute, share, publish and print information via print or web• Properly acknowledge information sources – online and offline




DOMAIN B SOCIAL AND ETHICAL

Competency Descriptor:This domain includes competencies related to social, ethical, legal and humanissues, and community linkage.

Standard 1: Understand and observe legal practices in the use of technology

Indicators:

• Understand the legal implications of Software Licenses and Fair Use• Understand and explain the basic concepts of Intellectual Property Rights• Differentiate and identify the Copyright, Trademark, Patent of various products

Standard 2: Recognize and practice ethical use of technology in bothpersonal and professional levels

Indicators:

• Detect plagiarism in student work • Properly acknowledge sources used in own work • Be an Anti Piracy advocate for all products with IPR like music, data, video and

software• Advocate the responsible use of various technologies like computers, cell phones,

etc.• Show respect for privacy and cyber etiquette, phone etiquette and similar use of

technology

Standard 3: Plan, model and promote a safe and sound technology-supported learning environment

Indicators:

• Demonstrate proper handling of computer devices and use of applications• Monitor how students use the computer specifically on software, hardware,

computer games, and internet activities• Maintain a clean and orderly learning environment for students• Promote and implement rules and regulations on properly using computers• Accurately report malfunctions and problems with computer software and

hardware




Standard 4: Facilitate equitable access to technology that addresseslearning, social and cultural diversity

Indicators:

• Design class activities to minimize the effect on students being disadvantaged or

left-out• Help minimize the effects of the digital divide by providing access to digital

materials for all students• Prepare lessons and activities appropriate to the level of learning and cultural

background of students• Adapt activities using specialized hardware and software for physically

disadvantaged students




DOMAIN C PEDAGOGICAL

Competency Descriptor:This domain includes competencies related to the use of technology in thefollowing components of an instruction process: 1) planning and designingeffective learning environments and experiences supported by technology; 2)

implementing, facilitating and monitoring teaching and learning strategiesthat integrate a range of information and communication technologies topromote and enhance student learning; and 3) assessing and evaluatingstudent learning and performances.

Standard 1: Apply technology to develop students’ higher order thinkingskills and creativity

Indicators:

•

Make students use databases, spreadsheets, concept mapping tools andcommunication tools, etc.

• Encourage students to do data analysis, problem solving, decision making andexchange of ideas

Standard 2: Provide performance tasks that require students to locate andanalyze information and to use a variety of media to clearlycommunicate results

Indicators:

• Use appropriately slide presentations, videos, audio and other media in theclassroom

• Teach students to use various multimedia materials for the reports and classpresentations

Standard 3: Conduct open and flexible learning environments wheretechnology is used to support a variety of interactions amongstudents, cooperative learning and peer instruction

Indicators:

• Use various synchronous and asynchronous communication tools (email, chat,white boards, forum, blogs)

• To facilitate cooperative learning and exchange of ideas and information




Standard 4: Evaluate usage of ICT integration in the teaching-learningprocess and use results to refine the design of learningactivities

Indicators:

• Design rubrics for assessing student performance in the use of varioustechnologies

• Use electronic means of administering quizzes and examinations• Analyze assessment data using spreadsheets and statistical applications

Standard 5: Use computers and other technologies to collect andcommunicate information to students colleagues, parents, andothers

Indicators:

• Use emails, group sites, blogs, etc. for disseminating information directly tostudents, colleagues and parents

• Use emails, group sites, blogs, etc. to collect information and feedback directlyfrom students, colleagues and parents

Standard 6: Apply technology to facilitate a variety of appropriateassessment and evaluation strategies recognizing the diversityof learners

Indicators:

• Explore the use of electronic assessment tools like on line testing, submission of projects via email or on line facilities

• Set up online databases or repositories of student works




DOMAIN D PROFESSIONAL

Competency Descriptor:This domain includes competencies related to professional growth anddevelopment, research, innovation and collaboration.

Standard 1: Proactively engage in exploring and learning new andemerging technologies

Indicators:

• Identify educational sites and portals suitable to their subject area• Join online communities, subscribe to relevant mailing lists and online journals• Review new and existing software for education•

Recommend useful and credible web sites to colleagues

Standard 2: Continuously evaluate and reflect on the use of technology inthe profession for development and innovation

Indicators:

• Conduct research on the use of technology in the classroom• Follow online tutorials or online degree programs

• Actively participate in online forums and discussions

Standard 3: Share experiences and expertise, and collaborate with peersand stakeholders in advancing the use of technology ineducation and beyond

Indicators:

• Publish (formal /informal) research on the use of ICT in education• Share lesson plans, worksheets, templates and teaching materials through

course web sites




REFERENCES

ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers . Retrieved April 4,2005, from http://cnets.iste.org/currstands/cstands-netst.html

IFIP Curriculum-Professional Development of Teachers . Retrieved April 4, 2005,

from http://wwwedu.ge.ch/cptic/prospective/projets/unesco/en/teachers.html

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