Technology Use Plan

Kevin DeForgeEDTECH 501

21st. Century Learner Model for             Alberta Education

Why Integrate Technology           in Education

• Provide Anytime/Anywhere Learning• Promote 21st Century Learning Skills• Engage students• Address diverse learning needs and

styles• Challenge students• Prepare students for Digital

Citizenship• Prepare students for future careers

Why develop a Technology Use Plan?It is a plan which is developed

to:

• Ensure the effective use of technology in education

• Ensure 21st. Century Learning skill development

• Guide Professional Development for staff

• Encourage Collaboration• Focus on unified technology

goals

Members of the Technology Use Plan

• District Coordinators• School-based Administration (ie. Principal &       Junior Admin.)• Teaching Staff as a whole• Project leaders on staff• School Council Members (ie. Parents)•  Student leaders

Steps in Developing a Technology Use Plan?1. Assess school's level of technology

readiness and usage.2. Establish Technology Planning Committee3. Establish a Vision for technology in the school4. Dedicate a portion of school Budget to new technology purchases and project initiatives.

Steps in Developing a Technology Use Plan?

5. Communicate technology objectives to all stakeholders involved.6.  Provide Professional Development and support for staff7. Have lead teachers role model effective use of technology in education.

Vision Statement

In the 21st Century classroom, technology will be used in an effective manner to engage students and enhance curricular objectives.

Technology Plan Goals/Objectives

1. Introduce effective use of technology in the classroom.2. Develop SmartBoard Lessons.ie. For other French Immersion teachers in the District.3. Digital Literacy Initiatives4. Increase communication home with technology5. Web 2.0 Utilized for Projects6. 1:1 Mobile labs- Laptops on carts

Needs Assessment:

• Budget: Increased funding• Increased Wireless Access• PD for teachers• More laptops• Variety of new technologies                                  

             being freely explored• Collaborative opportunities for                              

                   staff and students

Staff Development

• Establish Planning Team• Professional Development for Staff• Provide knowledge and financial

support • Celebrate and display Technology

Projects

Technology Plan Evaluation• Surveys (often done online)• Anecdotal records from stakeholders•  Presentation of student work in

various forums for feedback• Examine frequency of technology use

in the school by staff and students

Technology Plan Timeline