...As an educator my vision is to use a variety of technologies in my classroom to implement new teaching strategies that will provide access to information that will engage my students in the learning process and enrich their learning experience. Technologies used in my classroom will influence students learning process, build critical thinking skills, and creativity and literacy skills while meeting the curriculum standards and benchmarks. I will use technology to communication ideas and skills effectively with students, administrators, and parents. “Students will use digital media and environment to communicate and work collaboratively, including at a distance, to support individual learning and contribute to the learning of others” (ISTE, 2007, standard #2). Training and hands on experience with technology will assist with the integration of technology into my classroom and will be used to support and enhance teaching strategies already in place. Weinburgh, Collier, and Rivera (2003) believes that teachers should have a personal working knowledge of technology and an understanding of how to integrate technology into their lesson in order to create a meaningful learning experience for students. “Teachers will use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments” (ISTE 2007, standard #1) My mission for my students is that...
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...EDU-225 Instructional Technology April 13, 2013 Instructor: Toni Kutner COMPREHENSIVE CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY PLAN Mission Statement: Teachers will promote 21st Century Pedagogy. Emphasis will be placed on core subjects to support state standards of learning. In addition, students will develop skills in creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, communications and collaboration, life skills and digital technology. Technology will be a tool to engage students in the learning process. Teachers will engage in professional development to enhance education. Teachers will prepare students for success in the 21st century global and multicultural community. Vision Statement: The 21st century student will learn to his or hers fullest potential. Technology will be woven into traditional and innovative teaching methods to enhance student learning. The needs of students will be fully addressed to prepare them for lifelong learning, personal success and independence for their future achievements. Rational: In order to prepare students of the future, it is necessary to engage students with the aid of new technologies. Students of today are digital natives. They have grown up in a society filled with innovative technology. Technology is advancing in an accelerated pace. It is role of educators to keep pace with these advances and find new and innovated ways to facilitate student learning. “Traditional 20th century educational practices will no longer...
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...January 29, 2012 Megan Mattioda Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan Introduction To me technology is a logical and practical addition to learning science and assisting students in their problem solving that helps them meet today’s basic human needs. Technology is an innovative vision for a better future. Technology literate student accesses and acquires knowledge, exchanges ideas and opinions, solves problems and creates, innovates and expresses themselves through the skillful use of a variety of technologies. (Oregon Department of Instructional Technology, 2011) Mission Statement In my classroom I will strive to provide my students with the chance to incorporate technology in the classroom as an educational tool and use these tools to assist my students in achieving the highest possible standards in academics, creativity, and cultural diversity, in the real world. It is my duty to get the community and the parents involved in the students’ education and the educational standards that they face. Vision Statement My students will be able to excel in academics through the use of technology learning and hands on experiments that will entice the students to learn the joys and the thrills of science. Through the use of technology my students will develop skills that will aid them in the real world. My students will be successful by incorporating 21st century technology in their everyday learning. My students’ technology skills will aid them in problem solving and research...
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...Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan Instructor Faux Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan Technology has become the focus of our education today and is the building blocks to help students achieve the goals not only in their personal lives but also their academic. Computers are a large facet of our future allowing students to learn through the advances of technology to help them succeed into adulthood. A specific plan of communication will ensure a smooth flow of information to both parents and students. In order for this plan to become successful it will take a constant effort. Every parent’s type of communication will differ; therefore we must have several different communication strategies on hand. Using technology in the classroom will allow students to be more in touch with learning only help improve their leaning potentials. Having a technology in the classroom is a benefit for everyone. Teachers will be able to work with students more and spend less time worrying about how they are going to compute students’ grades. This generation is a technology based generation, and will learn best through technology. Section One: Mission and Vision Statement Mission Statement: By providing students with technology both in and out of the classroom, they will become more familiar with how to properly use today's technologies and stay updated with the technologies of the future, ensuring a brighter tomorrow for each of them. Students will implement the use of technology into...
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...Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan EDU- 225- Instructional Technology TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Mission and Vision Statement & Rational II. Communications Plan III. Integrating Instructional Technology IV. Software to Support Assessment V. Technology Ethics in the Classroom VI. Conclusion/ Reflection Section One Vision Statement, Mission Statement & Rationale VISION STATEMENT Demonstrating technology supportive curriculum in a multicultural classroom to meet, and encourage global, creativity, critical thinking, communication, curriculum, and innovation skills to enhance, the needs of every student in different core subjects for the 21st. century. MISSION STATEMENT To facilitate 21st. century innovation skills; so all students can prepare themselves to the future by improving his/her creativity, critical thinking skills, communication skills, and collaboration skills, so all students can exhibit technological leadership in a safe environment, while demonstrating his/her accomplishments in a global community. RATIONALE Computer Technology and digital media will enhance and provide our students with all the resources available for the 21st. century. Demonstrating technology supportive curriculum in a multicultural Christian classroom will meet, and encourage global awareness, creativity, critical thinking, communication, and innovation skills to...
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...but by using all available technology that could better help build their understanding to the subject, strengthen their understanding for technology as a part of the education process, and to help them stay motivated. My mission is to create lifelong learners out of my students. My vision statement is: Help students graduate with all needed skills to be successful in life and be productive to help improve the community. My vision is that students will be good communicators, using technology to explore new ideas for teaching, educate students and myself to be able to expand my role of teaching to the maximum. Communication Communication is important tool for teaching, with all the available technology it became easier to communicate with others is a faster and more secure manner. As a new teacher it is important to consider all communication option available to be able to stay informed and keep my students, parents, administrators, and community informed with current class events, accomplishments, projects, and much more important issues. a report by the National School Public Relations Association about the parent and family involvement shows that improving the parent involvement leads to better academic achievement, higher attendants, and improved behavior at school and home. (Padgett, 2006) I feel that teacher parent communication is essential for student’s success, as a teacher I would need the support and suggestions of parents, so I need to plan for good communication method...
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...experts, or others employing a variety of digitalenvironments and mediab. Communicate information and ideas effectivelyto multiple audiences using a variety of mediaand formatsc. Develop cultural understanding and globalawareness by engaging with learners ofother culturesd. Contribute to project teams to produce originalworks or solve problems3. Research and Information FluencyStudents apply digital tools to gather, evaluate,and use information.a. Plan strategies to guide inquiryb. Locate, organize, analyze, evaluate, synthesize,and ethically use information from a variety ofsources and mediac. Evaluate and select information sources and digitaltools based on the appropriateness to specific tasksd. Process data and report results4. Critical Thinking, Problem Solving,and Decision MakingStudents use critical thinking skills to plan andconduct research, manage projects, solve problems,and make informed decisions using appropriatedigital tools and resources.a. Identify and define authentic problems andsignificant questions for investigationb. Plan and manage activities to develop a solutionor complete a projectc. Collect and analyze data to identify solutionsand/or make informed decisionsd. Use multiple processes and...
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...Jacqueline Stovall Edu-225 05/27/2013 Mrs. Tara Armstead My vision: is to teach my students to uses the technology, and digital media in their academic curriculum. As a teacher, I will make sure that my students embrace and challenge themselves, in a new way of learning in technology and in digital media. Therefore, they can formularize and having some knowledge about the uses of technologies in the future. My mission: is to teach my students to reach their highest potential and to overcome any obstacles that comes their way either if it's real or not. I am going to lead them with compassion and firmness, letting them knows that I am, here on their side, and I want them to know that I am a teacher with understanding and aware that each child has their own level in learning. However, showing my students as much patience that I can give them, creating new academic curriculum with technology. For instance; my students in the levels of 1-3 graders, I will introduces them technology and digital media, sure as ABCya.com, Turtlediary.com, and leapfrog, and other resources. When it comes to my students in 4-8 graders their level is different, I know today’s students have some knowledge with technical skills, I will enhances their skills in academically with technology and digital media; such as the computer, iPads, iPods, and many other devices, other resources. Addition; letting them know that they can make a difference in their education, even with the digital media...
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...– 225 September 15, 2012 Pelletier, Raquel Every day, businesses, schools, and individuals depend on computers to perform a variety of significant tasks. Such as doing sales, recording student grades, creating reports, web sites , and sending e-mail, people rely on computers more ever day to create what they need. Even lesson plains at school and enrollment to keep up with the children addresses . I fell that internet security belongs in the classroom because we need to make sure that our children are safe and protected from internet predators and inappropriate materials that can harm our children . The county blocks any site address that might be offensive or age inappropriate, Individual teachers coach their students about not giving out any personal information and they also discuss some of the situations where this type of information could harm them. The school policy is already in place for the students. The way we could create copyright and student use in the classroom without causing trouble in either of these areas, the children’s parents and the students themselves, would have to agree to strictly follow the rules for usage. The county does this for use, they already put a plain in place for the kids to go by and parents, they even have one for the teachers to follow to. The children has a password in order to login and so does the teachers they even now will take the computer mouse right out of our hand, while we are on their...
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...EDU 225 Instructional Technology Benchmark Assessment and Rubric Targeted Essential Learning Students study and utilize a variety of technologies such as computer software and hardware and will develop a personal technology philosophy and classroom technology plan designed to enhance and shape their teaching skills and knowledge to better utilize emerging technology. (APTS 3, INTASC 6) Assessment Tool Selected 1) Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan 2) Reflection Essay Specific Performance/Task(s) Select and implement appropriate technology and resources. (APTS 3.11) Select and use research-based strategies to engage learners. (APTS 3.12) Relevancy of Task to Teacher Candidate Demonstrate the effective use of technology to foster active inquiry, promote collaboration, and support interaction in the classroom. Assessment: Student Prompts/Teacher Directions Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan (e-Portfolio Assignment) In Modules 2-6 you will be drafting the component parts of a Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan for use in a 21st century classroom. The Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan will include the sections listed below. Drafts of these sections will be submitted throughout the course for instructor feedback and will be revised for inclusion in the Benchmark Assessment, due in Module 7. A Reflection Essay will also be prepared to accompany the plan. The plan is composed of the following components: * Section One: Mission and Vision...
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...Running head: IMPROVED INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY 1 Improved Integration of Technology into Lesson Plans Delondria Catrice Randolph Ashford University Dr. Sheila Thomas January 28, 2013 [no notes on this page] -1- IMPROVED INTEGRATION OF TECHNOLOGY 2 Improved Integration of Technology into Lesson Plans Teachers regularly search for new techniques to implement in the classroom to better meet the needs of our students. Educators make a commitment to learning by constantly striving to improve their abilities in subject matter and educational technology. With the increased accessibility of computer technology and Internet resources there is an even greater avenue for instruction. Learning institutions have placed great emphasis on the use of technology as a teaching and learning tool in the classrooms because technology motivates teachers and students to work together as they develop ideas on how to improve the teaching and learning process (Bednar & Sweeder, 2005). Teachers must identify the needs of their students by assessing, planning, implementing classroom instruction through the use of technology. I selected this topic because the educational system in America is slipping and as instructors we must develop innovative ways to teach our students so that they can retain the information that is being taught to them. It is important to note that integrating technology into classroom lesson plans means more than teaching basic computer skills and software programs...
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...Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan Introduction This Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan details ideas and concepts that I wish to put into practice in my future high school classroom. This plan demands common sense and excellence and focuses on providing students information for them to become their own digital citizens. The categories of this plan include my mission and vision for my classroom, my communication plan for engaged groups in the educational community, classroom instructional technology integration ideas, digital assessment thoughts, technological ethics principles, and my reflection of this plan. Section One: Mission and Vision Statement Vision Statement My classroom will be a technology friendly environment that strives for academic, digital, and personal excellence. It will be a room of comfort, positivity, and collaboration with the cornerstone of respect. Mission Statement I will provide a technology friendly classroom environment by teaching students the proper use of technology, being open to technological developments and ideas (from students and outside sources), including technology in the curriculum and daily lessons, and ensuring they are capable of achieving the educational technology standards for their respective grades. We will foster comfort by using communication and collaboration and being open and understanding of the various needs within the classroom and that each person has unique strengths. I will integrate technologies that...
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...12.1 Week 12 Bringing Technology to the Classroom The effectiveness and importance of integrating technology into school curricula has been a long awaited discussion. Advocates of technology’s role in instruction argue that technology improves student learning outcomes and prepares them for the technology-rich workplace. The use of technology continues to grow at a rapid pace. It is also playing a major role in the job industry. With that in mind, it would be beneficial to students for educators to integrate technology into the instruction, which is a more effective way of promoting actual technology use than is positioning technology as a “separate” or supplementary tool. Technology integration into the curriculum will help better prepare students for the computer based world. Technology integration into the curriculum will help better prepare students for the computer based world. “Technology is transforming society, and schools do not have a choice as to whether they will incorporate technology but rather how they will use it to enhance learning” ( North Central Regional Educational Laboratory & Illinois State Board of Education, 1995). Many educators would say that if teachers ever tried to integrate technology into the classroom, careful planning was a prerequisite for an effective implementation of technology in education. Many plans fail due to improper planning or poor execution. Technology should support the curricular goals. Technology should be used to improve...
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...Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan LaNisha Rogers Grand Canyon University EDU-225 September 21, 2014 Prof. Cicogna Comprehensive Classroom Technology Plan: Section One: Mission and Vision Statement Vision Statement - My vision is to teach students in preparation for the future. Students must be provided with the tools needed to expand the use of technology through information, communication and problem solving. My expectations for my students are set at a high standard for their success for the future. Mission Statement – My mission as an educator is to prepare my students to become independent leaders for a positive future and a safe environment. Students will implement the use of technology into their learning environment in order to gain the skills needed for society. I will provide students with a strong curriculum where technology is used to its highest expectations for success. It is important that each student strive for excellence in their academic work. Having a strong curriculum allows the students to be creative and inspired to prepare themselves for the framework of the 21st Century. Section Two: Communication Plan As teachers start their academic school year, they will be communicating with students, parents, and the administrative staff. There will also be goals set in place for all students to achieve prior to moving forward to the next grade. Furthermore; a teacher will implement the importance of a safety...
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...Instructional Technology Technology integration is the combination of all technology parts, such as hardware and software, together with each subject related area of curriculum to enhance learning. ( Shelly,B.G, Gunter,A.G, Gunter, E. R., 2012) In the 21st century, technology is making a great impact on our educational system. It challenges our students to think outside the box and at the same time improve on reading, researching, problem solving, communications and critical thinking skills which are imperative to the success of the student’s future. That is why in my opinion, it is imperative that we integrate technology in the classrooms successfully. There are so many different technologies that can be used for many different things in the classroom to help enhance the learning experience such as smart boards, digital media, computers, dvd’s , tutorials, apps, and the web just to name a few. However, to integrate these tools into the curriculum successfully, so that the students can get the best experience possible, I need to be properly trained. “There is growing interest in the integration of technology into the classroom. A range of initiatives have been launched to develop in service teacher training process that will strengthen this integration.” (Guzman,A.; Nussbaum, M. 2009) “Billions of dollars have been spent to bring computer technology into k-16 classrooms, since 1999, congress has devoted over $275 million to the Preparing Tomorrow’s Teachers to use Technology program...
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