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=//Essential Conditions for Integrating Technology into Student Learning//= //Technology can have have a powerful impact on student learning, but there are many pieces to the puzzle of using technology effectively to improve student learning. A combination of esssential conditions are required to create learning environments conducive to powerful uses of technology, including://

ACCESS TO CONTEMPORARY TECHNOLOGIES, SOFTWARE, AND INFRASTRUCTURE//It only makes sense that in order to integrate technology into classroom instruction, access to appropriate technology must be available to all techers and students.// (please list your thoughts on having access technology here) DIBELS software on handhelds to assist teacher test administration, data analysis and providing appropriate remedial instruction ONGOING FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINED TECHNOLOGY USE //The district must make a long-range financial committment to support the use of technology to improve student learning.// (please list your thoughts on ongoing financial support here)

EDUCATORS SKILLED IN THE USE OF TECHNOLOGY FOR LEARNING //When it comes to integrating technology into the classroom, most teachers see the power of technology in student learning; however, teachers need effective professional development and support to put this in practice.// (please list your thoughts on professional development here) 1) Plan into the Professional Development Calendar at least ONE day at the district level and ONE day at the building level to have EFFECTIVE and USEFUL professional development sessions for all faculty and staff (various levels - according to need) 2) Seek out Tech-Savy educators in each building to be the liaisons to help bring this about AND to be the support person for the faculty throughout the year.

CONNECTIONS TO CONTENT STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM RESOURCES //Technology proficiency is not a separate entity. Technology is a powerful tool for learning and should be embedded appropriately into the curriculum.// (please list your thoughts on connections to curriculum here)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR MAINTAINING AND USING TECHNOLOGY RESOURCES //I believe the district does an effective job of providing technical support to its end user, but we must continue to monitor our progress to ensure we maintain that high level of service.// (please list your thoughts on technical support here) 1) Seek out Tech-Savy educators in each building to be the liaisons to help bring this about AND to be the support person for the faculty throughout the year.