ISTE/NCATE Technology Facilitation (TF) and

 Technology Leadership (TL) Standards (2003)

M. ED. Instructional Technology Course Correlations with ISTE/NCATE Technology Facilitation (TF) -- Initial Endorsement Standards

ELFH 672

Technology Facilitation Standard I.  (TF-I)

Technology Operations and Concepts.  Educational technology facilitators demonstrate an in-depth understanding of technology operations and concepts.  Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-I.A. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers).  Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers in the ongoing development of knowledge, skills, and understanding of technology systems, resources, and services that are aligned with district and state technology plans.

 

2. Provide assistance to teachers in identifying technology systems, resources, and services to meet specific learning needs.

 

TF-I.B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.  Candidates:

 

1. Model appropriate strategies essential to continued growth and development of the understanding of technology operations and concepts.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard II.  (TF-II)

Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences.  Educational technology facilitators plan, design, and model effective learning environments and multiple experiences supported by technology.   Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-II.A.  Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners. Candidates:

 

1. Provide resources and feedback to teachers as they create developmentally appropriate curriculum units that use technology.

 

2. Consult with teachers as they design methods and strategies for teaching computer/technology concepts and skills within the context of classroom learning.

 

3. Assist teachers as they use technology resources and strategies to support the diverse needs of learners including adaptive and assistive technologies.

 

TF-II.B. Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences. Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers as they apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

 

TF-II.C. Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability. Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers as they identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability based on district and state standards.

 

2. Model technology integration using resources that reflect content standards.

 

TF-II.D. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities. Candidates:

 

1. Provide teachers with options for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

 

TF-II.E. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment. Candidates:

 

1. Provide teachers with a variety of strategies to use to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment and support them as they implement the strategies.

 

TF-II.F. Identify and apply instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources. Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers as they identify and apply instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard III.  (TF-III)

Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum.  Educational technology facilitators apply and implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for utilizing technology to maximize student learning.  Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-III.A. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards. Candidates:

 

1. Use methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of technology productivity tools (refer to NETS for Students).

 

 

 

2. Use and apply major research findings and trends related to the use of technology in education to support integration throughout the curriculum.

 

3. Use methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of research tools (refer to NETS for Students).

 

4. Use methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of problem solving/ decision-making tools (refer to NETS for Students).

 

5. Use methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of media-based tools such as television, audio, print media, and graphics.

 

6. Use and describe methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in a school environment.

 

7. Use methods for teaching concepts and skills that support use of web-based and non web-based authoring tools in a school environment.

 

TF-III.B. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students. Candidates:

 

1. Use methods and strategies for integrating technology resources that support the needs of diverse learners including adaptive and assistive technology.

 

TF-III.C. Apply technology to demonstrate students' higher order skills and creativity. Candidates:

 

1. Use methods and facilitate strategies for teaching problem solving principles and skills using technology resources.

 

TF-III.D. Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment. Candidates:

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1. Use methods and classroom management strategies for teaching technology concepts and skills in individual, small group, classroom, and/or lab settings.

X

TF-III.E. Use current research and district/region/state/national content and technology standards to build lessons and units of instruction. Candidates:

 

1. Describe and identify curricular methods and strategies that are aligned with district/region/state/national content and technology standards.

 

2. Use major research findings and trends related to the use of technology in education to support integration throughout the curriculum.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard IV.  (TF-IV)

Assessment and Evaluation.  Educational technology facilitators apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies.  Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-IV.A. Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques. Candidates:

 

1. Model the use of technology tools to assess student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.

 

2. Assist teachers in using technology to improve learning and instruction through the evaluation and assessment of artifacts and data.

 

TF-IV.B. Use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning. Candidates:

 

1. Guide teachers as they use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.

 

TF-IV.C. Apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity. Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers in using recommended evaluation strategies for improving students' use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

 

2. Examine and apply the results of a research project that includes evaluating the use of a specific technology in a P-12 environment.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard V.  (TF-V)

Productivity and Professional Practice.  Educational technology facilitators apply technology to enhance and improve personal productivity and professional practice.  Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-V.A. Use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.  Candidates:

 

1. Identify resources and participate in professional development activities and professional technology organizations to support ongoing professional growth related to technology.

 

2. Disseminate information on district-wide policies for the professional growth opportunities for staff, faculty, and administrators.

 

TF-V.B. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.  Candidates:

X

1. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.

X

TF-V.C. Apply technology to increase productivity.  Candidates:

 

1. Model advanced features of word processing, desktop publishing, graphics programs, and utilities to develop professional products.

 

2. Assist others in locating, selecting, capturing, and integrating video and digital images in varying formats for use in presentations, publications and/or other products.

 

3. Demonstrate the use of specific-purpose electronic devices (such as graphing calculators, languages translators, scientific probeware, or electronic thesaurus) in content areas.

 

 

4. Use a variety of distance learning systems and use at least one to support personal/ professional development.

 

5. Use instructional design principles to develop hypermedia and multimedia products to support personal and professional development.

 

6. Select appropriate tools for communicating concepts, conducting research, and solving problems for an intended audience and purpose.

 

7. Use examples of emerging programming, authoring or problem solving environments that support personal/professional development.

 

8. Set and manipulate preferences, defaults, and other selectable features of operating systems and productivity tool programs commonly found in P-12 schools.

 

TF-V.D. Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.  Candidates:

 

1. Model the use of telecommunications tools and resources for information sharing, remote information access, and multimedia/hypermedia publishing in order to nurture student learning.

 

2. Communicate with colleagues and discuss current research to support instruction, using applications including electronic mail, online conferencing, and web browsers.

 

3. Participate in online collaborative curricular projects and team activities to build bodies of knowledge around specific topics.

 

4. Design, develop, and maintain Web pages and sites that support communication between the school and community.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard VI.  (TF-VI)

Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues. Educational technology facilitators understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in P-12 schools and assist teachers in applying that understanding in their practice. Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-VI.A. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.  Candidates:

 

1. Develop strategies and provide professional development at the school/classroom level for teaching social, ethical, and legal issues and responsible use of technology.

 

2. Assist others in summarizing copyright laws related to use of images, music, video, and other digital resources in varying formats.

 

TF-VI.B. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.  Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers in selecting and applying appropriate technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.

 

2. Identify, classify, and recommend adaptive /assistive hardware and software for students and teachers with special needs and assist in procurement and implementation.

 

TF-VI.C. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity.  Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers in selecting and applying appropriate technology resources to affirm diversity and address cultural and language differences.

 

TF-VI.D. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.  Candidates:

 

1. Assist teachers in selecting and applying appropriate technology resources to promote safe and healthy use of technology.

 

TF-VI.E. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.  Candidates:

 

1. Recommend policies and implement school/classroom strategies for achieving equitable access to technology resources for all students and teachers.

 

Technology Facilitation Standard VII.  (TF-VII)

Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology Environments. Educational technology facilitators promote the development and implementation of technology infrastructure, procedures, policies, plans, and budgets for P-12 schools. Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-VII.A. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction.  Candidates:

 

1. Use plans to configure software/computer/technology systems and related peripherals in laboratory, classroom cluster, and other appropriate instructional arrangements.

 

2. Use local mass storage devices and media to store and retrieve information and resources.

 

3. Discuss issues related to selecting, installing, and maintaining wide area networks (WAN) for school districts.

 

4. Model integration of software used in classroom and administrative settings including productivity tools, information access/telecommunication tools, multimedia/hypermedia tools, school management tools, evaluation/portfolio tools, and computer-based instruction.

 

5. Utilize methods of installation, maintenance, inventory, and management of software libraries.

 

6. Use and apply strategies for troubleshooting and maintaining various hardware/software configurations found in school settings.

 

7. Use network software packages used to operate a computer network system

 

8. Work with technology support personnel to maximize the use of technology resources by administrators, teachers, and students to improve student learning.

 

TF-VII.B. Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources.  Candidates:

 

1. Identify instructional software to support and enhance the school curriculum and develop recommendations for purchase.

 

2. Discuss and apply guidelines for budget planning and management procedures related to educational computing and technology facilities and resources.

 

3. Discuss and apply procedures related to troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on technology infrastructure.

 

4. Apply current information involving facilities planning issues and computer related technologies.

 

5. Suggest policies and procedures concerning staging, scheduling, and security for managing computers/technology in a variety of school/laboratory/classroom settings.

 

6. Use distance and online learning facilities.

 

7. Describe and identify recommended specifications for purchasing technology systems in school settings.

 

TF-VII.C. Participate in professional development opportunities related to management of school facilities, technology resources, and purchases.  Candidates:

 

1. Support technology professional development at the building/school level utilizing adult learning theory.

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Technology Facilitation Standard VIII.  (TF-VIII)

Leadership and Vision.  Educational technology facilitators will contribute to the shared vision for campus integration of technology and foster an environment and culture conducive to the realization of the vision.  Educational technology facilitators:

 

TF-VIII.A. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction.  Candidates:

 

1. Discuss and evaluate current research in educational technology.

 

TF-VIII.B. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools.  Candidates:

 

1. Discuss the history of technology use in schools.

 

TF-VIII.C. Apply effective group process skills.  Candidates:

 

1. Discuss the rationale for forming school partnerships to support technology integration and examine an existing partnership within a school setting.

 

TF-VIII.D. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation.  Candidates:

 

1. Participate in cooperative group processes and identify the processes that were effective.

 

2. Conduct an evaluation of a school technology environment.

 

3. Identify and discuss national, state, and local standards for integrating technology in the school environment.

 

4. Describe curriculum activities or performances that meet national, state, and local technology standards.

 

5. Discuss issues related to developing a school technology plan.

 

6. Discuss the elements of and strategies for developing a technology strategic plan.

 

7. Examine issues related to hardware and software acquisition and management.

 

TF-VIII.E. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors.  Candidates:

 

1. Examine components needed for effective field-based experiences in instructional program development, professional development, facility and resource management, WAN/LAN/wireless systems, or managing change related to technology use in school based settings.

 

 

 

 

M. ED. Instructional Technology Course Correlations with ISTE/NCATE Technology Leadership (TL) – Advanced Program Standards

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ELFH 672

Technology Leadership Standard I. (TL-I)

Technology Operations and Concepts.  Educational technology leaders demonstrate an advanced understanding of technology operations and concepts.  Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-I.A. Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers).  Candidates:

 

1. Identify and evaluate components needed for the continual growth of knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology.

X

2. Offer a variety of professional development opportunities that facilitate the ongoing development of knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology.

 

TL-I.B. Demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies. Candidates:           

 

1. Offer a variety of professional development opportunities that facilitate the continued growth and development of the understanding of technology operations and concepts.

 

Technology Leadership Standard II. (TL-II)

Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences.  Educational technology leaders assist by planning, designing, and modeling effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology at the district/state/regional level.  Educational technology leaders:

 

 

 

 

TL.II.A. Design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners. Candidates:

 

1. Research and disseminate project-based instructional units modeling appropriate uses of technology to support learning.

 

2. Identify and evaluate methods and strategies for teaching computer/technology concepts and skills within the context of classroom learning and coordinate dissemination of best practices at the district/state/regional level.

 

3. Stay abreast of current technology resources and strategies to support the diverse needs of learners including adaptive and assistive technologies and disseminate information to teachers.

 

TL-II.B. Apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences. Candidates:

 

1. Locate and evaluate current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.

 

TL-II.C. Identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability. Candidates:

 

1. Identify technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability based on the content standards.

 

2. Provide ongoing appropriate professional development to disseminate the use of technology resources that reflect content standards.

 

TL-II.D. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities. Candidates:

 

1. Identify and evaluate options for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

 

TL-II.E. Plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.  Candidates:

 

1. Continually evaluate a variety of strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment and disseminate through professional development activities.

 

TL-II.F. Identify and apply instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources. Candidates:

 

1. Identify and evaluate instructional design principles associated with the development of technology resources.

 

Technology Leadership Standard III. (TL-III)

Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum.  Educational technology leaders model, design, and disseminate curriculum plans that include methods and strategies for applying technology to maximize student learning. Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-III.A. Facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards. Candidates:

 

1. Design methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of technology productivity tools (refer to NETS for Students).  

 

2. Design methods for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of communication tools (refer to NETS for Students).

X

3. Design methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of research tools (NETS refer to for Students).

 

4. Design methods and model strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support integration of problem solving/decision-making tools (refer to NETS for Students).

 

5. Design methods and model strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of media-based tools such as television, audio, print media, and graphics.

 

6. Evaluate methods and strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of distance learning systems appropriate in a school environment.

 

7. Design methods and model strategies for teaching concepts and skills that support use of web-based and non web-based authoring tools in a school environment.

 

TL-III.B. Use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students. Candidates:

 

1. Design methods and strategies for integrating technology resources that support the needs of diverse learners including adaptive and assistive technology.

 

TL-III.C. Apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity. Candidates:

 

1. Design methods and model strategies for teaching hypermedia development, scripting, and/or computer programming, in a problem-solving context in the school environment.

 

TL-III.D. Manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment. Candidates:

 

1. Design methods and model classroom management strategies for teaching technology concepts and skills used in P-12 environments.

 

TL-III.E. Use current research and district/region/state/national content and technology standards to build lessons and units of instruction. Candidates:

 

1. Disseminate curricular methods and strategies that are aligned with district/region/state/national content and technology standards.

 

2. Investigate major research findings and trends related to the use of technology in education to support integration throughout the curriculum.

 

Technology Leadership Standard IV. (TL-IV)

Assessment and Evaluation.  Educational technology leaders communicate research on the use of technology to implement effective assessment and evaluation strategies. Educational technology leaders:

 

 

TL-IV.A. Apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques. Candidates:

 

X

1. Facilitate the development of a variety of techniques to use technology to assess student learning of subject matter.

X

2. Provide technology resources for assessment and evaluation of artifacts and data.

X

TL-IV.B.  Use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning. Candidates:

 

1. Identify and procure technology resources to aid in analysis and interpretation of data.

 

TL-IV.C. Apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity. Candidates:

 

1. Design strategies and methods for evaluating the effectiveness of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity. 

 


2. Conduct a research project that includes evaluating the use of a specific technology in a P-12 environment.

 

Technology Leadership Standard V. (TL-V)

Productivity and Professional Practice.  Educational technology leaders design, develop, evaluate and model products created using technology resources to improve and enhance their productivity and professional practice. Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-V.A. Use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning. Candidates:

 

1. Design, prepare, and conduct professional development activities to present at the school/district level and at professional technology conferences to support ongoing professional growth related to technology.

 

2. Plan and implement policies that support district-wide professional growth opportunities for staff, faculty, and administrators.

 

TL-V.B. Continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning. Candidates:

 

1. Based on evaluations make recommendations for changes in professional practices regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.

 

TL-V.C. Apply technology to increase productivity. Candidates:

 

1. Model the integration of data from multiple software applications using advanced features of applications such as word processing, database, spreadsheet, communication, and other tools into a product.

 

2. Create multimedia presentations integrated with multiple types of data using advanced features of a presentation tool and model them to district staff using computer projection systems.

 

3. Document and assess field-based experiences and observations using specific-purpose electronic devices.

 

4. Use distance learning delivery systems to conduct and provide professional development opportunities for students, teachers, administrators, and staff.

 

5. Apply instructional design principles to develop and analyze substantive interactive multimedia computer-based instructional products.

 

6. Design and practice strategies for testing functions and evaluating technology use effectiveness of instructional products that were developed using multiple technology tools.

 

7. Analyze examples of emerging programming, authoring or problem solving environments that support personal and professional development, and make recommendations for integration at school/district level.

 

8. Analyze and modify the features and preferences of major operating systems and/or productivity tool programs when developing products to solve problems

X

TL-V.D. Use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning. Candidates:

 

1. Model and implement the use of telecommunications tools and resources to foster and support information sharing, remote information access, and communication between students, school staff, parents, and local community.

 

2. Organize, coordinate, and participate in an online learning community related to the use of technology to support learning.

 

3. Organize and coordinate online collaborative curricular projects with corresponding team activities/ responsibilities to build bodies of knowledge around specific topics.

 

4. Design, modify, maintain, and facilitate the development of Web pages and sites that support communication and information access between the entire school district and local/state/national/ international communities.

 

Technology Leadership Standard VI. (TL-VI)

Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues.  Educational technology leaders understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in P-12 schools and develop programs facilitating application of that understanding in practice throughout their district/ region/state. Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-VI.A. Model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use. Candidates:

 

1. Establish and communicate clear rules, policies, and procedures to support legal and ethical use of technologies at the district/ region/state levels.

 

2. Implement a plan for documenting adherence to copyright laws.

 

TL-VI.B. Apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities. Candidates:

 

1. Communicate research on best practices related to applying appropriate technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities. 

 

2. Develop policies and provide professional development related to acquisition and use of appropriate adaptive/assistive hardware and software for students and teachers with special needs.

 

TL-VI.C. Identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity. Candidates:

 

 

1. Communicate research on best practices related to applying appropriate technology resources to affirm diversity and address cultural and language differences.

 

TL-VI.D. Promote safe and healthy use of technology resources. Candidates:

 

1. Communicate research and establish policies to promote safe and healthy use of technology.

 

TL-VI.E. Facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students. Candidates:

 

1. Use research findings in establishing policy and implementation strategies to promote equitable access to technology resources for students and teachers.

 

Technology Leadership Standard VII. (TL-VII)

Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology Environments.  Educational technology leaders coordinate development and direct implementation of technology infrastructure procedures, policies, plans, and budgets for P-12 schools.  Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-VII.A. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction. Candidates:

 

1. Develop plans to configure software/computer/technology systems and related peripherals in laboratory, classroom cluster, and other appropriate instructional arrangements.

 

2. Install local mass storage devices and media to store and retrieve information and resources.

 

3. Prioritize issues related to selecting, installing, and maintaining wide area networks (WAN) for school districts, and facilitate integration of technology infrastructure with the WAN.

 

4. Manage software used in classroom and administrative settings including productivity tools, information access/telecommunication tools, multimedia/hypermedia tools, school management tools, evaluation/portfolio tools, and computer-based instruction. 

 

5. Evaluate methods of installation, maintenance, inventory, and management of software libraries. 

 

6. Develop and disseminate strategies for troubleshooting and maintaining various hardware/software configurations found in school settings.

 

7. Select network software packages for operating a computer network system and/or local area network.

 

8. Analyze needs for technology support personnel to manage school/district technology resources and maximize use by administrators, teachers, and students to improve student learning.

 

TL-VII.B. Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources. Candidates:

 

1. Investigate purchasing strategies and procedures for acquiring administrative and instructional software for educational settings.

 

2. Develop and utilize guidelines for budget planning and management procedures related to educational computing and technology facilities and resources.

 

3. Develop and disseminate a system for analyzing and implementing procedures related to troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on technology infrastructure.

 

4. Maintain and disseminate current information involving facilities planning issues and computer related technologies. 

 

5. Design and develop policies and procedures concerning staging, scheduling, and security for managing hardware, software, and related technologies in a variety of instructional and administrative school settings.

 

6. Research and recommend systems and processes for implementation of distance learning facilities and infrastructure.

 

7. Differentiate among specifications for purchasing technology systems in school settings.

 

TL-VII.C. Participate in professional development opportunities related to management of school facilities, technology resources and purchases. Candidates:

 

1. Implement technology professional development at the school/district level utilizing adult learning theory.

 

Technology Leadership Standard VIII. (TL-VIII)

Leadership and Vision.  Educational technology leaders will facilitate development of a shared vision for comprehensive integration of technology and foster an environment and culture to conducive to the realization of the vision.  Educational technology leaders:

 

TL-VIII.A. Identify and apply educational and technology related research, the psychology of learning, and instructional design principles in guiding the use of computers and technology in education. Candidates:

 

1. Communicate and apply principles and practices of educational research in educational technology.

 

TL-VIII.B. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools. Candidates:

 

1. Describe social/historical foundations of education and how they relate to use of technology in schools. 

 

TL-VIII.C. Apply effective group process skills. Candidates:

 

1. Discuss issues relating to building collaborations, alliances, and partnerships involving educational technology initiatives.

 

TL-VIII.D. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation. Candidates:

 

1. Design and lead in the implementation of effective group process related to technology leadership or planning.

 

2. Use evaluation findings to recommend modifications in technology implementations.

 

3. Use national, state, and local standards to develop curriculum plans for integrating technology in the school environment.

 

4. Develop curriculum activities or performances that meet national, state, and local technology standards.

 

5. Compare and evaluate district-level technology plans.

 

6. Use strategic planning principles to lead and assist in the acquisition, implementation, and maintenance of technology resources.

 

7. Plan, develop, and implement strategies and procedures for resource acquisition and management of technology-based systems including hardware and software.

 

TL-VIII.E. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors. Candidates:

 

1. Participate in a significant field-based activity involving experiences in instructional program development, professional development, facility and resource management, WAN/LAN/wireless systems, or managing change related to technology use in school-based settings.