Brooke Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Brooke Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The Campus Technology Committee has developed this Technology Plan. It is
aligned with the Austin ISD Technology Plan and the State Long Range Plan for
Technology. The campus strategies focus on goals and objectives related to Teaching
and Learning and Educator Staff Development.
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Brooke Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Brooke Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Julie Cantrell
Michele Giannobile
Esther Garcia
Sara Cronin
Jennifer Licup
Principal and ITRC Signatures.
Fax this signature page only to Instructional Technology 414-6567. The entire plan should be submitted via email to Marc Thrall.
Olivia del Valle
Principal
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Jennifer Licup
Instructional Technology Resource Contact
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Existing Infrastructure Conditions:
Number of students
Number of teachers
Average number of computers per classroom
Number of computer labs available for general use
Number of computers in library for student use
Number of wireless mobile computer labs (COWS)
Approximate number of computers (Teacher and Student)
Approximate number of computer projectors
Number of campus based technology support staff
~350
28
4
1
22
2 carts with approximately 7 functioning computers in each
140
8
0
Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
We are in desperate need of new computers as we have had several deemed end of life this year and have more on their way to that
state. Other than the sixty-five new eMacs we received two years ago, most of the remaining computers are on their last legs.
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
School Technology and Readiness – Teacher Tool for Planning and Self-Assessing
Criteria and more information can be found online at http://starchart.esc12.net/
Campus STaR chart ratings based on Teacher STaR Charts as submitted to the Texas Education Agency.
Ratings are based on the following scale.
1=Early Tech
2=Developing Tech
3=Advanced Tech
4=Target Tech
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TEACHING AND LEARNING
Patterns of Classroom Use
Frequency/Design of Instructional Setting Using Digital Content
Content Area Connections
Technology Applications (TA) TEKS Implementation
Student Mastery of Technology Applications (TA) TEKS
Online Learning
EDUCATOR PREPARATION AND DEVELOPMENT
Content of Professional Development
Models of Professional Development
Capabilities of Educators
Access to Professional Development
Levels of Understanding and Patterns of Use
Professional Development for Online Learning
LEADERSHIP, ADMINISTRATION, AND INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT
Leadership and Vision
Planning
Instructional Support
Communication and Collaboration
Budget
Leadership and Support for Online Learning
INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TECHNOLOGY
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Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
1
2
1
Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
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Students per Computer
Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
2
3
2
2
2
2
Staff Development Needs
At Brooke our biggest needs right now include properly functioning computers, more access to professional development, and
more technology support. We have lost several computers that were end of life this year and have a large quantity of others that are on
their way out. The teachers have expressed need for more basic training on the computer programs we already have, such as
Kidspiration and Pixie so that they feel comfortable using these programs in their classrooms. Technology support is a big issue,
mainly because I am a full time classroom teacher and my time and ability to help all teachers on campus can be very limited.
Future Vision and Direction
In three years we hope to have ample access to fully functioning computers and programs, both within the classrooms and
computer lab. We hope to see increased use of both computer and web based programs to enhance the learning of our students. We
hope to share our successes and ideas on how to implement use of the programs we have access to within classrooms of all levels.
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Alignment with Austin ISD Technology Plan 2007-2010
The following goals and objectives are from the District Technology Plan. Campuses will focus on four objectives from Goal 1
and.three objectives from Goal 2.. The campus focus objectives are shown below in boldface and are marked with a “*”. Campuses
may choose to include additional objectives in their Campus Tech Plan.
Goal 1: Teaching and Learning
Teaching & Learning focuses on the instructional needs of teachers and the learning needs of students in meeting the vision of
technology in education.
All Learners will:
 have access to relevant technologies, tools, resources and services for individualized instruction 24/7.
 use information and communication technologies to collaborate, construct knowledge and provide solutions to real-world
problems
 use research based strategies in all subject areas to improve academic achievement.
 communicate effectively in a variety of formats for diverse audiences.

*Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level.
Objective 1.2: Offer and provide the Technology Applications high school courses to meet the curriculum and graduation
requirements specified in 19 TAC Chapter 74.
*Objective 1.3: Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional
objectives. Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic
curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child
Objective 1.4: Develop strategies to monitor and document progress of integration of technology into curricula and instruction and to
monitor and report student mastery of the Technology Applications TEKS to TEA.
*Objective 1.5: Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that
specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.
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Goal 1: Teaching and Learning (Continued)
Objective 1.6: Implement innovative programs that promote parental and student involvement, increased communication with parents,
students and community members, and community access to educational resources.
Objective 1.7: Ensure that school libraries have the latest technology and online resources for student research and curriculum
integration and to assist teachers in teaching information literacy and Technology Applications Skills
*Objective 1.8: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of the foundation curriculum to meet the diverse and personal
learning needs of all students.
Objective 1.9: Ensure accessibility by all students to technology-based instruction and adaptive/assistive devices as appropriate.
Objective 1.10: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of specialized or rigorous courses and expanded curricular offerings
through the use of technology, including distance learning and digital content services to meet the diverse and personal
learning needs of all students.
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Goal 2: Educator Preparation and Development
Educator Preparation and Development addresses the staff development needs not only of teachers but of all the members of the
professional education community
All educators will:
 develop new learning environments that utilize technology as a flexible tool where learning is collaborative, interactive and
customized
 ensure integration of appropriate technology throughout all of curriculum and instruction.

*Objective 2.1: Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation
and enrichment TEKS.
Objective 2.2: Support teachers in developing classroom websites and online resources to share lessons, monitor student progress, and
establish regular communication with parents and students.
Objective 2.3: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of ongoing professional development through the use of technology,
including online and other distance learning and digital content services.
Objective 2.4: Provide staff development and document progress of teachers towards mastery of the Technology Applications
Educator Standards I-V.
*Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional
decision-making.
*Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered
technology use.
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Goal 3: Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support
Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support at all levels address the creation of a shared vision, encourage and sustain the
appropriate integration of technology, use modern information technology tools to embrace accountability and use data for decisionmaking.
All leaders will:
 develop, implement, budget for and monitor a dynamic technology plan to meet the needs of a changing workforce and
economy
 offer expanded instructional opportunities to students via online digital content, and a variety of distance learning technologies.
 provide opportunities for sustained, relevant and timely staff development in a variety of formats.
 expect appropriate technology use throughout the teaching and learning process.
 Provide an electronic communications system to foster collaboration
 Provide easy access to student data for effective analysis and decision making
 Support a comprehensive student data system
 Allow parents to access their student’s data
 Support business practices with an all-inclusive software package
 Create and support applications to meet the request of instructional leaders
Objective: 3.1 Incorporate ongoing technology planning in classroom, library, campus, and district improvement plans.
Objective: 3.2 Promote a comprehensive planning process that involves all stakeholders.
Objective: 3.3 Create budget and secure funding to support technology identified in classroom, library, campus, and district planning
efforts.
Objective: 3.4 Coordinate the use of electronic data in district planning to support research-based decision making focused on success.
Objective: 3.5 Provide parents secure electronic access to student information.
Objective: 3.6 Incorporate mastery of SBEC Technology Applications Standards into local educator appraisal system.
Objective: 3.7 Budget for, offer, and support expanded online curriculum and instructional opportunities to students.
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Goal 3: Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support (Continued)
Objective: 3.8 Participate in collaboration with representatives from Pre-K-12, higher education, parents, businesses and community
to share resources and services.
Objective: 3.9 Provide position appropriate training for all staff.
Objective: 3.10 Support an interactive, integrated system for data
Objective: 3.11 Design, implement and maintain enterprise applications and services
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Goal 4 ~ Infrastructure for Technology
Infrastructure for Technology focuses on hardware, software, and tech support personnel. The infrastructure must be secure, stable,
supportable, flexible, scalable and follow common standards in order to grow with new technologies.
The infrastructure will provide
 measures to ensure all data is secure and accurate.
 data standards to support interoperability and accessibility for all users
 reliable hardware, software and infrastructure
 equitable access to computers, systems, and e-learning technologies for all users
 technical assistance to support teaching and learning.
 provide a robust network within and between schools
Objective 4.1: Design, install and maintain a technology and telecommunications infrastructure for communications and services that
ensures reliable secure equitable access.
Objective 4.2: Strive to achieve and maintain a personal computing device access ratio of 1:1 for both students and professional
educators.
Objective 4.3: Provide on-demand access to appropriately configured technology for all students and staff, including those with
disabilities.
Objective 4.4: Maintain an obsolescence policy to ensure maximum efficiency and use of technology and infrastructure by all students
and staff.
Objective 4.5: Provide and maintain an infrastructure for communications with parents and community members, including yearround access to school news, educational resources, data and personnel.
Objective 4.6: Maintain a high level of customer service
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Goal 1: Teaching and Learning
Objective 1.1: Integrate the Technology Applications TEKS within the foundation curriculum at each grade level and provide
specialized courses in Technology Applications.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
3.
Mandatory use of learning.com on
a weekly basis to provide
technology instruction
Weekly integration of computer
use during library time to introduce
new programs and web-sites
suitable for use within the
classroom
Maintain computer lab and all
classroom computers to ensure all
equipment is operational
August through
June
All classroom
teachers
Computer lab
Monthly checks on usage and progress of
students
August through
June
Librarian and
classroom
teachers
Computer lab
Observations and collaboration with
librarian
On-going
Classroom
teachers and
ITRC
HEAT self service
No computers going unused within
classrooms or hidden away because they
are “not working”
Objective 1.3: Use digital diagnostic tools for formative evaluation to monitor progress toward the mastery of instructional
objectives. Integrate student performance data from district/state assessment instruments with electronic
curriculum resources to inform and differentiate instruction for every child
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Use of AIMS data to analyze
instructional needs
August through
June
2.
Use of Lexia and Soliloquey to
enhance and differentiate reading
instruction within each classroom
On-going
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Classroom
teachers and
administration
Classroom
teachers and
reading
specialists
AIMS access
Adjusting teaching based on students
testing information and analysis
Log-in information and site
access
Monitored student progress through the
web-based programs
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Objective 1.5: Provide curriculum to ensure personal safety for students in a digital world and Acceptable Use Policies that
specify expectations and rules for students, parents, and teachers.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
Inform all students of AISD
acceptable use policy and signed
acknowledgement /compliance
forms
Use of learning.com from the
beginning of the year to show
students acceptable ways to work
on computers
Ongoing; year
to year or as
students arrive
to Brooke
August to June
Classroom
teachers,
administration,
front office staff
Classroom
teachers
Acceptable use policy
information
Site log-in information;
computer lab
Returned/signed forms; teacher
monitoring students when using
computers and checking/reporting any
violations
Monitor student progress
Objective 1.8: Utilize innovative strategies for the delivery of the foundation curriculum to meet the diverse and personal
learning needs of all students.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
Integrate more technology within
the everyday curriculum to
enhance teaching
Integration of technology to make
learning ore fun and hands on;
especially in subjects such as
writing, reading, and social studies
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August through
June
Classroom
teachers
August through
June
Classroom
teachers
Computer based programs
such as Kidspiration and
Pixie
Computer lab; access to
computer based programs
within the classroom
Teacher accountability for technology
based projects throughout the year
Showcasing technology related
assessments/projects to discuss uses of
these programs once every nine weeks
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Goal 2: Educator Preparation and Development
Objective 2.1: Provide professional development for teaching and integrating Technology Applications into the foundation and
enrichment TEKS.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Provide examples of uses for
technology within classroom
August through
June
Classroom
teachers
Computer based programs,
computer lab
2.
Hold after-school training for
teachers to demonstrate age
appropriate school uses for
programs
Inform staff of available after
school/summer courses to learn
about uses of technology and
programs within the classroom
August through
June
ITRC and
classroom
teachers
On-going
ITRC and
classroom
teachers
Computer lab and computer
based programs, as well as
examples of student created
work
E-campus listings;
Instructional Technology
emails/postings
3.
Sharing of computer based projects
during faculty meetings at least once
every nine weeks
Students displaying/teaching programs to
teachers (my 3rd-4th grade students); more
use of programs and shared ideas
Ask those who have attended to share a
little of what they learned and plan to do
with their new found knowledge within
their classrooms
Objective 2.5: Provide training on the use of electronic tools and information to support sound, data-driven instructional
decision-making.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
Push use of AIMS to determine
instructional needs within a
classroom based on scores and
objectives
Lexia and Soliloquey training for
all classroom teachers,
administration, and support staff
(TA’s/ inclusion)
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August through
June
Classroom
teachers and
administration
AIMS system and log-in
information for all teachers
August through
October
All staff
Representatives from the two
programs; computer lab
Better use of information
gathered/analysis of data to promote
learner based instruction within the
classrooms
All teachers are trained and comfortable
using the programs within their
classrooms to enhance student learning.
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Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology
use.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
2.
After-school training to show
appropriate and creative uses for
computer applications within the
classroom
Weekly sharing of
accomplishments/struggles during
use of technology within the
classroom
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August through
June
Classroom
teachers
Computer lab and computer
based programs
Teacher created ideas and lessons to share
with varying grade levels
August through
June
Classroom
teachers
Computer lab; 5 minutes
during faculty meetings at
least once a month
Discussion/display of student created
projects/materials
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