Mathews Elementary
Department of Instructional Technology
Mathews 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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Mathews Elementary
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Shara Turner
Ruthann Rushing
Alma Gutierrez
Barbara Flake
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.
Amy Kinkade
Principal
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Alma L.P. Gutierrez
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
425
37
4
1
4
2
145
18
0 (1 volunteer)
Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
Mathews Elementary has an average of 4 computers per classroom. There is also a computer lab with approximately 30 computers
but not all the computers are working at the same time. The Library also has 4 computers for the student’s use. There is projector in
each of the classrooms in grades 3 through 6. The primary grades share a projector. There are two mobile carts but not all labtops are
working. All our computers are mac computers. Our only technology support on campus is a volunteer.
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
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3=Advanced Tech
4=Target Tech
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
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Campus Rating
2
3
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
1
2
1
Campus Rating
2
2
2
3
2
3
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INFRASTRUCTURE FOR TECHNOLOGY
Students per Computer
Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
Campus Rating
2
3
2
3
3
2
Staff Development Needs
The Campus StarChart shows that the teachers feel the need for more staff preparation and staff development on technology. The
campus also needs to feel confident in the use of technology in the classroom and integrating technology in the content areas. This
campus is also in need of a technical support person and teacher on campus to help with integrating technology and with the everyday
challenges that arise. This campus is in the developing or advanced stages in almost all areas of the StarChart.
Future Vision and Direction
In three years, Mathews Elementary will be a school where every teacher feels confident in their use of technology in the classroom.
The teachers will integrate technology into all subject areas. Mathews Elementary will also have the needed technology support on
campus, and hardware and software needed in all classrooms.
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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.
Implement AISD Technology
Applications Scope and Sequence
in core contents
On-going per
IPG
All teachers,
ITRC, Principal
2.
Implement AISD Technology
Applications in using the Principles
of Learning in core contents
On-going
All teachers,
ITRC, Principal
Core content IPGs,
EasyTech (grade K-5)
(http://www.learning.com)
TEKS
Principles of Learning
Teacher lesson plans and lab use
demonstrate implementation of TEKS;
students demonstrate mastery of Tech
apps TEKS on grade 5 assessment
Teacher lesson plans and lab use
demonstrate implementation of POL
when using technology in core contents
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.
2.
Implement assessments for grade 5
for technology applications
Use of tracking capabilities in the
Online technology learning
contents
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On-going
ITRC, teachers
of grade 5
ITRC, all
classroom
teachers
Computer Lab, mobile carts,
EasyTech
EasyTech (grade K-5)
(http://www.learning.com
Results of campus assessments
Results of campus assessments, student
certificates,
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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
1.
2.
Utilize the EasyTech
(Learning.com) resource to
deliver the technology
applications curriculum in all
classrooms.
Utilize Customtyping to deliver
the keyboarding curriculum
during the school year and in
summer
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
On-going
All classroom
teachers
IPGs, Learning.com
(http://www.learning.com)
Every student and every teacher will
have and utilize his/her EasyTech
account in order to master the
technology applications curriculum.
On-going per core
content/enrichment
content
All classroom
teachers,
summer teacher
IPGs,
http://www.customtyping.com/
Every student will utilize his/her
customtyping account in order to master
keyboarding.
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.
Utilize Unitedstreaming videos
to enhance core content
instruction
Utilize library/media services to
enhance core content instruction
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On-going per core
content/enrichment
content
On-going per core
content/enrichment
content
Classroom
teachers
IPGs,
http://www.unitedstreaming.com
Every teacher will have a
UnitedStreaming account.
Classroom
teachers,
librarian
Library media tools, educator
resources
Every teacher will have access to the
library media services as provided by
the district.
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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
1.
2.
Utilize on-site campus support for
implementation of grade level
technology applications IPGs
Utilize the Teacher StarChart to
determine instructional and
technology needs for teachers
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
On-going
ITRC, principal,
IT facilitator, all
campus teachers
ITRC, all
teachers
IPGs, ITRC
Campus sign-in of teachers to verify
attendance, lesson plans include
technology
Teacher STAR Chart submitted
May 2009
Online STAR Chart site
(http://starchart.esc12.net/)
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.
Utilize online support for
electronic tools and technologies
On-going
IT facilitator, Online resources
(http://www.atomiclearning.com/)
Use of electronic tools in the classroom,
teachers’ lesson plans
2.
Utilize the IT facilitator for on
campus training in the use of
electronic tools and incorporating
technology in the content areas
On-going
ITRC, IT,
Classroom
teachers
ITRC, IT,
classroom
teachers
IT facilitator
Use of electronic tools in the classroom,
teachers’ lesson plans
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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.
Utilize online support for
electronic tools and technologies
On-going
IT facilitator, Online resources
(http://www.atomiclearning.com/)
Use of electronic tools in the classroom,
teachers’ lesson plans
2.
Utilize the IT facilitator for on
campus training in the use of
electronic tools and incorporating
technology in the content areas
On-going
ITRC, IT,
Classroom
teachers
ITRC, IT,
classroom
teachers
IT facilitator
Use of electronic tools in the classroom,
teachers’ lesson plans
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