Odom Elementary School
Department of Instructional Technology
Odom Elementary
School
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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Department of Instructional Technology
Odom Elementary School
Instructional Technology Implementation Plan
2008-2009
The following staff participated in the development of this Technology Plan:
Tracey Hardin
Kathryn Garcia
Diego Rendon
Howard Martin
Sharon Richards
Linda Elliott
Principal and ITRC Signatures.
Fax this page to Instructional Technology 414-6567
Sharon Richards
Principal
Campus Tech Plan 2007-2008
Tracey Hardin
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
740
56
4 (one only has 2)
2
6
2
229
7
3
Summary of current technology needs on our campus:
� increase computer supply and shortage in classrooms
� update printers on campus to more efficient models
� fix internal wireless problems through IT Facilitator and Tech Support
Summary of most recent Campus STaR Chart Data
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
Students per Computer
Campus Tech Plan 2007-2008
Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
1
2
2
Campus Rating
2
2
2
2
2
2
Campus Rating
2
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Internet Access Connectivity/Speed
Other Classroom Technology
Technical Support
Local Area Network Wide Area Network
Distance Learning Capacity
3
2
3
2
2
Staff Development Needs
� IPG focus overview,
� address staff concerns and needs for implementation of technology taught and implemented throughout curriculum
� support staff by showing examples of technology implementation and success at other campuses,
� how to correctly document implementation of technology
� reaching future technology goals
Future Vision and Direction
1. Classes attending lab at least once per week, twice for grades 4 and 5.
2. Increase in overall TLA performance from last year.
3. Increase in technology implementation through all subject areas and as a core subject, including:
- Teachers feeling confident to lead their own lessons comfortably.
- Students will be able to do EasyTech lessons independently,
4. Tech Specialist will teach teachers how to be successful and continue his encouragement and full support of our campus.
5. Improve campus STaR chart ratings.
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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.
 become familiar and comfortable implementing technology curriculum
*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.
Use of Tech IPGs
Aug 08-June 09
Teachers, ITRC
2.
Librarian will facilitate technology
use with students
Provide on campus support and
staff development for teachers to
implement technology expectations
(IPGs, technology TEKS)
Increased usage of Mac lab
Aug 08- June
09
1st 9 weeks
Staff
Development,
On-going
Aug 08-June 09
Librarian,
teachers
ITRC, Howard
Martin
3.
4.
5. Teachers will use UnitedStreaming
to enhance instruction.
On-going
ITRC, principal,
teachers
Classroom
Teachers, ITRC
Tech IPGS, EasyTech
Lessons & Reports
Tech IPGS and focus
Documentation, lesson plans, teacher
observation, online diagnostic tools
Teacher observation, student feedback
IPGs, EasyTech
Teacher and staff feedback, completion of
staff development
Lab schedule
EasyTech reports, observed usage of lab
Internet, UnitedStreaming
All teachers will have united streaming
account
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.
Focus on using AIMS effectively
Aug 08-June 09
2.
Teachers will use Easy Tech
resource to deliver technology
application curriculum
Grade 5 will take Technology
Literacy Assessment (TLA)
Aug 08-June 09
3.
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Curriculum
Specialists,
ITRC, teachers
Teachers, ITRC
AIMS online
Student progress, data driven decisions
Learning.com reports and
scores, IPGs
Teachers will monitor and document
implementation
ITRC,
Classroom
teachers
Computer Lab, classroom
computers, Star Chart
Student Progress, Benchmark results will
be used to plan technology application
instruction, Star Chart
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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.
Internet Acceptable Use
Curriculum
Fall 2009
Teachers, ITRC
Implemented curriculum
completion
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.
Tech IPGs
1st 9 weeks
2.
Technology documentation
Aug 08-June 09
3.
Increased classroom usage of
COWS
On-going
ITRC, Howard
Martin
ITRC, teachers
Product samples, teacher
input
EasyTech lessons
ITRC, Campus
Tech Assistant,
Classroom
teachers
COWS, internet, laptops
Staff Development completion
Documentation of how curriculum was
met.
Teacher use
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. Technology IPGs
Provide on campus support for teachers
to implement technology applications
2. Staff Development for
Unitedstreaming.com
3. Provide technology tutoring for staff
Campus Tech Plan 2007-2008
1st 9 weeks,
on-going
ITRC, Howard
Martin
IPGs, Easy Tech
Staff Development Time
Fall 2008
ITRC, librarian
Unitedstreaming.com
Staff feedback
Teachers are comfortable implementing
technology in their classrooms
Staff feedback
On-going
ITRC
ITRC
completion and documentation by ITRC
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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.
Training of online diagnostic tools
teachers use
-AIMS and EasyTech
Online Assessments, TLA
Annually
ITRC, teachers
AIMS, EasyTech reports
Data driven instruction
May 09
ITRC
EasyTech
Completion of TLA
Objective 2.6: Support teachers in exploring emerging technologies for instructional delivery and student centered technology
use.
Strategy
Timeline
Person(s)
Resources
Evidence
1.
Annually
ITRC, teachers
COWS
2.
3.
use of computers at faculty
meetings
iMovie & iPhoto
classroom blogs
Aug 08-June 09
Spring 09
Photos and movies
Internet, computers,
4.
School website update
Fall 08
provided by AISD
website update and usage by teachers
5.
Academic Committee will use Star
Chart to determine campus
technology needs
ITRC, Campus Tech Assistant, and
Academic Committee will help
campus implement technology
expectations in IPGs
Aug 08-June 09
Teachers
Howard Martin,
teachers
ITRC,
Webmaster
ITRC, Academic
Committee
Feedback and teachers comfortableness
with computers
Student projects throughout year
blogs
Star Chart
Submitted Star Chart
Academic
Committee,
ITRC, Teachers,
Campus Tech
Assistant
IPGs, EasyTech
Students mastery of technology as
indicated by Tech benchmark results,
Lesson Plans
6.
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On-going per
IPG
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