Preparing students and educators to succeed by providing access to the latest industry recognized curriculum and certification CETPA 2011 Conference Long Beach, CA Jeff Johnson Academic Area Lead North America Microsoft Corporation The Need to Support 21st Century Skills Development 90% 90% According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 90% of the nation’s fastest growing jobs require some postsecondary education or training leading to a degree, a credential, a certification, or some other indication of mastery of critical knowledge, skills, and abilities. 37% 77% Fully US high schooljobs students aresome not continuing to formal highersay education More37% thanof50% of today’s require technologyon skills, and experts that after graduation. percentage will increase to 77% in the next decade (IDC) 77% More than 50% of today’s jobs require some technology skills, and experts say that percentage will increase to 77% in the next decade (IDC) 60% Even within 10 years, 60% of the jobs that exist will be ones that don’t exist today IT Academy Solution The Microsoft IT Academy program…. is a complete technology education solution connecting students, educators, employers and local communities through a life-long learning model of leading-edge technology skills development. It was developed to… bridge the gap between education and the real-world by equipping students with the IT skill sets they need for successful careers in today’s technology centered job market, and providing professional development resources for educators. Institutions who can benefit… public or private K-12 schools, vocational schools, correspondence schools, junior colleges, colleges, universities, or scientific/technical schools that are accredited IT Academy: Bridging Worlds of Education and Work Employers • Productive job-ready Workers • Skilled Employees Institutions • Relevant Learning at reduced costs • Attract Students and talent Educators • Relevant Curriculum and easy-to-use and time-saving tools • Access to leading-edge technology training Students • Access to leading-edge, hands-on training • College readiness or work force preparedness Administrators •High values, low cost, Simple program administration and management •Professional Development Resources •Enhance Student employability Microsoft IT Academy Program Fast Facts • 10,000+ IT Academy members worldwide • Present in 160 countries • 180,000+ students certified last year through IT Academy members • Over 500,000 students consumed eLearning courses last year • Over 1,200 IT Academy educators became Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCTs) in the last year IT Academies: Where are they? Who are they? IT Academy . . . at a glance Save Teachers Time through Curriculum: E-Learning, Lesson Plans, Test Banks, Digital Literacy, CFwd Provide Educator Lower Institution Costs through Lab Resources: Dreamspark, MSDN Academic Alliance Professional Development : MCT, and access to E-Learning and E-Reference Validating Skills through Certification: MOS, MTA Teacher Certification Starter Pack MCP discounts Partnership with Microsoft: Member Website, Marketing Resources, Locator Tool, Case Studies Providing industry-leading IT training and Microsoft certification to enhance employability, college success and encourage life-long learning IT Academy Curriculum Solutions Included with ITA Membership E-Learning Additional Resources Academic Curriculum Lesson Plans Digital Literacy Professional Curriculum Other Content Test Bank IT Academy Curriculum (What and How in the Learning) E-Learning Lesson Plans E-Reference MOAC Fast Facts: E-Learning: 300 Microsoft E-Learning courses Includes: Office 2010, Windows 7, Windows Server, SQL Server, Visual Studio, Exchange, Dynamics, etc. Maps to MOS, MTA, MCP, MCTS, MCITP, MCPD Lesson Plans: Based on REAL certification exams (prepare for tests) Includes: Office 2010, SharePoint, Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 and Expression Web Exam Readiness Kits map to Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Maps to the following certifications: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) E-Reference: Digital Literacy 120+ technology books online Includes: Office & Productivity Applications, Operating Systems, Databases & Reporting Tools, Web Applications & Services, Hardware and Gadgets, Home Networking & Security, and Entertainment & Gaming Digital Literacy: Academic Curriculum (MOAC) Professional Curriculum (MOC) Helps with learning core computing skills such as: - Computer Basics The Internet and World Wide Web Productivity Programs Computer Security and Privacy Digital Lifestyles (which covers digital media) MOC Fast Facts Maps to the following certifications exams: Microsoft Technology Specialist (MTA) Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) NC Statewide Adoption of ITA Program ‘Every NC public school student will graduate from high school, globally competitive for work and post-secondary education, and prepared for life in the 21st century’. NC State Board of Education • • • NC was the first state in the nation to adopt ITA for all state high schools ITA will be rolled out in each of the 628 NC high schools in the 2011/2012 school year ITA curriculum & certification is integrated in CTE curriculum as well as other programs across NC high schools MASP Program Microsoft® Academy Service Partner MS Academy Support – California Schools -- CETPA CCI Learning Solutions – Microsoft Partner Malcolm Knox, mknox@ccilearning.com Jana Hambruch, jana@jansco.net http://caschools.ccilearning.com Dunbar High School…… Lee County, FL Training toward certification gives students a competitive edge for college and the workforce… • Opened Academy for Technology Excellence (ATE high school at Dunbar) in 2005 • Joined Microsoft IT Academy in 2007 • More than 1,800 certifications 2005-2010 (including MOS, MCP, MCDST, MCTS) • ATE students score higher on FCAT than peers • All 17 high schools across Lee County School District added IT Academy in 2009 • Received 2010 STEMtech award from state workforce agency for IT Academy as “Barrier Buster” award winner – recognition by FL business leaders of IT Academy as a best practice for high school implementation in Florida Dunbar High School Program Design Official Curriculum – E-learning, MOAC, MOC Practice Exams Testing License for Microsoft Testing Centers on-site at all High Schools – In-class proctoring of exams Microsoft IT Academy Programs – Dunbar HS (Lee County) Microsoft Business Microsoft Office Specialist • Word Microsoft Technical Certifications • MCP • Excel • MCDST • PowerPoint • MCSA • Outlook • MCSE • MCTS • MCITP • MTA – new! How do we train and certify teachers? Instructor led training Official Curriculum Teacher training online resources Practice exams Scheduled date for test taking Outline of expectations In-service points Teacher stipends if completion of class to include passing industry certification Microsoft Certification Family Microsoft Certified ARCHITECT Microsoft Certified MASTER Microsoft Office Specialist MASTER Microsoft Office Specialist EXPERT Microsoft Office SPECIALIST Information Worker Certifications Microsoft Certified IT PROFESSIONAL / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPER Microsoft Certified TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST Microsoft Technology ASSOCIATE IT Pro and Developer Certifications 18 MTA Overview MTA Audience Tech-focused academic institutions Microsoft Certified ARCHITECT Microsoft Certified MASTER Microsoft Certified IT PROFESSIONAL / PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPER Microsoft Certified TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST o Beginner students 15 to 22+ years old Titles and languages • 98-349: Windows Operating System Fundamentals • 98-361: Software Development Fundamentals • 98-362: Windows Development Fundamentals • 98-363: Web Development Fundamentals • 98-364: Database Administration Fundamentals • 98-365: Windows Server Administration Fundamentals • 98-366: Networking Fundamentals • 98-367: Security Fundamentals • 98-372: Microsoft .NET Fundamentals • 98-373: Mobile Development Fundamentals Dec 2011 • 98-374: Gaming Development Fundamentals Dec 2011 • 98-375: HTML5/CSS Fundamentals Feb 2012 English, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, S. Chinese, T. Chinese, German, Russian, Br. Portuguese Delivery Microsoft Technology ASSOCIATE •Via Certiport internet-based testing platform. •Campus licenses for 500-, 250-, and 100-exams allow you to purchase the right amount of exams for your needs. •Teachers can proctor the exams. Certification All IT Academies are eligible to become a Testing Center Every IT Academy receives a Teacher Certification Starter Kit including 10 Microsoft Office Specialist and 20 Microsoft Technology Associate exams ALL ITA Curriculum formats prepare individuals for Certification Types of Certifications • Step 1: Digital Literacy - Beginner • Step 2: Microsoft Office Specialist – Application Specialist • Step 3: Microsoft Technology Associate – Entry-level Technologists • Step 4: Technology Specialist – Product Specialist • Step 4: IT Professional or Professional Developer – Job role specific Information Worker Fast Facts: • Helps institutions get the most out of their technology investment by validating real world knowledge and skills • Exams can be taken onsite and included as an integral part of the course • Helps differentiate students as they pursue a career in technology • Validates skills in a specific technology • Helps students get a great job • Microsoft Certifications are GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED IT Pro and Developer Certifications 21 IT Academy Marketing Solutions: It Academy Program member institutions are encouraged to use all of the available Microsoft IT Academy marketing materials to highlight their affiliation with Microsoft and promote a position of IT education leadership. • Resources to get started with IT Academy membership are mailed to the customers in the welcome kit: http://www.Microsoft.com/education/MSITAcademy/benefits/mar ketingresources.mspx • Use the Microsoft, IT Academy Program Member logo to market their institution • Be discovered by millions of potential students by having the institution listing in the IT Academy locator • Get free posters, videos, and other marketing collateral on the exclusive IT Academy member site Fast Facts: Members are the first to hear about new products, curriculum and certifications coming to market IT Academy members are invited to local, regional, global events IT Academy members get the opportunity to participate in marketing campaigns that will promote their institution, teachers and students More Resources from Microsoft for IT Academy Students Students to Business The Students to Business Program offers students 21st century training and software resources to elevate their potential in the eyes of future employers! Students to Business also helps connect qualified student talent with local business and industry opportunities. http://www.microsoft.com/studentstobusiness/home/default.aspx CareerForward Introducing CareerForward, the online learning program developed through a public-private partnership between the Michigan Department of Education, Michigan Virtual University, and Microsoft! It’s a self-contained online course that can help schools prepare their high school students for the workforce, the future and real career opportunities in today’s global economy. http://www.microsoft.com/education/uspil/careerforward/ Imagine Cup Imagine Cup is the world’s premier student technology competition! It provides an opportunity for students to use their creativity, passion and knowledge of technology to help solve global challenges and make a difference. Students compete for cash and prizes gaining real-life experiences, making new friends and changing the world. http://www.imaginecup.com/ Microsoft Student Microsoft Student is your gateway to unique student opportunities available from Microsoft. From free and discounted software to career resources and student communities, Microsoft Student is the place for students to begin exploring how Microsoft is making a difference in their lives and communities. http://www.microsoft.com/student/en/us/default.aspx IT Academy Features and Value New benefits and new courses, including Windows 7, Sharepoint 2010, Exchange 2010 Addresses current funding and resource limits in education Only 5 students or teachers or staff taking an e-learning technology track pays for the membership Save on exam costs – either for the institution or the students or both Maximize a campus or district investment in technology education Benefit your faculty, staff, students and community Better understand technologies on your Microsoft Campus or School Agreement Address the IT Skills Gap and give students a boost for the jobs $50,000 Est. Campus or per School Value of Membership Adding IT Academy Purchase/Add IT Academy on your MS agreement Call or e-mail SHI for quote rebecca_smith@shi.com or 310-402-9905 Part Number: 54R-00098 (EES) or 54R-00141 (OV-ES) Estimated USA Retail Price: $132 Monthly; $1,584 Annual Per Campus or School (covers students, faculty, staff) In Summary… Why IT Academy for Schools OR Thank You jefjohn@microsoft.com Appendix Certification = Employability for Students • 55% of Hiring Managers consider employee certification as a criterion for hiring 1 • 46% of Hiring Managers consider employee certification as a criterion for promotion 1 • 63% of Hiring Managers feel that certified individuals are more productive than their counterparts 1 • 40% of individuals reported that Microsoft Certification was a factor in improving their ability to find or keep a job or lead to a promotion 2 • 43% of individuals reported salary increases as a result of Microsoft certification 3 • 53% of individuals believe obtaining a certification makes them more marketable 4 • 93% report becoming more skilled in Office Applications as a result of getting certified 5 • 50% time reduction on common tasks by companies using Office certified personnel 6 Sources 1. IDC Study 2. MCP Customer Satisfaction Study 3. Redmond Magazine survey of compensation for IT Professionals 4. Intrepid Survey 5. Certiport Global Survey 6. MSBC Study “It’s truly a global marketplace, especially in the IT world. If you don’t have a certification that validates you have the needed skills, you’re at a significant disadvantage.” Bill Doherty, @ONE Project, College System of California Meeting the Workforce Demand Curriculum Roadmap–Job Roles Desktop support technician Web or Windows developer Applications Development Systems engineer Business worker Server administrator Enterprise administrator Microsoft Curriculum - Career Roadmap IT Academy Member Success Stories See how members are embracing technology by offering the Microsoft IT Academy Program and Microsoft certifications to their students. Students are earning certifications, gaining real‐world experience, and embarking on careers with major corporations. Videos, Case Studies and Testimonial Quotes are available at: www.microsoft.com/education/MSITAcademy/success.mspx