School Districts Utilize National Ed Tech
Plan to Make Technology Plans (NETP)
Along With the State Requirements &
Beaumont ISD’s
Long Range Technology Plan
Maridale Still
EDLD 5362 Information Systems Management
SP3 11 - ET8026
Week 5 Assignment
Planning For Technology
Integrating Ideas into the Plan
• Things we have learned from our coursework
• The National Ed Technology Plan requires the student to be at
the center of the learning process.
• Texas State Technology Requirements
• Key Components of a Technology Plan: Infrastructure, Assessment,
Goals/Objectives, Budget & Evaluation
• Key Areas of a Technology Plan: Infrastructure, Learning, Productivity,
Teaching
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Beaumont ISD Long Range Technology Plan: Steps & Requirements
Beaumont ISD Technology Plan: Goals & Objectives
Beaumont ISD Plan & Possible Improvements
Summary
What We Have Learned
Best Technology Practices
Information Systems & Technology Use
• The importance of creating long range technology
plans for the future – State, District, & School
technology plans using the National Plan for
Guidelines.
• The importance of integrating technology into the
teaching & learning process.
• The importance of strategic technology planning
to prepare students for the 21st Century.
(Nagel, p. 4)
From the National Education Technology Plan (NETP): a
depiction of the new model for student-centered learning.
Texas Long Range
Technology Plan
• In our coursework, we learned that, the Long-Range Plan
for Technology in Texas, 2006-2020, establishes a shared
vision of teaching and learning, and the processes for
improved student achievement, through the application
and integration of technology. In addition, all states have
curriculum standards to include technology across the
curriculum.
• For example in Texas, the Technology Applications Texas
Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) define what students
need to know and be able to do to function in an
information-based economy. By the end of Grade 8,
students are required to master the TEKS in four key areas:
Foundations, Information Acquisition, Problem Solving, and
Communication.
Key Components of a Technology Plan
• Introduction: Provides background
information.
• Assessment: Gives a description of the
assessment process.
• Goals Objectives: Gives needs and objectives
of the plan.
• Budget: Funding details of the plan
• Evaluation: Gives the process and the
methods for the implementation of the plan.
National Ed Tech Puts Technology
at the Heart of Education Reform
Key Areas of a Technology Plan
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Assessment
Infrastructure
Learning
Productivity
Teaching
Nagel, (2010), p. 2-4.
Assessment
• Data collection is extremely important.
• “Technology should be used in the classroom
for ongoing assessments” (Nagel, p. 2).
• Use of “interactive tools such as student
response devices” (Nagel, p. 2).
• Classroom clickers and “multimedia to
reinforce concepts and measure progress”
(Nagel, p. 2). Scanners are also used for data
driven assessment tools.
Infrastructure
• “The infrastructure goals for the plan are to
provide students and teachers with ‘access to
a comprehensive infrastructure for learning
when and where they need it” (Nagel, p. 2).
Key Elements of the Infrastructure
•Broadband in all locations
•Internet access to all students & teachers
•Computers, smart phones, tablets, & other
technologies
•Increased usage of the cloud for service
delivery
Nagel, (2010),
p. 2
Learning
• The NETP puts the learner at the center of the
learning environment.
• It is necessary to have support from teachers,
parents, mentors, peers, and technology.
• The students stays in control of the learning
atmosphere.
• Self paced & individualized learning
• Game based learning – to meet core subject
content
“The new is collaborative, with information shared, discussed, refined with others, and understood deeply”
(Sollomon, G. & Schrum, L. (2007), p. 20.
Kids derive many benefits from
playing such games. They learn
to:
•Cooperate, collaborate, and
work in teams
•Make effective decisions under
stress
•Take prudent risks in pursuit of
objectives
•Make ethical and moral
decisions
•Employ scientific deduction
quickly master and
apply new skills and
information
•Think laterally and strategically
persist and solve
difficult problems
•Understand and deal with
foreign environments
and cultures
•Manage businesses and
people
http://www.edutopia.org/sims-vsgames
Virtual Cell
http://vcell.ndsu.edu/public.htmlV
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Productivity
Productivity
• NETP wants schools to utilize “models from
the business world to increase productivity”
(Nagel, p. 4).
• Prepare our students for their college
education and the workplace
Teaching
• Increase access to online resource materials
for teachers
• Use social networking technology
• Distance learning opportunities for students
• Technology for teacher in-service
Nagel, (2010)
p. 4.
Developing a School District
Technology Plan
• “An effective technology plan is based on the
shared vision of educators, parents,
community members and business leaders
who have technological expertise” (November,
A. (1998), p. 1.
• “It also specifies how the technology will be
paid for and how its use will be supported”
(November, A. (1998), p. 1).
November, A.
(1998), p. 1.
Goals in Creating a District Technology Plan
• “The plan for integrating technology into the school is
based on the school or district’s educational vision and is
part of an overall school-improvement plan.
• The technology plan aims to improve student learning, to
help students perform authentic tasks, and to help students
learn skills that will prepare them for future careers.
• Educators, parents, students, and community members
support the school’s initiatives in the use of technology.
• Professional development and support for staff is provided
on an ongoing basis.
• The technology plan is periodically reviewed and updated”
November, A. (1998), p. 1.
November, A.
(1998), p. 1.
Beaumont ISD Recognizes
Necessary State Requirements
• All campuses have completed STaR Charts
• Critical Factors for achieving NCLB, E-Rate, and
Long-Range Plan for Technology Requirements
Technology Plans are Required by the State:
Campus and district improvement plans adopted under the requirements of the Texas
Education Code must include the integration of technology in instructional and administrative
programs
Under the federal No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Title II, Part D, Enhancing Education
Through Technology, the law states that in order to be eligible to receive a subgrant from the
State educational agency, a local educational agency or eligible local entity shall sub it to the
State educational agency an application containing a new or updated local long-range strategic
educational technology plan that is consistent with the objectives of the statewide educational
plan.
In addition, schools and districts are required to have an approved technology plan to
participate in the federal Schools and Libraries Universal Service Support Mechanism better
known as E-Rate. Resource: Texas e-Plan Online Technology Planning System (2010)
Steps to Technology Plan
Approval Process
E-Rate is a common name for The Schools and Libraries Universal Service Fund
It provides discounts to assist schools and libraries
This assistance helps obtain affordable telecommunications services and
Internet access.
TEA approves technology plans for K-12 schools.
The assessment tools for technology plans are the Texas STaR Charts.
The Texas STaR Charts are completed once a year.
Resource:
Texas Education Agency ePlan System (2011), p. 1.
Beaumont ISD
District Profile
Number of Campuses
32
Total Student Enrollment
19,549
District Size
10,000 – 24,999
Percent Economically
Disadvantaged
72.68%
Resource:
BISD Technology Plan (2010),
p. 2.
Technology Expenditures
$6,886,078.00
Technology Budgets / By Category
Teaching & Learning Budget
$1,308,355
Educator Prep & Development Budget $1,170,633
Leadership, Administration & Support $ 964,051
Infrastructure for Technology Budget $3,443,039
Total:
Technology Expenditure Per Student
$352.25
Campuses with Connection to Internet
32
Classrooms with Connection to Internet
1,239
Computer/Student Ratio
4 student(s) per computer
Computer/Teacher Ratio
1 teacher(s) per computer
Campuses to complete Texas STaR Chart
32 or 100%
$6,886,078
Beaumont ISD Technology Plan
Goals, Objectives, and Strategies
Goal 1
Incorporate technology as an integral part of education.
1.1.1
The district will continue to provide student access to electronic information in classrooms, labs, libraries and other appropriate
areas, including extended hours.
1.1.2
Students will use technology in inquiry standards-based lessons that require collaboration and higher-level thinking skills.
1.1.3
The district will ensure accessibility by all students to technology-based instruction.
1.1.4
Students will acquire information literacy skills, as designated in campus STaR Charts.
1.1.5
Students will master competencies in Technology Applications TEKS and BISD K-I2 Technology Benchmarks appropriate for their
grade level, utilizing district-adopted, state-mandated, and state-funded Technology Applications materials and resources.
1.2.1
Instructional leader will incorporate the use and integration of technology into campus plan.
1.2.2
Instructional leader will facilitate campus use and integration of technology into the curriculum.
1.2.3
Instructional leader will provide funding for campus use and integration of technology into the curriculum.
1.3.1
District will provide staff with technology-rich curriculum in core content areas.
1.3.2
District will update and provide access for online curriculum in a timely manner.
1.3.3
District will provide staff development in its use of technology-rich curriculum.
1.3.4
Campus administrators will monitor and assess classroom application of technology-rich curriculum.
1.3.5
District personnel will re-evaluate and modify technology-rich curriculum as needed.
1.3.6
Establish distance learning labs in all schools to allow high school students to receive college credit and other students will
experience interaction with individuals in other geographic areas.
1.3.7
District will provide PLATO, a credit recapture program for students needing assistance in graduating on time.
Beaumont ISD Technology Plan
Goals, Objectives, and Strategies
Goal 2
Provide staff development for all in the use of appropriate emerging technologies
2.1.2
Align district technology staff development with the state teacher STaR Chart.
2.1.2
Develop district-wide staff development calendar with courses listed by individual needs as determined by survey results.
2.1.3
Allocate sufficient funding (30% minimum) and time for staff development.
2.1.4
Allocate sufficient funding and time for technology liaisons to attend annual state TCEA conference.
2.1.5
Provide ongoing sustained professional development for teachers, principals administrators, and school library media
personnel to further the effective use of technology in he classroom or library media center.
2.1.6
On-line staff development registration and records portfolio.
2.2.1
Develop and implement workshops based on SBEC teacher standards and STaR Chart proficiency levels that will be delivered in
various formats including, but not limited to face to face, instructional video, and/or web-based instruction.
2.2.2
Provide a technology-proficient, certified teacher to serve as full-time instructional technologists on each campus as a natural
part of staffing.
2.2.3
Continue with K-12 technology integration training by: train-the-trainer model, summer institutes, mini-sessions, independent
study, computer-based training.
2.2.4
Monitor the effective integration of technology into the curriculum.
2.2.5
Allocate sufficient funding (30% minimum) and time for staff development.
2.3.1
Continue to use technologies, software and online services for data analysis of student performance and accountability. The
district has standardized on a district-written, web based Item Analysis program.
2.3.2
Include Technology Applications in district vertical (alignment) team meetings. Continue emphasis of TEKS/TAKS and Item
Analysis in all content-area staff development sessions.
Beaumont ISD Technology Plan
Goals, Objectives, and Strategies
Goal 3
Provide and support appropriate software and the ethical use of sources
3.1.1
Provide a standard productivity software package for each computer leased, which includes Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
3.1.2
Replace Windows operating systems to appropriate versions in order to support most current technologies as needed. Continue with
district lease cycles.
3.1.3
Provide and support standardized hardware and software for all areas of education.
3.2.1
Provide technology leadership academies for administrators and technology liaisons that develop appropriate skills.
3.2.2
Develop district-wide standards and policies for hardware and software.
3.2.3
Increase internet bandwidth to support emerging technologies.
3.2.1
Utilize the BISD network, website and intranet to share appropriate district resources and information within the district and the
community. Acceptable Use Policy, on-line curriculum, district policies, job postings, campus plans, district technology plan, PEIMS,
accountability data, attendance, work orders, purchasing, food services, TEAMS, and parent self-serve.
3.3.2
Install and maintain time clocks and swipe cards for all district personnel. This data will be corrected and used with the current
Payroll and Personnel software for numerous purposes, including pay checks.
3.3.3
In and maintain security cameras at all schools and administrative buildings in the district.
3.3.4
Implementation of eWalk, a web-based classroom walkthrough program utilizing smart devices for all campus administrators, district
supervisors and assistant superintendents.
3.3.5
Continue to implement TEAMS software designed to handle student, human resources and business-related applications.
3.4.1
Maintain an Internet web page that includes links that facilitate information distribution to school personnel and community
members, such as accountability , Board Policy, TEKS, Attendance Zones, Lunch Menus, TEAMS & Subject area links.
3.4.2
Increase community access to technology resources through Family Technology Nights and extended hours for computer labs on ACE
campuses. Incorporate technology training in the annual Education Summit.
3. 4. 3
Promote the district website to district patrons.
3.4.4
Provide increased opportunities for adult literacy advancement.
3.4.5
Implement Granicus for streaming video-based content to the internet.
Beaumont ISD Technology Plan
Goals, Objectives, and Strategies
Goal 4
The district will secure adequate funding for maintaining state-of-the-art technology resources for all BISD facilities.
4.1.1
The district will continue leasing computers with a four year refresh as well as software licensing agreements in alignment with the
state student/computer ratio requirements.
4.1.2
The district will continue to make E-Rate applications for technology funding.
4.1.3
The district will utilize grant writing teams to obtain external funds for technology purchases.
4.1.4
The district will have each campus allocate a percent of their local budget to technology needs, including professional development.
4.1.5
District will maintain and support a local and wide area network for voice, video and data, increasing speed and bandwidth to meet
increased needs.
4.1.6
District will maintain network access for all students, teachers and administrative personnel.
4.1.7
Coordinate hardware and software purchases with curricular and administrative needs and certify that the purchases met current
infrastructure capability and established standards.
4.1 8
Evaluate emerging technologies including document cameras, data projectors, class pads, virtual desktops, and a staff laptop initiative.
4.1.9
District will implement a wireless infrastructure at all appropriate facilities.
4.1.10
District will implement the use of an IP telephone system for use by all district personnel.
4.1.11
District will convert data to a communications portal built on Microsoft SharePoint.
4.2.1
The district will provide specialized full-time technicians to support current and future network initiatives.
4.2.2
The district will provide full-time technology trainers.
4.2.3
The district will staff a full-time help desk to support all technology concerns.
4.3.1
The district will evaluate and implement appropriate policies, security software, and hardware.
4.3.2
The district will evaluate electrical and surge protection adequacies in all facilities, set standards and make adjustments as
requirements.
4.3.3
Cameras will be installed at all locations in the district.
4.3.4
Investigate RFID technologies for purposes of asset control and personal and student tracking.
Improvements That Could Be Made to the Beaumont ISD
Technology Plan
• A digital world needs safeguards that can ensure the personal safety of
our students. We could add curriculum that could teach safety standards
to our students to increase awareness and provide a safer digital
environment.
• Provide technology innovative programs that could promote parental
involvement, increase communication with parents and community
members, and community access to technology resources.
• Develop strategies for libraries to include technology and professional
development training for utilizing online tools and smart devices such as
Kindles and Nooks in school library facilities.
• Increase budgeting for students and teachers to utilize online resources
such as virtual field trips and distance learning opportunities.
Summary
• National Ed Tech Puts Technology
at the Heart of Education Reform
• Our state recognizes the importance of
technology
• Beaumont ISD is setting goals and objectives
to meet the technology needs of our students
so that they can be successful in our
expanding digital world
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