Technology Competencies

A. demonstrate introductory
knowledge, skills, and
understanding of concepts related
to technology (as described in the
ISTE National Education
Technology Standards for
Students).

B. demonstrate continual growth in
technology knowledge and skills to
stay abreast of current and
emerging technologies.

II. PLANNING AND
DESIGNING LEARNING
ENVIRONMENTS AND
EXPERIENCES.

Teachers plan and design effective
learning environments and
experiences supported by
technology. Teachers:

A. design developmentally
appropriate learning opportunities
that apply technology-enhanced
instructional strategies to support
the diverse needs of learners.

B. apply current research on
teaching and learning with
technology when planning learning
environments and experiences.

C. identify and locate technology
resources and evaluate them for
accuracy and suitability.

D. plan for the management of
technology resources within the
context of learning activities.

E. plan strategies to manage
student learning in a
technology-enhanced environment.

III. TEACHING, LEARNING,
AND THE CURRICULUM.

Teachers implement curriculum
plans, that include methods and
strategies for applying technology
to maximize student learning.
Teachers:

A. facilitate technology-enhanced
experiences that address content
standards and student technology
standards.

B. use technology to support
learner-centered strategies that
address the diverse needs of
students.

C. apply technology to develop
students' higher order skills and
creativity.

D. manage student learning
activities in a technology-enhanced
environment.

IV. ASSESSMENT AND
EVALUATION.

                                Teachers apply technology to
                                facilitate a variety of effective
                                assessment and evaluation
                                strategies. Teachers:

                                A. apply technology in assessing
                                student learning of subject matter
                                using a variety of assessment
                                techniques.

                                B. use technology resources to
                                collect and analyze data, interpret
                                results, and communicate findings
                               to improve instructional practice
                                and maximize student learning.

                                C. apply multiple methods of
                                evaluation to determine students'
                                appropriate use of technology
                                resources for
                                learning,communication,and
                                productivity.

                                Teachers use technology to
                                enhance their productivity and
                                professional practice.
                                Teachers:

                                A. use technology resources to
                                engage in ongoing professional
                                development and lifelong
                                learning.

                                B. continually evaluate and
                                reflect on professional practice
                                to make informed decisions
                                regarding the use of
                                technology in support of
                                student learning.

C. apply technology to
increase productivity.

                                D. use technology to
                                communicate and collaborate
                                with peers, parents, and the
                                larger community in order to
                                nurture student learning.

                                VI. SOCIAL, ETHICAL,
                                LEGAL, AND HUMAN
                                ISSUES.

                                Teachers understand the
                                social,ethical,legal,and human
                                issues surrounding the use of
                                technology in PK-12 schools
                                and apply those principles in
                                practice. Teachers:

                                A. model and teach legal and
                                ethical practice related to
                                technology use.

                                B. apply technology resources
                                to enable and empower
                                learners with diverse
                                backgrounds, characteristics,
                                and abilities.

C. identify and use technology
resources that affirm diversity

D. promote safe and healthy
use of technology resources.

                                E. facilitate equitable access to
                                technology resources for all
                                students.