TF-VIII: Leadership and Vision
Educational technology facilitators will contribute to the shared vision for campus integration of technology and foster an environment and culture conducive to the realization of the vision.
 
TF-VIII.A. Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction.
   
  1. Discuss and evaluate current research in educational technology.
 
TF-VIII.B. Apply strategies for and knowledge of issues related to managing the change process in schools.
   
  1. Discuss the history of technology use in schools.
   
TF-VIII.C. Apply effective group process skills.
   
  1. Discuss the rationale for forming school partnerships to support technology integration and examine an existing partnership within a school setting.
   
TF-VIII.D. Lead in the development and evaluation of district technology planning and implementation.
   
  1. Participate in cooperative group processes and identify the processes that were effective.
   
  2. Conduct an evaluation of a school technology environment.
   
  3. Identify and discuss national, state, and local standards for integrating technology in the school environment.
   
  4. Describe curriculum activities or performances that meet national, state, and local technology standards.
   
  5. Discuss issues related to developing a school technology plan.
   
  6. Discuss the elements of and strategies for developing a technology strategic plan.
   
  7. Examine issues related to hardware and software acquisition and management.
   
TF-VIII.E. Engage in supervised field-based experiences with accomplished technology facilitators and/or directors.
   
  1. Examine components needed for effective field-based experiences in instructional program development, professional development, facility and resource management, WAN/LAN/wireless systems, or managing change related to technology use in school based settings.