I
chose standards 2a and 5c from The International Society for Technology in
Education (ISTE) standards for teachers.
Standard 2a states teachers will “design or adapt relevant learning
experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning
and creativity” (ISTE Standards, 2008).
My goal is to learn more effective ways to use technology to increase
learning and creativity in my students. I
want to be able to match the best technology tool with the content under
study. My action steps will involve looking at
content and researching technology tools.
I will collaborate with my school’s technology coordinator, colleagues,
and students to expand my knowledge with technology. As I learn about available technology, I will
monitor my progress. I would check to
see if the resources I am utilizing are providing the knowledge to incorporate
new technology. Once I apply the technology into my classroom, I can evaluate
by reflecting on what worked and what failed. An important part of the evaluation process
will be involving students. I want their
feedback and through assessments I can determine what I need to adjust in the
future.
Standard
5c states, teachers “evaluate and reflect on current research and professional
practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging
digital tools and resources in support of student learning” (ISTE, 2008). My
goal is to stay current on technology advancements and continue to integrate in
my classroom to support student learning.
One action step is taking online classes through Walden University. Dr. Ertmer discussed the importance of having
a supportive culture. Another goal is to find people to support my learning and
with teachers who are not afraid to take risks (Laureate Education, 2009). I will continue to monitor by reflecting on
my progress in the same way mentioned with standard 2b. In addition, I will
evaluate using similar methods above with the added element of teacher
feedback.
References
ISTE Standards. (2008) ISTE
Standards Teacher. Retrieved from
iste.org/docs/pdfs/20-14_ISTE_Standards-T_PDF.pdf
Laureate Education, Inc.,
(Executive Producer). (2009). Integrating technology across the content areas:
Enriching content area learning experiences with technology, part 1.
