Long Range Plan for Technology

Technology has become a critical part of the education system. The more information and learning you expose yourself to the more efficiently you can serve your school district and students. As learned from the Long-Range Plan opportunities for professional development is key in helping educators become comfortable with using technology and implement it in the classroom. Currently a large majority of teachers are not comfortable enough with technology to use it effectively.

As an educational leader it is imperative that everything is done to allow students to succeed in a continually changing environment and marketplace. We have to prepare them how to efficiently use technology because students will use it in all facets of life such as banking, shopping, learning and communication. Limitations of the school should not affect the education of the students. They should be provided access to technologies, tools and resources. Education should focus on connecting to students lives and reflect what research reveals about how people learn.

As an educational leader it is imperative to lead by example. Administrators should embrace technology for daily use and illuminate the possibilities that technology brings to education. It is crucial to envision, fund, and assess the use of technology. We have to model as well as expect effective use of technologies. Allocating sufficient time for professional development is essential.

I would implement several recommendations from the article to help guide me with the school district technology and integration. First, developing strategies to monitor and document progress of the integration of technology and student mastery would be essential. I would look into the implementation of innovative programs that promote parental involvement and increased communication with parents and community members. Another recommendation that would be beneficial especially in my current district is ensuring anytime/anywhere access to technology-based learning for all students. Teachers should be encouraged to participate professional development opportunities and receive technological support.