EDLD 5352 Web Conference

I watched the recording for the February 13, 2012 web conference.  The main thing I took away from this conference is the difference between Web 1.0 and 2.0.  Web 1.0 is informational and is a one-way communication tool.  Web 2.0 is interactive and allows an individual to use tools such as blogging, wiki's, chat rooms, and so much more as a way to share information.  Anyone can share their knowledge of a topic and anyone can retreive the knowledge that is shared.  This can be extremely beneficial but one must know how to differentiate between what is fact and opinion.  If a teacher chooses to use tools on Web 2.0 to allow students to research and share, the teacher must be sure to teach the proper internet etiquette.

Evaluation of Technology Action Plan

Evaluation of Technology Action Plan
Professional Development/Training	Assessment Process
Review of STaR chart, AEIS, and AYP data	Review of this data will take place at the beginning of school, end of school, and the beginning of the following year to compare data.  Those involved will discuss any difference in results and how to improve the weak areas.  Continued communication will take place with teachers to ensure data is being applied to the classroom.
Development of Data and Technology Team	The Director of Curriculum and Instruction, along with district coordinators will meet monthly with the Data teams to discuss progress on the campuses.  Teacher surveys will be conducted as needed.
Implementing Technology into the Classrooms	The campus administrators and district administrators will conduct campus walkthroughs to receive snapshots of the use technology in the classrooms.  Walkthrough observations will be submitted into Eduphoria and other resources to create graphs to display the strengths and weakness of technology in the classroom.  Meetings will be conducted with teachers to discuss results and how to improve.

Technology Professional Development Plan

Professional Development Plan
Professional Training Opportunity	Description	Person(s) Responsible
Review of STaR Chart results, AEIS, and AYP results  - This will be a Job Embedded Professional Development  that takes place at the beginning of school and again at the end of school for reflection.	Teachers and Administrators will review the results of each report and determine the areas that DISD needs improvement in.  Campus staff and administrators will work with Instructional Technology Coordinator to create a plan to improve these areas using technology programs, apps, and equipment.	Instructional Technology Coordinator District Coordinators Campus Principals Campus Subject Team Leaders Campus Technology Support Teams
Development of Data and Technology Teams	Each campus will submit an individual that will be trained in Eduphoria and C-Scope on data analysis and technology implementation and use.  This individual will be trained thoroughly in these programs and become the point person for contact and support on each campus.	Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Instructional Technology Coordinator Campus Principals District Coordinators
Implementing Technology in the Classroom Trainings	During the first week of teacher in-service, we will train teachers how to incorporate technology into the classroom as an integral part of learning.  We will show how to utilize useful websites, blogging, wikis, twitter, facebook, and technology equipment such as ipads to enhance the learning for students and differentiate instruction.	Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction Instructional Technology Coordinator District Coordinators Campus Technology Support

Technology Action Plan - Organization Chart

D.I.S.D. Technology Department Organization Chart
Title	Location	Job Description
Technology Director	Administration Building	Oversees all technology issues and decisions.  Hires and trains technology support staff.  Manages technology budget and ordering of technology needs.  Manages technical programs and technical issues.  Contact person for any technical programs and operations from outside contracts.
Instructional Technology Coordinator	Dayton Educational Support Center	Webmaster for district.  Implements educational technology programs for the classroom and technology labs.  Implements Technology TEKS and works with campus technology support team to ensure use of technology in the classroom.  Develops and teaches technology professional developments.  Updates district on technology needs and desires.
Network Administrator	Technology Department	Manages all networks and infrastructure for D.I.S.D.  Installs and manages programs and equipment.  Technical Support Manager.
Computer Technicians (2)	Technology Department	Support campuses with technical support and work directly with Network Administrator to install programs and equipment.
Campus Technology Instructors and Support Team	Different Campuses	Campus technology teaches computer classes for students and support faculty and staff with technical issues.  Communicate directly with Computer technicians and network administrator.  Conduct campus staff trainings and update campus tech equipment.

Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology 2006-2020

According to the Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology, fulfilling the vision of technology requires district, campus, and teacher leaders who articulate and advocate a vision of what technology can do for teaching and learning as well as school operations.  A campus and district leader can use STaR chart to analyze their technology needs and strengths.  They can use a STaR chart to analyze campus plans and technology levels.  This chart is a tool used in tech planning, budgeting, and evaluation of progress in local technology projects.  All applications for state funded technology grants require a completed STaR chart.  STaR chart produces profile and progress towards the Long-Range plan.  It also outlines technology allotment funds.  If there are leaders on a campus that can respond to technology needs, the campus staff will have more confidence in the technology applications.  To improve in this area, I feel we can have more leadership training and support.  Once technical support leaders are identified, they must be available on the campuses for teacher support.  We must also increase the number of student computers or technology opportunities for students in the classroom.  Having computers alone is not enough.  We must actually put technology in the hands of the learner.  By using grants to purchase items such as ipods, ipads, or chrome books, will allow learning to rise to a new level for the 21^st century learner.  In order to achieve greatness, all stakeholders must be on the same plan and have a common vision.  Success is one for all and all for one.