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I was surprised to discover that our district has a detailed plan for use of technology. This 94 page document entitled “In Support of Digital Age Student Learning – Information (Library Media) and Technology Plan, 2006-2009” can be found in the Featured Publications sections at the bottom of our district homepage (http://www.aasd.k12.wi.us/).

Here is an outline of the document:

• The summary, introduction and background are worth reading – these sections nicely explain the need for this document and the goals outlined inside it.
• In step with any good executive report, page 10 displays the district’s “Technology and Media Mission”. In the mission, the district describes a shared vision that encompasses: equitable access, skilled personnel, professional development, technical assistance, content standards and curriculum resources, student-centered teaching, assessment and accountability, community support, and a few other items
• The next section deals with an examination of our “Current Status and Needs Assessment” (p. 20)
• As educators, the most interesting part of the report starts on p. 53 – “Program Goals & Objectives”, which leads into the “Implementation Action Plan” on page 58. The Goals are outlined below:
  • GOAL 1: Educators will use technology as a tool to collect, review and/or analyze data to inform instruction.
  • GOAL 2: Educators will design lessons that effectively deliver curriculum content.
  • GOAL 3: Students will possess the skills to access and create new knowledge; self assess and communicate (disseminate through the use of media and technology resources).
• p. 64 – 65 discuss the Budgeting for the goals listed above
• “Monitoring Progress and Evaluating the Plan” is found on p. 69
• And p. 74 Discusses “Procedures and Policies”