Making Technology Standards Work for You

Making Technology Standards Work for You

Author: Susan Brooks-Young

Publisher: ISTE (Interntl Soc Tech Educ

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9781564841902

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A step-by-step approach to help administrators develop and implement a vision for using educational technology more effectively.


Educational Leadership and Technology

Educational Leadership and Technology

Author: Virginia E. Garland

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2013-01-04

Total Pages: 133

ISBN-13: 1136482490

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Providing models of exemplary use and the latest research, Educational Leadership and Technology reveals the transformational power of emerging technologies to improve student learning, and explores how leaders can bring about this technology integration. This book provides an overview of roles and strategies expected of effective school leaders, as well as some of the complex issues they face. Authors Garland and Tadeja offer a critical analysis of today’s emerging technology, while also addressing the need for collaborative efforts of parents, community, and students to implement technologies effectively. Special Features Include: Full integration of National Technology Standards for Administrators (NETS.A) and the National Education Technology Plan (NETP). Leader reflections from practicing school administrators that provide context of real-world scenarios. "Tips for School Leaders" and end-of-chapter questions that encourage student engagement with the text. "School Administrator’s Technology Leadership Self-Assessment," a unique and impartial survey in each chapter with self-scoring guide that helps readers determine their technology use and readiness for implementation. A robust companion website with PowerPoint Slides, strategies, and links to website and video resources which will reflect changes in technology, policy, and practice. Discussion of the newest and emerging technologies, including Cloudware, social media, virtual manipulatives, and e-games. Educational Leadership and Technology is an important resource for new and aspiring elementary, middle, and high school principals as well as superintendents and technology coordinators.


Planning for Technology

Planning for Technology

Author: Bruce M. Whitehead

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2013-09-04

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 1483306461

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Stay a step ahead of technological change so that every student can flourish! Students and classrooms are growing more technologically savvy every semester, which presents you with an essential choice: Will you let these learning tools sit idle, or will you unleash the power of technology for your students and staff? The first edition of Planning for Technology created leaders who empowered students to master the technological tools now required for success. This second edition will prepare you for the coming decade, when the pace of change will be much faster. In addition to the core methods and exercises, this book includes: Revisions addressing essential digital developments of the past decade that school leaders must learn to utilize New content covering guidelines for addressing the new Common Core State Standards, distributed leadership, adult learning theory, digital citizenship, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and more A new chapter on creating a "culture of technology" that goes beyond user manuals to create responsible, tech-savvy students Technology is no longer optional—it is a requirement for success in the 21st century. Planning for Technology is the go-to resource for ensuring your students thrive. "This book is about how to plan for technology, promote it, pay for it, and take steps to ensure that it really is improving student achievement. This book makes school administrators consider more thoughtfully how they are using technology for teaching and learning and why. It helps the reader understand how to plan for and implement technology in a more effective way." —Patricia L. Tucker, Retired Regional Superintendent District of Columbia Public Schools, DC "The reflective activities at the end of every chapter prompt leaders to think about diverse areas they may have not thought about before." —Frances L. O’Reilly, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership The University of Montana-Missoula


The Tech-Savvy Administrator

The Tech-Savvy Administrator

Author: Steven W. Anderson

Publisher: ASCD

Published: 2014-12-18

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13: 1416620060

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Educational technology expert Steven W. Anderson explains how and why leaders should use technology and outlines what should be in every leader's digital toolkit.


Tech-Savvy Administrator

Tech-Savvy Administrator

Author: Steven W. Anderson

Publisher: ASCD

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 54

ISBN-13: 1416620044

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How can school leaders use technology to be more effective? In this book, award-winning blogger and educational technology expert Steven W. Anderson explains how and why leaders should use technology and outlines what should be in every leader's digital toolkit. This resource will help leaders maximize social media to stay connected with teachers, students, and the community, use online tools to manage documents and increase collaboration, identify online tools to stay organized, and develop online professional learning networks. Digital tools can play an important role not only in streamlining how school leaders do their jobs, but also in helping them get better results--no matter what the initiative.


School Administrators and Technology

School Administrators and Technology

Author: Bridget M. Connor

Publisher: University Press of America

Published: 2010-06-07

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 0761850732

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As institutions of higher learning strive to develop strong 21st century educational leaders, they must meet the needs of administrators in light of the role technology plays in teaching and learning. School Administrators and Technology prepares prospective school administrators to embrace opportunities and face challenges of promoting forward-thinking technology use in the educational setting. Standards-based, meaningful activities are included, mirroring real-world practice, with scoring tools that clarify and reinforce the evaluation of those established standards. The book fosters a vision for teaching and learning, promoting excellence in educational technology innovation through a systematic approach to standards-based professional growth.


Technology and Education

Technology and Education

Author: Sharon Y. Tettegah

Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing

Published: 2006-01-11

Total Pages: 337

ISBN-13: 0762312807

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Provides a presentation of policies and practices of technology in K12 schools. This book lays out the foundation of what schools should be concerned about involving various aspects of technology and its impact on school administration and teaching. It introduces technology, policy and philosophical discussions on the use of technology in schools.


Critical Technology Issues for School Leaders

Critical Technology Issues for School Leaders

Author: Susan Brooks-Young

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2006-04-12

Total Pages: 185

ISBN-13: 1452209723

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This resource helps school leaders focus on critical technology leadership issues and practical solutions for integrating technology into any school, administration, or professional development program.


Principal 2.0

Principal 2.0

Author: Matthew Militello

Publisher: IAP

Published: 2013-03-01

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 1623963036

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This volume of essays provides insights into educational technology from a diverse set of vantage points. Each chapter provides school leaders with both conceptual insights and practical guides. Moreover, the authors of these insights and guides are eclectic including: current K-12 school educators and students, professors and graduate students of educational technology and educational leadership, and technology industry leaders. Our goal was to provide a thoughtful and thought-provoking set of essays that propels your own work in the world of educational technology forward. The audience for this book includes teachers, school and district leaders, educational technologists, educational policymakers, and higher education faculty. Chapters demonstrate a number of specific uses of advanced technologies in schools, in educational leadership, and in leadership preparatory programs. Chapters are accompanied by screen-captured images and links to multimedia examples that are accessible to readers via the Internet, including digital artifacts of leadership and learning that will guide readers to implementation in diverse educational settings.