TF-II.D. Plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities. Candidates:
1. Provide teachers with options for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.
II.D Artifact(s):
- Tech Plan Critique for Thomas Starr King Middle School (PDF Document) (Click to Open)
- Tech Plan Critique for Thomas Starr King Middle School (Word Document) (Click to Open)
JUSTIFICATION:
I critiqued the Technology Plan that was created for the Thomas Starr King Middle School. This Plan, which oversaw the managemnet of technology resources within the LAUSD school district, and how these resources were to be used in the context of student learning activities. Overall the plan was a good one, but as all plans needed to be updating and refined. In addition, I felt that more input needed to be received by the staff involved in the implementation of the technology. I also felt that the plan is well organized and to the point, but I would change it to little bit more detailed version, especially with having some timelines in details with exact dates, etc. I do expect the goals to be realistic and I really liked how they prioritized the task in the “Use of Computers” section. They want to make sure that they will keep the priorities in line with State and District standards, with the ideals of middle schools, with the long-range goals of the Technology Committee. And they want to provide as much equal access as possible for all grade levels, subjects and programs and teachers.
Critiquing and revising Thomas Starr King Middle School’s technology plan helped me to analyze and narrow down my own vision, goals and implementation strategies I’ve developed for students when using technology to promote student achievement and developmental learning activities. When preparing and teaching a technologically-based lesson with my students, I make sure to break the process into steps that I can easily explain to students. I have found that it saves time and keeps students focused on the task at hand if I help them manage those resources. To begin, all students had to read and sign a booklet contract promising to properly use technology and to abide by rules for what appropriate usage entails.
After I revised Thomas Starr King Middle School’s technology plan, it was clear to me that monitoring progress was a big part in managing success in student development. I monitor student progress and make sure that we are all at the same place and understanding the process. For example, when doing computer-related tasks on their own, I make sure to monitor behavior and log progress.
