MORE ABOUT THE TECHNOLOGY PLAN

OVERVIEW

In a world where digital technology is superseding manual devices and resources, staff and students educational institutions need to be exposed to the various technologies that support and enhance the teaching learning process. Since students of today learn differently in a digital world via competitive environments, it is vital that they remain engaged and collaboration is high on the scale. Therefore with a technology plan, incorporating various digital technologies and tools as well as the use of ISTE standards and Blooms Digital Taxonomy, can heighten the teaching-learning environment.  The most effective teachers are those who are trained in the technology and can efficiently and effectively use the tools and skills to meet the needs of the students.

 

THE PLAN

STRATEGIC PLAN

The plan identifies a mission and vision for the technology plan which will be student centered and facilitated by staff trained to efficiently and effective use the technology. It will also include formulating goals and objectives, an organizational chart, curriculum design, attainment targets, teaching methodology, staff and student assessment.

 

RESEARCH

Research will need to be done to determine the current skill sets and needs of the staff and students. Next will be to determine how best the students at the institution learn best and then formulate plans that can support student-centered learning. 

 

PHILOSOPHY

The philosophy would incorporate SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic and Time-lined) objectives geared towards the teaching/learning process.

 

EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGY ACTION PLAN

After training staff would be encouraged to develop an action plan using the technology in their classrooms. They would also be encouraged to update their training when the opportunity becomes available and also to aid in conducting workshops to aid other teachers within the school.

 

YEARLY TECHNOLOGY BUDGET

Stakeholders will be notified of a projected detailed budget to meet the technological needs of staff and students

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

A survey will be done to determine the skill sets available and what is needed most by all staff.

Staff will undergo training in the use of various technologies, with the goal to empower students to be actively engaged in their own learning, collaborating and creating media rich representations of their knowledge. This would call for careful planning to meet the needs of the various students. reflecting on what works and have not worked in the past. 

Training will be provided for all members of staff in operating systems and application and curriculum software/integration as well as in digital tools that can be incorporated into their subject area. Some of the facilitators for the training can be done by other competent staff who are proficient in the areas.