NETS+and+Artifacts

 The ISTE National Educational Technology Standards (NETS) and Performance Indicators for Teachers


 * 1. Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and Creativity**
 * promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness
 * engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources
 * promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students’ conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes
 * model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments

Reflection: As an educator, I've learned that I have to model the skills I want my students to attain. Technology is no exception to this rule. If I want students to become 21st century learners, I have to model, support and promote the use of 21st Century Skills through the use of authentic learning opportunities.

Goals for future learning: I would like to see a cross-curricular project implemented that engages students in solving a real-world problem through the use of technology. I was inspired by a group of educators who designed the project "Rolling on the River" to encourage students to get involved in the community and present their learning on a global stage.


 * 2. Design and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and Assessments**
 * design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity
 * develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress
 * customize and personalize learning activities to address students’ diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources
 * provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching

Reflection: I used to view technology as a hurdle or just one more thing I had to incorporate into my lessons. Now, I see it as an essential tool for differentiating instruction and assessment. It allows me not only to engage all students but also to do things I never imagined were possible, like teaching two different classes simultaneously.

Goal for future learning: I know I have a long way to go before technology is seamlessly incorporated into the classroom environment. Eventually, I'd like to figure out a way to track students' progress (linked to specific learning standards) all the way from pre-assessments and prior knowledge through formative assessments and finally post-assessments. I know technology is the key to unlocking this goal, but I have yet to develop the skills required to carry it out.


 * 3. Model Digital-Age Work and Learning**
 * demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations
 * collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation
 * communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats
 * model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning

Reflection: This Wiki has allowed me to demonstrate what I've learned in this area and share my use of current technologies. It will help me stay in touch with students, peers and parents regarding projects we've undertaken and digital-age media we're using.

Goal for future learning: As the internet is always expanding and new tools are developed daily, there is always more to learn. I will keep researching and reviewing new tools and technologies and sharing my updates via this Wiki.


 * 4. Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and Responsibility**
 * advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources
 * address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies and providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources
 * promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information
 * develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital-age communication and collaboration tools

Reflection: I've devoted an entire page of this Wiki to internet research because I think it is so important for students to understand the nature of the information they're working with. They must be aware of the validity and reliability of resources and the legal concerns involved in using others' intellectual property.

Goal for future learning: My integration plan allows myself and my students to engage in a real-world situation that will test our digital etiquette and help promote cultural understanding.


 * 5. Engage in Professional Growth and Leadership**
 * participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning
 * exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others
 * evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning
 * contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community

Reflection: The ECTStT course has helped me get a jumpstart on professional growth in the area of technology. I've had numerous discussions and worked collaboratively with peers regarding technology infusion.

Goal for future learning: I've joined Twitter mostly for the purpose of following other educators and groups who send updates regarding emerging tools and their applications. I hope to become a member of other networks like this and register for further training in more advanced technology use and integration.

and Website Evaluation - see the "Internet Research" page of this wiki || 1 b; 2 a&b; 3 a, c&d; 4 a; 5 a, b&c ||
 * **Artifact ** || **NETS-T applicable standards cross-reference ** ||
 * [[file:21st century instruction reflection.docx]] || 3 a&c; 5 b&c ||
 * [|Web 2.0 user survey] (Google form) || 1 c&d; 2 a&b; 3 a, b&d; 5 a&c ||
 * [[file:Learning without borders,epals review.docx]] || 1 a, b&d; 2 a&c; 4 d; 5 a, b, c&d ||
 * [[file:videoconference activity plan.docx]] || 1 d; 2 a,b&c; 3 a; 4 b, c&d ||
 * [[file:internet access discussion points.docx]] || 5 a, b, c&d ||
 * [[file:CriticalThinkingSkills g.o..doc]] || 1 a-d; 2 a; 3 d; 5 a-d ||
 * [[file:reflection on pbl.docx]] || 1 a-d; 2 a-d; 5 a-d ||
 * [[file:social bookmarking.docx]] || 3 a-d; 5 a ||
 * Effective Internet Searches
 * [[file:Integration Plan resources and search.docx]] || 3 a&d ||
 * [[file:Librarian Interview digital resources.docx]] || 4 a&c; 5 a-d ||
 * [[file:Marzano strategies applied.doc]] || 1 a-c; 2 a-d; 3 a&d; 4 b; 5 b&c ||
 * [[file:Innovative Project & Assessments.docx]] || 1 a-d; 2 a-d; 4 a-d ||
 * [[file:Module 7 Discussions.docx]] || 1 a-d; 2 a-d; 3 a-d; 4 a-d; 5 a-d ||
 * [[file:Integration Plan Final.docx]] || 1 a-d; 2 a-d; 3 a-d; 4 a-d; 5 a-d ||

  