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Technology TEKS-Multiple Opportunities to master knowledge, EDLD 5352
The Communication series of the Technology Applications TEKS is the consummate opportunity for students to show mastery of knowledge and/or skills. This series requires students to utilize different media and software for presentation to particular audiences which will receive and can be both informally and formally assessed according to the rubrics that the student will be self-directed to create. Students are to show that they can integrate a variety of media into their presentations. Students are also required to use programs that store data, organize the project, track completion, and analyze/evaluate the data for presentation. This is a great opportunity for assessment as to whether or not the student understands the various ways to obtain information and produce projects.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Pre K Technology Applications TEKS Summary
The Pre-K Technology Applications TEKS require students to be able to navigate software using physical and programmed instruments. They must learn minimal technological terminology as well as basic oral and graphic clues for software operations. Students will enjoy listening and interacting with multimedia software.
According to the Pre-K technology TEKS, young students must be acquainted with the major parts of the computer and their terminologies as well as how to use age appropriate software. They are taught to listen to interactive storybooks or videos and even maybe some research via electronic encyclopedias and dictionaries. All of these are essential foundational strategies and techniques that will be built upon as the students progress through the educational environment.
According to the Pre-K technology TEKS, young students must be acquainted with the major parts of the computer and their terminologies as well as how to use age appropriate software. They are taught to listen to interactive storybooks or videos and even maybe some research via electronic encyclopedias and dictionaries. All of these are essential foundational strategies and techniques that will be built upon as the students progress through the educational environment.
Long Range Plan
The Long Range Plan for technology in short is Texas' plan to educate and prepare our students, as well as educators to function in the digital age. Reflecting back about ten years ago, during a staff development the presenter said, " If you do not know how to use a computer you should not be teaching." At the same time I thought that the lady was crazy because I did not need a computer to teach. All I needed was an overhead projector, white board, a lesson plan book, grade book, a calculator and a creative mind to plan engaging lessons. Since that time, I have seen a rapid increase in the use of computers and other technoloy support systems. Gone are the days of turning in handwritten lesson plans and grade books. Lesson plan and gradebooks have been replaced with web based applications that allow teachers to enter their plans, share plans with colleagues, analyze student data, and commuicate with parents. Computer projectors and smart boards have replaced the overhead projectors, while inteactive computer games have begun to replace traditional teacher to whole class games such as bingo and vocabulary charades.
After reading the Texas Long- Range Plan, I have come to realize the words of the presenter were correct. The traditional forms of teaching are changing to meet the demands of the digital age. As an instructional leader in the digital age it is important to understand the benefits of using technology in the educational setting. Using the technology is a requirement of all districts by the state of Texas. The most beneficial factor is that the use of technology aides in actively engaging students in the learning process by appealing to their multi-sensory learning styles and by teaching the TEKS students are learning key elements needed for continuing education upon graduation and basic survival skills needed for the digital world.
Another key point instructional leaders must consider is the budget. The Long Range Plan calls for professional development on the proper use of the technology hardware and software and effective use of the technology in the classroom. Monies must be allocated for such professional development opportunities. In addition, the budget must include funding for the technology needed to meet the technology TEKS.
After reading the Texas Long- Range Plan, I have come to realize the words of the presenter were correct. The traditional forms of teaching are changing to meet the demands of the digital age. As an instructional leader in the digital age it is important to understand the benefits of using technology in the educational setting. Using the technology is a requirement of all districts by the state of Texas. The most beneficial factor is that the use of technology aides in actively engaging students in the learning process by appealing to their multi-sensory learning styles and by teaching the TEKS students are learning key elements needed for continuing education upon graduation and basic survival skills needed for the digital world.
Another key point instructional leaders must consider is the budget. The Long Range Plan calls for professional development on the proper use of the technology hardware and software and effective use of the technology in the classroom. Monies must be allocated for such professional development opportunities. In addition, the budget must include funding for the technology needed to meet the technology TEKS.
Technology Applications Inventory-SETDA
The Technology Applications Inventory and the SETDA are valuable tools to use when developing a plan to implement the technology TEKS in the classroom. These inventories consist of a series of questions that allows for an individual to self assess knowledge of technology and determine needs in order to become more literate and proficient with the use of technology both professionally and personally. The Technology Applications Inventory confirmed that I am an average user of technology. According to my responses, I have a the basic knowledge in technology and can effectively communicate and acquire information using a variety of technological resources such as creating multimedia slide shows and word documents, analyzing and sorting data, and researching and validating information . This basic knowledge of technology will allow me to adapt to the changing needs of technology driven students of today.
The inventory also revealed several areas to improve on. One of those areas is to acquire knowledge and understanding of the technology terminology found in the inventory. Many of the terms, vector graphic files and bit mapped graphic files to name a few,were not familiar. In fact, I had never heard of those two words before in my life. Another revelation from the results of the survey showed that although I am pretty proficient in creating slide show presentations, the purpose of most of them is to provide information. Making those presentations more interactive for the audience would most likely increase engagement and enhance learning.
The inventory also revealed several areas to improve on. One of those areas is to acquire knowledge and understanding of the technology terminology found in the inventory. Many of the terms, vector graphic files and bit mapped graphic files to name a few,were not familiar. In fact, I had never heard of those two words before in my life. Another revelation from the results of the survey showed that although I am pretty proficient in creating slide show presentations, the purpose of most of them is to provide information. Making those presentations more interactive for the audience would most likely increase engagement and enhance learning.
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