1. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development Assessment

2. Overview Assessment ★ General Technology Assessment ★ Assessment Tools ★ General Reports ★ Technology Competencies and Standards ★ Student Evaluation

3. Overview Reports ★ General Technology Assessment - Related Reports Reports about technology assessment from a variety of sources.

4. Overview Reports ★ General Reports General reports related to technology; With indirect information about assessment.

5. Overview General Reports ★ Technology Counts ★ Texas Reports ★ Other Reports

6. Overview Assessment Tools Includes: ★ Planning guides ★ Teacher, school, and district assessment ★ Needs assessment for technology planning

7. Overview Assessment Tools ★ General Technology Assessment-Related Reports ★ Assessment Tools ★ General Reports ★ Technology Competencies and Standards ★ Student Evaluation

8. Overview Technology Competencies and Standards ★ Collection of sample student, teacher, and administrator competencies ★ Samples of detailed and general competencies

9. Overview Student Evaluations Electronic Portfolios ★ Portfolio samples ★ Articles ★ Scholarly papers

10. Overview Rubrics ★ Resources for assessment of technology skills ★ Definitions and explanation about rubrics ★ Sample rubrics ★ Information and tools for creating rubrics.

11. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development Conclusion

12. Overview Goals The Technology Applications Center for Educator Development’s main goals is to create and share resources about the Technology Applications TEKS and integrating them into teaching and learning across the curriculum. We need your input.

13. Overview Feedback Please take some time to explore the site. You can submit comments and suggestions by: ★ Feed back form ★ Email to taced@unt.edu

14. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development Conclusion

15. Overview Goals The Technology Applications Center for Educator Development’s main goals is to create and share resources about the Technology Applications TEKS and integrating them into teaching and learning across the curriculum. We need your input.

16. Overview Feedback Please take some time to explore the site. You can submit comments and suggestions by: ★ Feed back form ★ Email to taced@unt.edu

17. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development Instruction

18. Overview Instruction Main parts of Instruction section: ★ Technology Classroom Activities ★ Curriculum Connections ★ General Technology Applications Topics ★ High School Technology Applications Courses ★ Online Technology Applications Courses for Students ★ T-STAR Series on Technology Applications Promising Practices

19. Overview Idea Starters Instructional Projects ★ Brief idea starters of projects featuring technology ★ Projects do not feature goals, objectives, management strategies, etc. to allow teachers to rapidly adapt projects to personal teaching style. ★ Educators are encouraged to modify these projects to fit local needs.

20. Overview Lesson Plans ★ Texas-Made Lessons – made by educational organizations and other Texas agencies ★ Technology – lessons on technology skills or lessons in other curricular areas that are enhanced with technology

21. Overview Texas-Made Lessons ★ Educational Organizations ★ Texas Organizations ★ Armadillo WWW Server

22. Overview Technology Lesson Plans Some of the Lesson Plan Sites have ★ Hundreds or thousands of activities ★ Divisions by subject and grade level ★ Searchable databases

23. Overview Instructional Units ★ Multi-day units ★ Written by teachers ★ Includes strategies for teaching the TEKS

24. Overview Technology Competitions ★ Students compete in web mastering, multimedia, video production, etc. ★ Competition can motivate your students. ★ Students and teacher can win prizes.

25. Overview Curriculum Connections ★ Use of technology is part of all area TEKS. ★ Direct connections are explicit mentions of computers or computer related terms within the other area TEKS. ★ Indirect connections include similar tasks or tasks that can easily be completed using technology.

26. Overview Curriculum Connections ★ Many student expectations in all areas of the TEKS are identical or similar from grade to grade.

27. Overview Direct connection Social Studies TEKS identifier The wording is identical for this student expectation in grades K-3 Technology Applications TEKS student expectation with similar content.

28. Overview Curriculum Connections ★ The left column of the table lists the foundation area TEKS reference number. ★ The center column contains student expectations with explicit mention of technology. References within parentheses represent similar student expectations at other grade levels. ★ The right column lists corresponding Technology Applications TEKS by reference number. Curriculum connections list some connections between the Foundation area TEKS and the Technology Applications TEKS.

29. Overview Indirect connection Mathematics TEKS identifier The wording is identical for this student expectation in grades 6-8 Technology Applications TEKS student expectation with similar content.

30. Overview Posters Curriculum Connections Planning Tools ★ Divided by grade cluster (K-2, 3-5, 6-8). ★ Includes complete Technology Applications TEKS. ★ Includes sample direct connections with Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. ★ Includes one indirect connection for each strand.

31. Overview Quick Reference Sheets ★ Expand the brief notations listed on the Curriculum Connections Planning Tools. ★ Formatted in PDF format to allow printing. ★ Available for each grade level K-8.

32. Overview General Technology Application Topics ★ Design and Production of Technology Applications Projects ★ Hardware and Software ★ Reference Sources ★ Using the Internet in the Classroom ★ Other Key Resources

33. Overview General Technology Application Topics Design and Production ★ Charts ★ Clip Media ★ Color ★ Design

34. Overview General Technology Application Topics Hardware and Software ★ Acquiring Software ★ Choosing Software ★ Collaborative Software ★ Digital File Formats ★ File Management ★ Hardware ★ Operating Systems ★ Troubleshooting

35. Overview General Technology Application Topics Reference Sources ★ Citation Styles ★ Copyright ★ Glossaries and Encyclopedias ★ Online Technology Applications Magazines ★ References

36. Overview General Technology Application Topics Using Technology in the Classroom ★ MOOs and MUDs ★ Online Projects ★ Safety ★ Technology Integration ★ Virtual Visits ★ Web Page/Site Evaluation ★ Web Searching

37. Overview General Technology Application Topics Other Key Resources ★ Equity Issues ★ Netiquette ★ Keyboarding ★ Resources available from the Texas Government ★ Resources available from the Federal Government

38. Overview High School Technology Applications Courses ★ Sample course outlines ★ Sample instructional ideas ★ Reference materials

39. Overview High School Technology Applications Courses These resources were developed by Texas teachers who were willing to share. TA CED provides a means to share these valuable resources. We ask that you submit your ideas (lesson plans, course outlines, time fillers, reference materials or just a idea) so that all can benefit.

40. Overview Online Courses Online Technology Applications Courses for Students: ★ Listing of courses that students can use to fulfill the Technology Applications graduation requirement. ★ Provides cost, contact information.

41. Overview T-Star TA Series ★ Resources on this site supporting T-STAR series ★ Contact information for people featured in the programs T-STAR series on Promising Practices in Technology Applications

42. Overview T-STAR TA Series ★ Series consists of 9 half hour videos: ★ Each high school course ★ Each grade cluster ★ Series available on VHS and CD-ROM from TEA or your regional service center.

43. Overview of the Technology Applications Center for Educator Development With Dr. Keith Restine, Director

44. Overview Module Objectives ★ Show you the resources. ★ Explain navigation tools. ★ Solicit your input on the site.

45. Overview TA CED ★ The Technology Applications Center for Educator Development (TA CED) is one of many Centers for Educator Development, one for each area of TEKS. ★ The TA CED team is housed at the Texas Center for Educational Technology (TCET) at the University of North Texas (UNT). When you see this symbol, click anywhere on the slide and view the web page.

46. Overview TA CED News ★ Frequently updated with new resources. ★ Features important with existing resources. ★ Linked to resources.

47. Overview Feedback is Important ★ Critique the site with the survey. ★ Ask questions and offer comments by E-mail.

48. Overview Technology Applications at Texas Education Agency ★ Student standards ★ Educator standards ★ Informational brochures

49. Overview Major Categories Technology Applications TEKS Instructions Assessment Professional Development Program Development Clarifying Activities

50. Overview Navigation Bar Link to TA CED home page Links to the major categories Link to the Texas Center for Educational Technology

51. Overview Texas Center for Educational Technology

52. Overview Texas Education Agency

53. Overview Centers for Educator Development

54. Overview Texas Regional Education Service Centers

55. Overview News This window links to current stories. Past stories are available in the News Archive.

56. Overview How to Use This Site

57. Overview Feedback The Technology Applications web site is built on teacher feedback. We welcome your ideas and suggestions via this feedback form or through taced@unt.edu email.

58. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development Professional Development, Program Development and Clarifying Activities

59. Overview Professional Development ★ Professional Development Theory ★ Professional Development Models ★ Professional Development Issues and Strategies ★ Resources for Professional Development ★ Online Professional Development Courses ★ Professional Organizations ★ Tracking Teacher Development ★ Professional Development Management Systems ★ Teacher Portfolios ★ Workshop Resources ★ Technology Applications Presentations ★ Workshop Resources

60. Overview Online Professional Development Courses Courses are divided by the Technology Applications Standards for teachers required by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC).

61. Overview Teacher Portfolios ★ Compilation of things that a teacher has done. ★ Subjective document and may not be universally accepted. ★ Display of the teacher's talents and proficiencies. ★ Demonstration of a teacher's knowledge and skills.

62. Overview Workshop Resources Presentations are designed to mix-and-match.

63. Overview Workshop Resources

64. Overview Program Development ★ Technology planning – Tools and information. ★ Technology funding – General resources, tips, how to write a grant, creating a budget, finding grants, regulations and audits, evaluation, sample proposals, and resources from Texas.

65. Overview Clarifying Activities ★ Invitation to Identify Technology Applications “Best Practice” ★ Technology Applications EPIs ★ Finding PICT: Pages Indexed by the Concepts in the TEKS

66. Overview Best Practices ★ Includes nomination form for classrooms and campuses ★ Grading rubrics ★ Recognition at conferences

67. Overview EPI ★ Expectations – Standard as written ★ Profile – Separate parts of the standard ★ Indicators – Behavior indicative of fulfilling the standard

68. Overview EPI Behavior indicative of fulfilling the standard Standard separated Standard as written Standard number

69. Overview PICT Finding PICT Pages Indexed by Concepts in the TEKS ★ Organized by the five teacher standards/the four strands in the student standards ★ Links to pages within the site ★ Includes the standards the pages support and a description of the pages

70. Overview PICT pages Foundations/Teacher Standard IInformation Acquisition/Teacher Standard II Terminology Etiquette Legal and ethical use of technology, copyright and intellectual property Select and use software Compare types of hardware and networks Keyboarding techniques and standards File formats for conserving memory Strategies to locate electronic information Evaluate the usefulness and appropriateness of electronic information Compatibility issues Solving Problems/Teacher Standard IIICommunications/Teacher Standard IV Use of multimedia authoring programs Use desktop publishing techniques Use of a variety of graphic tools found in draw and paint applications Virtual environments; Electronic communities; Collaboration Select products for electronic evaluation tools; Collect data to gauge student progress Evaluate student projects Use of color, graphics, and page design Creating charts Design and create interdisciplinary multimedia presentations Teacher Standard V Plan applications-based technology lessons, instructional practices, and strategies Identify and address equity issues Use resources to keep current with technology education; Implement an individual plan for professional growth Conduct an ongoing self-assessment of strengths and weaknesses in Technology Applications

71. Technology Applications Center for Educator Development TEKS

72. Overview Technology Applications Essential Knowledge and Skills ★ Technology Applications is a required enrichment curriculum specified in the Texas Education Code. ★ TEKS are the center of the Technology Applications Curriculum. ★ TEKs outline the knowledge and skills required of every student by the statewide accountability system.

73. Overview TEKS Archive

74. Overview Category Banners

75. Overview Four Major Strands of the TA TEKS 1. Foundations Through the study of technology applications foundations, including technology-related terms, concepts, and data input strategies, students learn to make informed decisions about technologies and their applications.

76. Overview Four Major Strands of the TA TEKS 2. Information Acquisition The efficient acquisition of information includes the identification of task requirements; the plan for using search strategies; and the use of technology to access, analyze, and evaluate the acquired information.

77. Overview Four Major Strands of the TA TEKS 3. Solving Problems By using technology as a tool that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems, students will select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate the results.

78. Overview Four Major Strands of the TA TEKS 4. Communications Students communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences. A variety of technologies will be used. Students will analyze and evaluate the results.

79. Overview TA TEKS by Grade Level

80. Overview TA TEKS by Grade Level

81. Overview PreKindergarten guidelines The child: ★ starts, uses, and exits software programs ★ uses a variety of input devices, such as mouse, keyboard, voice/sound recorder, or touch screen ★ begins to use technical terminology, such as “mouse,” “keyboard,” “printer,” and “CD-ROM” ★ follows basic oral or pictorial cues for operating programs successfully ★ enjoys listening to and interacting with storybooks and information texts (e.g., multimedia encyclopedia) in electronic forms ★ uses a variety of software packages with audio, video, and graphics to enhance learning experiences (e.g., improving vocabulary, increasing phonological awareness).

82. Overview Educator Standards for All Beginning Educators I.All teachers use technology-related terms, concepts, data input strategies, and ethical practices to make informed decisions about current technologies and their applications. II. All teachers identify task requirements, apply search strategies, and use current technology to efficiently acquire, analyze, and evaluate a variety of electronic information. III. All teachers use task-appropriate tools to synthesize knowledge, create and modify solutions, and evaluate results in a way that supports the work of individuals and groups in problem-solving situations.

83. Overview Educator Standards for All Beginning Educators IV. All teachers communicate information in different formats and for diverse audiences. V. All teachers know how to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate instruction for all students that incorporates the effective use of current technology for teaching and integrating the Technology Applications Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) into the curriculum.

84. Overview Archive ★ Archive includes additional information on the same topic. ★ Most sections have an archive. ★ Archive sections are indicated by a different background.

85. Overview Site Map