TECHNOLOGY PLANNING WRITING SESSION #2 December 2010 Cyndie Mutka McCarley

Agenda Working Day –  Section I: Data and Analysis - Continued  Section II: Action Plan  Part A: Goal  Part B: Curriculum and Instruction  Part C: Professional Development  Part D: Parent/Community  Part E. Technology Deployment  Part F: Monitoring Process

TIP Timeline  Writing Session #2–Dec. 8 (Edwards); Dec. 14 (Macomb); or Dec. 15 (Springfield)  Writing Session #3 – Jan. 13 (Macomb); Jan. 18 (Springfield); Jan. 21 (Edwards)  Area 3 LTC Voluntary Pre-Review -- January- February, 2011  Submit TIP Plans to ISBE – February28, 2011  ISBE Approval by June 30, 2011

Area 3 Tech Plan Wiki 

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 1 - Attributes and Challenges of the District and Community that have affected student learning Summary/Analysis  Addresses current student instructional technology use  Addresses community demographics Conclusion  must relate to the integration of technology as it relates to student use in the curriculum and/or during instruction.

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 1 - Attributes and Challenges of the District and Community that have affected student learning  Description – Provide a description of the data collected during the development of the Action Plan.  Zoomerang Teacher and Parent Surveys, October 2010  Technology Inventory, September 2010  Community Demographics, City-Data  See Sample District pg. 22

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 1 Attributes and Challenges  Summarize the Data - Summary of data as well as analysis of data.  TIP: Label sections – XX Survey Summary; XX Survey Analysis Retell the data – then make sense of it.  Follow same pattern of questioning as before –do you see any patterns emerging? (Analysis)  Key Factors – reasons why the data is what it is (obstacles, barriers, or triumphs)  Conclusions – needs statements regarding the integration of technology as it relates to student use in the curriculum and/or during instruction  See Sample District pg

Sample Other Data Teacher Survey Summary – (partial summary)  78% of teachers rated drill/practice as one of the top learning practices using technology in their classroom.  80% of all teachers surveyed made no significant changes to their classroom practices as a result of technology.  78% of teachers indicated they seldom or never encourage students to use technology to construct and produce knowledge beyond the material from teachers and textbooks.  15% of teachers have students use technology to create alternative research papers or demonstrate their achievement in alternate ways.

Sample Other Data Teacher Survey Analysis (or collectively provide an analysis)  Students have opportunities to use technology for drill and practice, however there appears to be a limited number of activities that stretch students beyond knowledge and comprehension. (see questions 20, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28)

Sample Other Data Key Factors (For my example, this would not be the only thing here! I focused on the teacher survey.)  Teachers are not mandated to integrate technology into the curriculum.  Limited computer time prevents students from utilizing the technology for more complex tasks.

Sample Other Data Conclusion  The district needs to continue emphasizing technology integration into the curriculum to ensure students are involved in higher ‐ level problem ‐ solving and technology skill development in order to support all state and federal standards.

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 2 Educator Qualifications and Professional Growth and Development Data Summary/Analysis  Addresses current professional development related to the use of technology  May address educator qualifications and/or professional growth but not required Conclusion  Needs to focus on professional development as it relates to technology use Sample District pg. 25

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 2 Educator Qualifications and Professional Growth and Development Data  Description – Tools  Zoomerang Teacher Survey-Fall 2010  Local PD Analysis, Fall trainings offered to teachers over last three years  Summarize the Data – Summary of data as well as analysis of data.  Key Factors – why is the data the way it is?  Conclusion – 1-2 sentences -- n eeds statements focused on professional development as it relates to technology use.

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 3 Parent/Community Involvement Data Summary/Analysis  Addresses parental/community involvement  Addresses parental/community communication Conclusion  draw conclusions! Focus the conclusion statement on parent and community involvement. Sample District pg. 27

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part C Other Data – Item 3 Parent/Community Involvement Data  Description – Tools – seeking information regarding parent/community involvement (suggest -- adult literacy providers, public library services, and district emergency crisis planning)  Summarize the Data – Summary of data as well as analysis of data.  Key Factors  Conclusions – 1-2 sentences -- n eeds statements focused on parent and community involvement.

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part D Technology Deployment Data Summary/Analysis  Addresses hardware, software and telecommunication equipment and services. Conclusion  1-2 statements focused on technology systems/equipment, support, tools, and/or access

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part D Technology Deployment Data  Description – Tools – Technology Inventory!!!  Hardware and Software  Telecommunications equipment (E-rate services)  Suggestions -- district interoperability, infrastructure, internet access, and technical support  Summarize the Data – Summary of data as well as analysis of data.  Key Factors  Conclusions – draw conclusions! Focus on technology systems/equipment support, tools, and/or access.

Technology Integration Plan Section I – Data Analysis Part E Meta Analysis: SMART Goal(s) The SMART goal can be the DIP goal, SIP goal, and/or based on conclusions from the Report Card and local assessment data. The SMART goal has an achievement focus. The strategies and activities of the Action Plan have a technology focus. The goal(s) should cover the three years of the TIP. SMART – specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and tangible (or timely)

Sample Goals  While our current achievement in reading for fifth grade shows 62% of our students in the meets/exceeds categories on the ISAT, the fifth grade will utilize technology resources and will improve to at least 92.5% in 2012 and 2013 and 100% in 2014 on the ISAT or make Safe Harbor.  While our current achievement in reading for the low-income subgroup is 50% meeting/exceeding for ISAT, this subgroup will make AYP of at least 92.5% in 2012 and 2013 and 100% in 2014 or make Safe Harbor with the support of technology.

Sample 2  All students will move from 85% in reading and 79% in math to 92.5% in 2012, 92.5% in 2013 and 100% in 2014, or make Safe Harbor, as measured by ISATs and PSAEs with the support of technology.  The Students with Disabilities subgroup will move from 62.3% in reading and 49.5% in math to 92.5% in 2012, 92.5% in 2013 and 100% in 2014, or make Safe Harbor, as measured by ISATs and PSAEs with the support of technology.

Action Plan - Goal  Transfer the goal from Section I, Part E.  The goal will be the foundation for strategies and activities for 4 key areas:  Curriculum and Instruction  Professional Development  Parent/Community Involvement  Technology Deployment  Timeline – 3 years ( )  Budget – Be sure to include E-rate where applicable

Strategies and Activities Defined  Strategies - general, broad statements that set a course of action and have a technology focus  Maximum 3 strategies per phase  Activities - support strategies and include specific step-by-step actions, start and end date, and budget.

Action Plan: Curriculum and Instruction Section 2: Part B –  Use conclusions from District Report Card Data, Attributes and Challenges Data, and Local Assessment Data to develop strategies. Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address the integration of technology into curriculum and instruction. Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address an increase in student accessibility.

Action Plan: Curriculum and Instruction Section 2: Part B – Sample Strategies  Students will use scientific, research-based instructional interventions and appropriate technology to increase student achievement in reading and math.  Students will continue to participate in technology-rich activities.  Students will continue to enhance their ability to use technology to construct, design, and develop products which demonstrate an increased understanding of reading concepts/skills.

Action Plan: Curriculum and Instruction Section 2: Part B – Sample Activities  **Students in grades 3-12 will participate in internet safety instruction. Costs included in teachers' salary.  Students in grades K-8, will be assessed three times each year using AIMSweb screening test. Costs included in teachers salary.  All students will have access to and will participate in technology-rich activities that include student response systems, interactive Mimoes, and graphing calculators etc.  Students will continue to use multi media software and application programs to enhance ideas in relation to reading concepts and skills.

Action Plan: Curriculum and Instruction Section 2: Part B – Sample Timeline/Budget  Start Date – no earlier than July 1, 2011 (each phase must fall within the year – July 1, 2011 – June 30, 2012)  Budget – Be sure to use $0 for items that have no cost (and indicate if possible in the strategy)  List any title funds used.

Action Plan: Professional Development Section 2 Part C  Use conclusions from Educator Qualifications and Professional Growth Data.  Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address professional development focused on the integration of technology into the curriculum and instruction. Sample district pg 56

Action Plan: Professional Development Section 2 Part C: Sample Strategies  The district will implement a professional development program focusing on effective instructional practices utilizing technology to support student learning.  The district will provide professional development that assists teachers in increasing their professional technology proficiencies.  Teachers will receive training in various formats, including new anywhere ‐ anytime online training modules, to implement new technology in order to strengthen reading and math skills.

Action Plan: Professional Development Section 2 Part C: Sample Activities  Evaluate and provide professional development activities focusing on ways to increase student achievement using technology.  New teachers and support staff will be trained in the use and development of new and innovative technologies.  Administrators will continue to evaluate the effectiveness of technology in the classroom.  Teachers will receive new and/or refresher training on the districts Technology Scope & Sequence Plan.  Teachers will participate in annual internet safety training and modify the curriculum as needed.

Action Plan: Professional Development Section 2: Part C – Sample Timeline/Budget  Start Date – no earlier than July 1, 2011  Budget – Be sure to use $0 for items that have no cost (and indicate if possible in the strategy)  List any title funds used.

Action Plan: Parental/Community Involvement Section 2 Part D  Use conclusions from Parent Community Involvement Data  Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address the promotion of parental and community involvement.  Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address an increase in communications with parents, including a description of how parents will be informed of the technology use. Sample district pg 57

Action Plan: Parental/Community Involvement Section 2 Part D: Sample Strategies  Continue to provide current parents and new parents technological access to support teaching and learning at home.  The District will use innovative informational technology and telecommunications services to communicate, collaborate and support parents and the community members to address learning needs and maintain a safe learning environment for all.  Engage the support of the parents and community members for new and continued technology uses that will improve students' reading and math skills.

Action Plan: Parental/Community Involvement Section 2 Part D: Sample Activities  The District will provide up ‐ to ‐ date web sites to communicate important information about academic resources with the students, staff and community. Costs for web site maintenance, software, and telecommunications included in tech deployment section. This includes presenter costs, meeting costs and misc materials' costs.  Incorporate internet safety information into parent technology training.  Continue to provide parents online resources to supplement and enhance at home learning.  **Consider – rationale for , online grade books, etc…

Action Plan: Parental/Community Involvement Section 2: Part D – Sample Timeline/Budget  Start Date – no earlier than July 1, 2011  Budget – Be sure to use $0 for items that have no cost (and indicate if possible in the strategy)  List any title funds used.

Action Plan: Technology Deployment Section 2 Part E:  Use conclusions from Technology Deployment data and District Inventory.  Strategy(ies) and activities for each phase (3 years) that address the acquisition, utilization, and/or reliable access of technology and telecommunication.  NOTE: Make sure activities includes services requested in the E-rate application! Sample district pg 58

Action Plan: Technology Deployment Section 2 Part E: Sample Strategies  Continue to maintain telecommunication services and update computers throughout the district as the demand for network resources increases.  Develop, implement, and maintain plans that ensure adequate technology resources in classrooms to meet the technology enhanced curriculum needs.  District will purchase and maintain necessary innovative technologies, software, telecommunications services need to support instruction, safety, and communication for all stakeholders.

Action Plan: Technology Deployment Section 2 Part E: Sample Activities  Purchase additional hardware and peripherals for student and teacher use to increase access/opportunities to support academic achievement and enhanced technology literacy.  Maintain telecommunication services (local / long district phone services, cellular service, etc) to support learning and day-to-day school operations.  Maintain a T-1 line for Internet access to classrooms, labs, and offices to support learning and day-to-day school operations.  Maintain technical support to effectively support technology resources (hardware, software, network, telecommunication)

Action Plan: Technology Deployment Section 2: Part D – Sample Timeline/Budget  Start Date – no earlier than July 1, 2011  Budget – Be sure to use $0 for items that have no cost (and indicate if possible in the strategy)  List any E-rate or title funds used.  USAC projection will be somewhere between 20% and 90% of the total projection – choose Reimbursement or Discount

Action Plan: Monitoring Process  Monitoring Description This should include a description of how district personnel will monitor the effectiveness of strategies and activities toward the achievement of the goals. The description should address:  Integrating technology into curriculum and instruction  Increasing the ability of teachers to teach  Enabling students to reach challenging state academic standards  Establishing an on-going, measurable process for monitoring the effectiveness of strategies and activities toward the achievement of the goal(s)

Action Plan: Monitoring Process Monitoring Description – Sample District administration and instructional technology committee will continue reviewing, analyzing, and planning for the effective use of technology in our classrooms. The district will strive to make adjustments to this plan as necessary to compensate for those and any other factors that might affect the efficiency of the use of technology and telecommunications equipment and services for instruction and learning.

Action Plan: Monitoring Process  Monitoring Tools – Instrument for gathering data – Surveys, Sign-In Sheets, etc.  Progress Indicators – what’s your measure for improvement—how will you know? (Increase in…)  Evaluation Frequency – how often?  Person(s) Responsible – title of person (can use name if you want)

For next time…  Finish Action Plan section of the TIP; and  Finalize online plan.  Make plans for final steps needed before submission for peer review.  Items to Bring – Team, laptop, binder, questions

Questions?  Cyndie McCarley