Technology Leadership

To take on more of a leadership role with regards to technology at my school, I plan to...

-stay in touch with peers I have met in this AQ course that are keen technology users so we can continue to support each other and to share ideas (which I can then share with colleagues at my school)

-be a regular follower of our school board's technology blog so that I can pass along the latest ideas and technology opportunities that are available to us at the school

-act as a leader in integration of technology in the classroom by leading staff workshops on a variety of software programs that staff express a need to learn more about (with a focus on usable lesson ideas)

-make myself available to fellow staff members who need support with technology use in the classroom (not just at the time a new type of software is introduced, but months after when they may need a refresher)

Things I've Learned...

...in this AQ course:

1.  It is essential for me to include technology integration in my long range and unit plans.  This will also make me more accountable for ensuring my identified students have regular access to assistive technology. 

2.  Assistive technology used for identified students can support the learning for ALL students in my classroom.

3.  There is a wealth of knowledge about software and technology in my school.  As a staff, however, we need to better plan and organize how to more effectively share this knowledge/experience. 

My Philosophy

Communication in today's society is arguably dominated by technology.  To develop an education program without the integration of technology is simply not effective in preparing students for real life.  Learning in the classroom should be meaningful; technology helps make it so!