EDLD5370+Reflections+of+Technology+Facilitator+Standard+VII



(TF-VII) Educational technology facilitators promote the development and implementation of technology infrastructure, procedures, policies, plans, and budgets for PK-12 schools. (TF-VII.A) Use the school technology facilities and resources to implement classroom instruction. (TF-VII.A.1) Use plans to configure software/computer/technology systems and related peripherals in laboratory, classroom cluster, and other appropriate instructional arrangements. (TF-VII.A.2) Use local mass storage devices and media to store and retrieve information and resources. (TF-VII.A.3) Discuss issues related to selecting, installing, and maintaining wide area networks (WAN) for school districts. (TF-VII.A.4) Model integration of software used in classroom and administrative settings including productivity tools, information access/telecommunication tools, multimedia/hypermedia tools, school management tools, evaluation/portfolio tools, and computer-based instruction. (TF-VII.A.5) Utilize methods of installation, maintenance, inventory, and management of software libraries. (TF-VII.A.6) Use and apply strategies for troubleshooting and maintaining various hardware/software configurations found in school settings. (TF-VII.A.7) Use network software packages to operate a computer network system. (TF-VII.A.8) Work with technology support personnel to maximize the use of technology resources by administrators, teachers, and students to improve student learning. (TF-VII.B) Follow procedures and guidelines used in planning and purchasing technology resources. (TF-VII.B.1) Identify instructional software to support and enhance the school curriculum and develop recommendations for purchase. (TF-VII.B.2) Discuss and apply guidelines for budget planning and management procedures related to educational computing and technology facilities and resources. (TF-VII.B.3) Discuss and apply procedures related to troubleshooting and preventive maintenance of technology infrastructure. (TF-VII.B.4) Apply current information involving facilities planning issues and computer-related technologies. (TF-VII.B.5) Suggest policies and procedures concerning staging, scheduling, and security for managing computers/technology in a variety of school/laboratory/classroom settings. (TF-VII.B.6) Use distance and online learning facilities. (TF-VII.B.7) Describe and identify recommended specifications for purchasing technology systems in school settings. (TF-VII.C) Participate in professional development opportunities related to management of school facilities, technology resources, and purchases. (TF-VII. C.1) Support technology professional development at the building/school level utilizing adult learning theory. ||
 * **// Standard VII. Procedures, Policies, Planning, and Budgeting for Technology Environments (textbook page 165-166) //**
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Standard //**
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Indicator //**
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Tasks //** 54
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Indicator //**
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Tasks //**
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Indicator //** 55
 * // Technology Facilitation Performance Tasks //**

(Maximum 25 points) || This proved to be one of the most difficult technology standards for me due to the fact that as a teacher, I do not feel as though I have much, if any, say in the areas of procedures, planning, or budgeting of technology related items. I have had some input in the policies when teachers and students are directly affected. “Schools need to anticipate the many ways in which students might use or misuse the school’s Internet system” (Bissonette, 2009, p. 25). What I did learn about was the eRate funding and how districts are required to maintain the web filtering in order to comply with state and federal regulations. I had really assumed someone in the district just decided to purchase a filtering system to keep students from inappropriate sites. This new information was very helpful in explaining to students why our district has the filtering in place.
 * **__Self–Assessment __**
 * Critically reflect (see note above; not just recitation of facts) upon the knowledge you gained from the assignment. (3 Points)
 * Critically reflect upon the relationship between any new information you gained from the assignment with old information you previously held to be true**.** (2 Points)
 * How did the relationship between the old and new information you learned affect your personal experience with the assignment? (2 Points)
 * __Learn as a Learner __**
 * Critically reflect upon your approach and strategies used in completing the assignment. (3 Points)
 * Critically reflect upon how you learn as a learner and how you assess your own performance in completing the assignment(s). (2 Points)
 * How did your learning and interaction with colleagues (such as discussion forum, web conferences, wiki and blog participation, etc.) affect the results of your performance?(2 Points)
 * __Lifelong Learning Skills __**
 * Critically reflect upon what you gained about learning and how you learn that will impact your future learning. (3 Points)
 * How will your past interactions and collaborations with colleagues impact your future learning experiences? (2 Points)
 * As a lifelong learner, what questions or issues challenge you and are worthy of future research or investigation? (2 Points)
 * __Additional Criteria __**
 * Content posted to e-Portfolio wiki/blog/Google site (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Mechanics (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">APA Format (1 Point)
 * <span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif';">Minimum of 3 References (1 Point)

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">In order to learn more about this standard, I actually had to go over to our district office and have the technology secretary print a copy of our latest technology report. The online version was outdated as it was for the year 2004. This was not something that I was very happy about since the technology department should be leaps and bounds ahead of other areas of in our district and yet they are the ones whose information was outdated. I was actually really upset but everyone I talked with explained that we are moving to another web host so they were just waiting to upload newer files once the new site is rolled out. We do have a wiki that is dedicated to technology and I am posting my suggestions on their in hopes that others will also join in and comment on what needs we have in the district.

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">I have already started becoming more proactive in terms of being involved in the planning of future purchases. I have learned that sitting back and complaining will fix nothing so try and find out how you can help the situation. “There must be forethought and careful planning in order to make this a meaningful experience for the educator and the student” (Arsham, 2002 p. 6).We are scheduled to propose a bond that includes a great deal of technology and you can bet your bottom dollar that I will find a way to be involved. <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','serif'; font-size: 12px;">“Spending massive amounts of <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">money <span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','serif'; font-size: 12px;"> on technology isn't a solution to getting teachers to integrate technology” (Solomon and Schrum, 2007, p. 100). <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 12px;">It sickens me to look at how much money was wasted on new color ink jet printers that our technology department purchased a few years ago but due to the lack of budgeted funds no one can afford to purchase the ink. I am working closely with my principal to ensure that doesn’t happen again.

<span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Arsham, H. (2002, March). “Impact of the Internet on Learning and Teaching”. //USDLA-United States Distance Learning Association// 16 (3), 6. <span style="font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif';">Bissonette, A. (2009). //Cyber law: Maximizing safety and minimizing risks in the classroom//. Corwin: Thouand Oaks, CA.

<span style="font-family: 'Palatino Linotype','serif'; font-size: 12px;">Solomon, G., Schrum, L., (2007). //Web 2.0 new tools, new schools//.Eugene, Oregon: International Society for Technology in Education. ||