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One more hour's work on this has produced the following. To be discussed at the tech meeting on Monday March 17th.
Beth and Jocelyn


 * Why we use technology in learning at CAC:**

At CAC we believe that technology is a powerful tool to enhance the development of 21st century skills and prepare students for their future. Purposefully integrated technology develops the skills of creativity and innovation, communication and collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving. Current technology enables students to access information when and where they need it and supports our mission for students of achieving their educational and personal potential. The entire CAC community shares the responsibility of using technology ethically, responsibly and appropriately.

• Every student, teacher and administrator should have equitable access to computers at school • Students should have ready access to a computer and internet at home • Parents and teachers should work together to guide students in the formal and informal uses of technology • Curriculum must be designed to take advantage of new technologies. • Teachers must be supported in acquiring new skills with which to integrate technology • Continuous research must be conducted and disseminated on best practices in information technology • Professional development must be provided and prioritised. • Technical support must be available and timely • Ethical and appropriate use of technology must be taught.
 * And so…**

Some editing ideas from Juleen (see the italicized underlined portions: (thanks Beth and Jocelyn for getting the ball rolling!) ===At CAC we believe technology //__should permeate all aspects of learning and assessment in order to prepare our students for life in the 21st Century.__//Technology enables students to access information and create content __//in a manner that is personally relevant and immediately useful; therefore, purposeful integration across the curriculum//__ will equip our students to more ably impact the world through innovation, collaboration, and problem solving skills.===

===__//Since//__ teachers must be supported in acquiring new skills with which to integrate technology technical support and professional development must be provided (__on an ongoing)__ and prioritised (//__basis__//).===

The whole CAC community shares the responsibility of using technology ethically, responsibly and appropriately.
this needs more but I have to get back to my grading :-0

I look at Mumbai's belief statements and I think: Can't we just use them? do we really need to rewrite our own? Maybe that is what our faculty meeting can do: have everybody write beliefs and then we can adopt the ones that are common to all of us. **Juleen**

===At CAC we believe that technology is a powerful tool to enhance the development of the basic twenty first century skills and prepare students for their future. Purposefully integrated technology can develop these skills of creativity and innovation, communication and collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving. Technology enables students to access information and create content in a meaningful way and curriculum delivery must be designed to take advantage of new technologies. Teachers must be supported in acquiring new skills with which to integrate technology and therefore technical support and professional development must be provided and prioritised. The whole CAC community shares the responsibility of using technology ethically, responsibly and appropriately.===

PLEASE GO TO THE ASB SITE (SEE CHERYL'S LINK BELOW) AND SEE WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT THEIR LIST OF BELIEFS- CAN WE USE THEM TOO??

**Welcome to our shared page. When you find philosophies and missions about technology please paste them here, with sources.**
I don't know how we will we hash out a statement without meeting during school time. Not sure how I can be away from my students right now either. Any ideas how we are going to do this before the 17th?
 * Juleen**

I too just returned from a conference where a futurist / theorist / library guru named Ross Todd talked about the significant change being wrought by Web 2.0. He sees school and library use of technology changing from primarily storage, access, and retrieval of content to the creation of new content. The content creation is tied to the cooperative and social networking possibilities of technology. So, looking at the Mumbai statement, content creation might fall under "dreams" - but might really be something different. Beth ___ I just returned from ASB in Mumbai and the 1:1 Learning Conference (ASB unplugged). We talked a lot about change and the need for a shared vision in regards to technology so I think we are right on track with thinking about coming up with a shared philosophy and vision. Here is the technology vision from Mumbai:

ASB Tech Vision and Belief Statements
//We envision a world at ASB where technology empowers students to pursue dreams, and where purposeful uses of integrated technology inspire students to develop critical thinking skills and support continuous inquiry. We envision a world at ASB where all members of the community understand and model respectful, responsible, and ethical uses of technology in academic, social, and personal contexts.// //Our vision supports meaningful learning for all students, outlines the educational goals for placing technology in the hands of students and staff, and supports the mission of our school.//

This is then followed by belief statements...see link below: http://www.asbindia.info:8081/drupal/ASB_Un-plugged/?q=node/9

Cheryl

I'm not sure if I should be writing here or adding a discussion point from the other tab. I'm more familiar with pbwiki... any way, I really like the "Why Techology" blurb. It's concise and visionary. I also think the district 203 link, while lengthy, gives a picture of technology for all stakeholders at CAC. This alone could provide the basis for an interesting discussion across all levels of the community. Also, if parents, secretaries etc. see that other institutions are already on this path, it might provide some motivation to get on board as well.
 * Juleen**

I've been looking at a variety of web sites for "visions" and "rationales." Most sites seem to be linking technology and 21st century skills and saying something like the st'm below which is from the Chittenden South Supervisory Union in Vermont. "Part I. Executive Summary - Vision for Technology All members of the CSSU community will develop the Information and Communication Technology Literacy necessary to be contributing members of a changing society. 21st Century Learning Skills will be an integral part of transforming our thinking and practice."

Here's a link to 21st Century Skills http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/
 * Beth**


 * Juleen** sent these two links

http://ellis.melton.com/Curriculum/TechBeliefs.htm or http://www.kodiak.k12.ak.us/tec/tpvisbel.html

This site http://www.sun-associates.com/resources/visions.html includes statements like this:

//Why Technology?// In the 21st century, understanding and using technology will be an integral part of virtually every aspect of daily life. It is the school system's responsibility to prepare students for this future. The classroom is the primary place where this preparation will occur; therefore, every classroom must be equipped with diverse technologies to support teaching and learning. Every teacher must be knowledgeable and skilled in the use of these technologies in daily instruction. When integrated into instruction, technology will support new strategies for teaching and learning by: The use of technology in instruction changes the structure of the classroom. No longer will the teacher rely solely on the traditional lecture/seat work method of instruction. In a technology-rich, learner-centered classroom, the teacher serves as a facilitator of instruction, mentor, and coach. Technology will provide a record of the student's academic history and ways to manage learning progress and activities. Teachers have the data and information needed to individualize instruction and assessment as well as make other important instructional management decisions. Through technology, teachers and students will access a wealth of materials, services, and networks throughout the state, nation, and world. Technology does not replace the teacher, but rather supports and enhances the educational process.
 * addressing diverse learning styles,
 * accommodating individual learning rates,
 * encouraging cooperative learning,
 * helping students accept responsibility for their learning,
 * providing the means to communicate globally, and
 * improving academic achievement in all areas.

//Take a look at the other examples on the site.// //**Jocelyn**//

I like the way this school provides a vision and then some concrete examples of what that would look like: http://www.district203.org/academics/it/vision02.htm //**Jocelyn**//

There are some short but interesting interviews here at the Arizona Learning Interchange about the importance of developing a clear vision and plan: http://ali.apple.com/ali_sites/azli/exhibits/1000302/Reflections.html


 * //Jocelyn//**

From Cherry Creek, Colorado:

VISION **FOR** TECHNOLOGY **INTEGRATION**The Cherry Creek **School** District **technology** **vision** provides the students, staff,administrators, parents, and community members of the Cherry Creek learningcommunity with a philosophy to guide and advance instructional practices. Strongleadership and a commitment of resources are integral to the success of this **vision**.Effective use of **technology** integration for all members of the Cherry Creek learningcommunity calls for the following actions:• utilizing **technology** as an integrated tool to meet high standards of academicachievement.• engaging students and teachers in critical thinking, communication, andcollaboration.• creating a **technology**-richenvironment that is collaborativeand supports creativity,innovation, and risk taking toenhance teaching, learning, andstudent achievement.• providing access to the mostcurrent **technology** resources.• possessing the knowledge andability to choose and applyappropriate technologies.• sharing the responsibility for the safe and ethical use of **tech**VISION **FOR** TECHNOLOGY **INTEGRATION**The Cherry Creek **School** District **technology** **vision** provides the students, staff,administrators, parents, and community members of the Cherry Creek learningcommunity with a philosophy to guide and advance instructional practices. Strongleadership and a commitment of resources are integral to the success of this **vision**.Effective use of **technology** integration for all members of the Cherry Creek learningcommunity calls for the following actions:• utilizing **technology** as an integrated tool to meet high standards of academicachievement.• engaging students and teachers in critical thinking, communication, andcollaboration.• creating a **technology**-richenvironment that is collaborativeand supports creativity,innovation, and risk taking toenhance teaching, learning, andstudent achievement.• providing access to the mostcurrent **technology** resources.• possessing the knowledge andability to choose and applyappropriate technologies.• sharing the responsibility for the safe and ethical use of **technology**