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National Technology Standards for Teachers

1.   Technology operations and concepts

  •  Teachers demonstrate introductory knowledge, skills, and understanding of concepts related to technology (as described in the ISTE National Education Technology Standards for Students
  •  Teachers demonstrate continual growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of current and emerging technologies.

 

2.   Planning and designing learning environments and    experiences

  •  Teachers design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners.
  •  Teachers apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences.
  •  Teachers identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability.
  •  Teachers plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.
  •  Teachers plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

 

3.   Teaching, learning, and the curriculum

  •  Teachers facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards.
  •  Teachers use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of students.
  •  Teachers apply technology to develop students' higher order skills and creativity.
  •  Teachers manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment.

 

4.   Assessment and evaluation

  •  Teachers apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter using a variety of assessment techniques.
  •  Teachers use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.
  •  Teachers apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students' appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity.

 

5.   Productivity and professional practice

  •  Teachers use technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
  •  Teachers continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning.
  •  Teachers apply technology to increase productivity.
  •  Teachers use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning.

 

6.   Social, ethical, legal and human issues

  •  Teachers model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use.
  •  Teachers apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities.
  •  Teachers identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity
  •  Teachers promote safe and healthy use of technology resources.
  •  Teachers facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students.

 

 

National Technology Standards for Students

 1.   Basic operations and concepts

  • Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.
  • Students are proficient in the use of technology.

 

2.   Social, ethical, and human issues

  • Students understand the ethical, cultural, and societal issues related to technology.
  • Students practice responsible use of technology systems, information, and software.
  • Students develop positive attitudes toward technology uses that support lifelong learning, collaboration, personal pursuits, and productivity.

 

3.   Technology productivity tools

  • Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity, and promote creativity.
  • Students use productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models, prepare publications, and produce other creative works.

 

4.   Technology communications tools

  • Students use telecommunications to collaborate, publish, and interact with peers, experts, and other audiences.
  • Students use a variety of media and formats to communicate information and ideas effectively to multiple audiences.

 

5.   Technology research tools

  • Students use technology to locate, evaluate, and collect information from a variety of sources.
  • Students use technology tools to process data and report results.
  • Students evaluate and select new information resources and technological innovations based on the appropriateness for specific tasks.

 

6.   Technology problem-solving and decision-making tools

  • Students use technology resources for solving problems and making informed decisions.
  • Students employ technology in the development of strategies for solving problems in the real world.
 

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