Designing the Learning Experience

The Technology Design Team supports the intentional design and use of technology in service of personalized learning experiences that promote equity, accessibility and student growth.

Technology Design Specialists work with teachers to:

• design technology rich learning experiences for students;

• co-teach, observe, or support the launch of the design;

• examine student experience by analyzing data, student work, and student engagement;

• debrief learning experiences, reflect, and iterate ideas; and

• share their learning with colleagues across the district and beyond.

Philosophy and Support

Technology itself does not transform the learning; a transformative use of technology begins with transformative teaching practices. Technology becomes part of the teaching ecosystem, not an extra layer added to it.  A transformative use of technology means more than simply using technology for technology's sake, more than just passive content consumption or practicing skills on educational apps.  The transformative use of technology will help bring the Austin ISD theory of change to life.