Technology Leadership Academy Model
Objective:
Transform teaching and learning at Carlinville CUSD#1 through dynamic professional development and strategic technology integration, sparking educators' passion and fostering heightened student engagement.
Goals:
Enhance Technology Integration Skills:
Equip teachers with advanced skills in integrating technology effectively into instructional practices across diverse subject areas.
Foster Innovation in Teaching Methods:
Encourage teachers to explore and adopt innovative teaching methods enhanced by technology, promoting creativity and engagement in the classroom.
Promote Digital Citizenship and Safety:
Educate teachers on promoting responsible digital citizenship among students and ensuring safe and ethical use of technology tools and platforms.
Develop Leadership in Educational Technology:
Cultivate leadership capabilities among teachers to serve as technology mentors and advocates within their schools and districts.
Collaborate and Share Best Practices:
Facilitate opportunities for teachers to collaborate, share best practices, and co-create technology-enhanced learning experiences.
Evaluate and Implement Emerging Technologies:
Enable teachers to evaluate and effectively implement emerging technologies that align with curriculum objectives and enhance student learning outcomes.
Support Personalized Learning and Differentiation:
Empower teachers with strategies and tools to personalize learning experiences and differentiate instruction using technology to meet the diverse needs of students.
Assess Impact and Continuous Improvement:
Enable teachers to assess the impact of technology integration on student learning and continuously improve instructional practices based on data and feedback.
Engage in Professional Growth and Reflection:
Encourage teachers to engage in ongoing professional growth, reflection, and self-directed learning to stay current with advancements in educational technology.