EDTC 5325

For this course, the assignment was to create a slideshow introducing myself as a recently hired Educational Technology Coordinator. The objective was to thoroughly inform everyone who I will be working with what they can expect from me and about my job title. From research and readings from our book, I formulated a slideshow with content that I felt would be important for viewers. I was excited to complete this assignment because I wanted to get an in-depth understanding of all that an Educational Technology Coordinator does.

It was challenging for me to set boundaries on what should be expected for me as an Educational Technology Coordinator because that job description could vary in other places. As an Educational Technology Coordinator, I believe an introductory slideshow would be beneficial for everyone involved. This is because if that information is shared promptly, it can open an avenue for smooth communication. It can also set expectations and standards to and from the EdTech coordinator. Also, from peer standpoint come, it can get your coworkers some insight on your personality.

ISTE Standards for Educators

1. Learner

Educators continually improve their practice by learning from and with others and exploring proven and promising practices that leverage technology to improve student learning. Educators:

1a Set professional learning goals to explore and apply pedagogical approaches made possible by technology and reflect on their effectiveness.

1b Pursue professional interests by creating and actively participating in local and global learning networks.

1c Stay current with research that supports improved student learning outcomes, including findings from the learning sciences.

2. Leader

Educators seek out opportunities for leadership to support student empowerment and success and to improve teaching and learning. Educators:

2a Shape, advance and accelerate a shared vision for empowered learning with technologyby engaging with education stakeholders.

2b Advocate for equitable access to educational technology, digital content and learning opportunities to meet the diverse needs of all students.

2c Model for colleagues the identification, exploration, evaluation, curation and adoption of new digital resources and tools for learning.

4. Collaborator

Educators dedicate time to collaborate with both colleagues and students to improve practice, discover and share resources and ideas, and solve problems. Educators:

4a Dedicate planning time to collaborate with colleagues to create authentic learning experiences that leverage technology.

4b Collaborate and co-learn with students to discover and use new digital resources and diagnose and troubleshoot technology issues.

4c Use collaborative tools to expand students' authentic, real-world learning experiences by engaging virtually with experts, teams and students, locally and globally.

4d Demonstrate cultural competency when communicating with students, parents and colleagues and interact with them as co-collaborators in student learning.