The National Educational Technology Plan was released by the U.S.
The plan provides models to depict what learning should look like. It emphasizes that students should be learning inside and outside of the confines of the classroom, and that technology should be used to provide students with learning experiences that reflect the reality of their daily lives. The technology empowers students to take control of their own learning, while educators are to provide activities that meet individual goals, needs, and interests using technology tools.
The plan states that educators are to practice connected teaching. Connected teaching is 24/7 access to information regarding student learning. Educators are connected to their students, to professional resources, and to analytical tools that provide insight into student learning. As students engage in self-directed learning, educators are to become the facilitators and collaborators for their learning. Educators are expected to participate in professional social networks that support their own learning as they strive to improve technological knowledge and expertise. Educators should be given opportunities to take online courses and to collaboratively design and develop resources with other educators.
Economic funding is probably the greatest hindrance to this plan. The infrastructure of the school district will have to ensure 24/7 access for all of its students in order for the connected teaching goal to become possible. Our school buildings will need to be remodeled and updated to provide students with the latest advancements in technology equipment. School districts will need to provide educators with extensive professional development that ensures students are being provided with individualized and differentiated instruction.
Jeanette King
EDLD 5306 ET 8038
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