Plan for technology
- 1. Plan for Technology: Responsibilities: Cabinet • Provide District directions and strategies • Estimate and commit District technology funds from all sources • Approve the allocation of technology funds for sites and District projects • Approve Technology Planning Guidelines (planning parameters) for campuses and departments, including technology standards • Review Campus Improvement Plans annually The Technology Services Division has the responsibility to brief Cabinet on the overall results of the technology planning process. Care is given to emphasize the significance of the plans and the planned support resources so that involved managers can make adjustments to their projects. Affinity Groups • Provide a forum for site representatives to present site issues for clarification during the planning process • Critique and share site technology plans for horizontal and vertical bridging • Propose initiatives and grants • Submit recommendations for instructional planning goals and considerations to the Technology
- 2. Services Division and Cabinet Site/Department Managers (Budget managers including principals and directors) • Plan the use of technology for area of responsibility consistent with site improvement plans • Prepare the annual technology goals and objectives consistent with the planning guidance and vision • Work with Technology Services Division, the Technology Acquisition/Change Committee, and others as required, to develop cost effective product options and implement projects for the desired use of technology • Define and communicate site requirements for District support resources Site Technology Committee • Review and apply District planning parameters • Develop technology goals and objectives • Consider funding sources available • Identify support requirements, training needs, and timeline for implementation Campus Instructional Technologist (IT) • Will serve as a member of site technology committee • Provides technology leadership and support at the site Assessment Methods: • Interpretation of the STaR Chart Summary • Evaluation of technology integration methods • Ancillary (computer lab) work samples and grades Professional Development Opportunities: • Technology applications in data analysis for teachers • Proven methods of successful technology integration strategies • Technology applications in data analysis for campus/district administrators