Texas STaR Chart presentation
- 1. Texas School Technology and Readiness Chart Presented by: Vanessa Rivera
- 2. Introduction NCLB Texas STaR Chart Four Key Areas State STaR Chart Campus STaR Chart Teacher STaR Chart Conclusion References
- 3. Background Information No Child Left Behind, Title II, Part D “ All teachers should be technology literate and integrate technology across the curriculum.” “ All students must be technology literate by the end of eight grade.” Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006 - 2010
- 4. Texas School Technology and Readiness Chart The STaR Chart is a tool designed for: Technology planning Budgeting for resources Evaluation of technology progress The STaR chart has four key components that support the Texas Technology Applications Skills. For more information visit: http://starchart.esc12.net/
- 5. Teaching and Learning The teaching and learning key area’s goal is to move towards a “student-centered collaborative model” that will provide our young scholars with the tools they need to succeed in a technology era. Campus STaR Chart
- 6. Educator Preparation & Development Providing teacher with effective on-going professional developments is essential to move from traditional schooling to 21 st century education. Teacher preparation programs are required to integrate technology into their curriculum requirements and certification standards. Professional Development Teacher Preparation programs Campus STaR Chart
- 7. Leadership, Administration, & Instructional Support “Providing essential leadership and instructional support is critical” (star chart 2006). Campus STaR Chart
- 8. Infrastructure for Technology Components Technical support Internet access Demand for computers in classrooms Local area networks According to the Texas campus star chart manual, “the infrastructure of a school is the critical element of support for all four areas of technology.” Campus STaR Chart
- 9. Texas STaR Chart 2007 - 2008 Texas STaR Chart
- 10. Hudsonville STaR Chart 2008 - 2009 Target Tech Developing Tech Advanced Tech Developing Tech Developing Tech
- 11. Teacher STaR Chart Since 2006 – 2007 school year, all Texas teachers are required to complete the online version Teacher STaR Chart Survey . The STaR teacher survey “establishes a clear framework for measuring how well teachers are prepared to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need.”
- 12. Conclusion All Texas students must be guaranteed a 21 st century education to provide them with the tools they need to succeed in a technology era.
Editor's Notes
- #3: The following items are on the agenda.
- #4: No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 emphasizes on student achievement and assessment of fundamental knowledge and skills. TX. Long Range Plan describes a shared vision for teaching and learning with technology and establishes the process for improved use and integration of technology to improve student achievement. The star chart is a mandatory assessment that determines the progress towards achieving the goals on the TX long range plan.
- #6: We as educators must teach students the knowledge and skills that are needed to live and work in a 21 st century.
- #7: Preparing teachers and students on how to incorporate and use technology effectively in the learning process will take time and effort for all stakeholders. It is essential to reorganize the core of the education system in order to create a successful 21 st century learning environment.
- #8: In order to build a strong 21 st century learning environment we must have campus and district collaborative and on-going planning that is aligned with the Texas long range plans for technology.
- #9: The six components of the infrastructure for technology are essential towards achieving the Texas long-range technology plans in creating a 21 st century learning environment for 21 st century learners.
- #10: According to the Texas Star chart data most educational institutes in Texas are at the developing technology stage. The Infrastructure key area’s star chart results demonstrate that in the state of Texas most educational institutes are at an advanced technology stage.
- #11: Overall, Hudson is at a developing technology stage which proves we have come a long way and can achieve much more if we work together to give our future leaders the opportunity to gain technology knowledge and skills that are essential in the workforce.
- #13: 21 st century learning requires students to learn different ways to work with tools, information, and people. In order to help students succeed in the workforce the education system must be revamped and integrate technology seamlessly through all subject areas. All stakeholders are responsible for our country’s future by creating competent future leaders.