Description
Don’t just ride the technology train – drive it
Today’s children need an active environment, interdisciplinary curriculum, and project-based instruction that mirrors their lives outside the classroom. This book offers a cut-to-the-chase approach for busy principals who want to successfully stay ahead of the technology curve to enhance student learning. Filled with strategies and tools, this helpful resource shows school leaders how to:
- Develop a technology leadership team
- Implement professional development
- Assess technical needs, student learning, and teacher performance
- Address cyber safety effectively
Included are checklists and a roadmap to building capacity by investing 15 minutes each day.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgments
About the Author
Introduction
Organization
Special Features
21st Century
I. Human Capital
1. The Principal as Technology Leader
Support Technology Use
Action Agenda
Resources
2. Teachers: The Magic Link Between Technology and Students
Technology Use
Generational Shift
Action Agenda
Resources
3. The Technology Leadership Team
The Technology Specialist
The Technology Leadership Team
Action Agenda
Resources
II. Core Issues
4. Professional Development
Action Agenda
5. Cyberspace Leadership
Cybersafety Leadership
Action Agenda
6. Assessment: Technology Skills and Knowledge
Action Agenda
III. Questions and Reflections
7. Questions and Reflections
Technology Trends
References
Index
