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 * EDLD 5370 – Part 2.5: Reflections on Technology Facilitator Standards III **


 * Self-Assessme﻿nt **

Taking the time to read and understand TF/TL standards is like finding out there is no Santa Claus. Reality can be bitter sweet, for example I have a better understanding the role the Technology Leader/Facilitator plays; focusing on integrating NETS-s into curriculum, development of resources & materials and emphasis on strategies and methods according to Williamson & Redish (2009). Of course my focus was on the facilitator who models best practices and activities for curriculum planning and addressing the needs of diverse learners to name a few tasks. I knew the roles and knowledge of Technologists were vital in implementing technology on a district level and campus level. Further in-depth reading breaks down the tasks of both Technologists and the bitterness is that our former facilitator did not perform duties according to TF-III standards. Our campus was left to flounder without guidance and ongoing technology support while her focus was in obtaining a Mid-Management Certification so she could move up to administration. Needless to say, this year we have a new superintendent and a new vision/agenda and technology is not one of his top priorities. For example, we no longer have technology facilitators on our campus because of budget cuts. Since my colleagues know I am currently enrolled in my Master’s in Educational Leadership Technology they rely on me for assistance.


 * Learn as a Learner **

What stands out is my Academic Coach questioning why on a technology enriched campus our teachers are not implementing technology into our curriculum. According to Sharon Kopyc, “Just training people how to use the technology is not enough; [facilitators] will not get technology into the classroom unless academics first understand the technology and its relevance in the classroom” (2006/2007, p. 2). I know the best way I can implement Standard III is to model. As my Academic Coach passes my classroom she pauses to watch how I implement technology in my classroom. She is impressed how I move from one subject area to another using my SmartBoard. My fifth grade colleagues willing implement technology in their classrooms since I have set up the lessons. I feel my role as Fifth Grade Technology Leader (facilitator position eliminated) has elevated to include my campus. I feel that actions speak louder than words. I have had a greater affect in implementing Standard III due to the fact that I use technology on a continuous basis and provide the support for my fifth grade level. In addition, other grade levels have taken notice and have been asking for my help in creating technology-based curriculum.


 * Lifelong Learning Skills **

“Often Teachers are unable to implement student technology standards, until they see sample lessons, strategies, and methods” (Williamson & Redish, 2009, p. 66). In reading Williamson and Redish, I realized that this is something I could do to create for my teachers. I see an opportunity to collaborate with various grade levels by providing after-school tutoring sessions, peer coaching, and lesson planning support. Incidentally, in the past, our facilitators were trying to implement technology without providing ongoing support. I could fill the void and be that on-going support since I am available and approachable. However, the challenge for me is finding the time, between grade level planning, after-school student tutoring, committees, and my classroom preparations, to launch such a program. Yet if I can, “connect a small cohort of teachers that are personally interested and invested in changing their classroom practice” it will only be a matter of time before the next wave of teachers come on board (Cofino, 2008, para. 8).

**References** Cofino, K. (2008, January 13). Re: Work with the willling: moving teachers into the 21st century [Web log message]. Retrieved from Always Learning: [] moving-teachers-into-the-21st-century/

Kopyc, S. (2006/2007, December/January). Enhancing Teaching with Technology: Are We There Yet? innovate, 3(2).

Redish, J. W. (2009). ISTE's Technology Facilitation and Leadership Standards. Eugene: International Society for Technology in Education.