Who could argue with the standards set forth for the advancement of technology, and the roles of administration in accomplishing these? Unfortunately, at my school and district, I believe we are woefully behind in meeting these standards. Don't misunderstand me, I believe our intentions are good and noble -- I think we sincerely want to move forward in the area of technology --but we seem to to lack full understanding of the old adage "one man with a hammer can do more than a thousand with good intentions."
While I do believe our system's leadership has embraced the ideals set forth in the six standards, I believe that we are most lacking in meeting standard IV involving support, management, and operations. Specifically, we have not met the essential conditions of technical support, and, to a lesser degree, professional development. As I reflect further, perhaps our real problem is that the citizens of Hamblen County --or at least those who are their elected representatives-- have not fully supported the implementation of technology in our schools.
So as not to appear completely negative, I do believe our system has made strides in meeting the essential conditions of a shared vision, content standards, and assessment.
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You are correct that it takes lots of support at many different levels to reach the point that there is enough equipment, professional development, and willing teachers to use technology to its fullest potential with students.
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