In the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020, there are four key domains: Teaching and Learning;, Educator Preparation and Development, Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support, and Infrastructure for Technology. In my opinion the most important area is in infrastructure. Without it there would be no base to build upon and the other key areas would not be.
The Star chart data has shown growth in this area of Infrastructure of Technology, yet there is a continued need overall. There needs to be a focus on ensuring access of technology, internet connectivity, and technical support for all the districts in Texas. On our campus we have grown exponentially in this area. Our district has added ELMO, MOBI, smart boards, and more computers to each classroom.
The trends in this area of Infrastructure are showing growth on the local and state level. There have been schools that do not have access to technology or the internet. The campus statewide summary and our campus specifically are performing at the advanced tech level of progress most of the time. There is still a large percentage, 34.9%, on the developing tech level.
To move to the target tech level of progress we still have work to do. We need to have more computers in the classroom so students can have access to connected multimedia computers when needed. Direct internet connectivity with resources in the classroom with adequate bandwidth to access the e-learning technologies would also help us reach the target level. Lastly, we need the technical support to handle the professional development of teacher and students, and problems that might occur. This infrastructure must be sound so that we can build on the other key areas.
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