Technology Assessments Review

The Technology Applications Inventory was very depressing for me. It clearly explained the difficulty I have in maneuvering around on the computer. My lack of terminology along is incredible. Although I have been making progress, I have always known my skills were inadequate. After taking the inventory I had to take a walk and reflect on whether I am doing the right thing, becoming an administrator. I quickly realized why I struggle to understand applications and functions available today. It is clear why the quick, here is what you can do type of training we so often get seems so impossible for me. When I am shown how and allowed to actually practice I usually can repeat it later with maybe a little tutorial. With an opportunity to apply new learning, proficiency comes. At this time I do not consider myself a proficient technology leader of any sort but a leader in willingness to learn and get training when possible to improve my technological skills. It is hard to use technology in my classroom until this year it has never been available. The little training I
received has been without the equipment to apply the training. The SETDA Teacher Survey along with my personal Technology Applications Inventory indicated the need for our school to implement an ongoing "best practices with technology" professional development program. This would speed up the recovery of skills needed and advance those with skills to higher levels making the whole campus more proficient. Technology-supported learning experiences for students will increase with teacher comfort level to implement. Also, we need to have data that will indicate students' 21st Century technology skills. Unfortunately I must agree with the assessments and the need to bring technology skills for both students and teachers into the 21st Cenury. This is the only way we as a country or going to keep pace with the job market of tommorrow and ensure student readiness for the future.