Week 1 Part 3 Key Ideas of the Long-Range Plan for Technology Reflection

The most amazing learning experience I enjoyed through the analysis of the Long-Range Plan occurred when I realized that such a plan existed. I realized that as an interning Assistant Principal I need to share this information. I don’t expect each staff member to analyze it to the extent that I did, but it lays out the path that we are heading down and gives meaning to changes that we, as teachers, have experienced. Some of the present infrastructure issues we are experiencing with very basic operations became even more important when considering where we are headed. I see now that we need to prepare our campus by establishing a faster response to technological difficulties, establishing ongoing professional development for staff on tech tools such as digital cameras, scanners, downloading videos, incorporating PowerPoint lessons, integrating technology effectively into lessons, creating evaluations of technology in the classroom, and staying on top of cutting edge technological developments. Not knowing where we are heading with the Long-Range Plan allows us to trivialize current technological situations. As a teacher, I recognize that I am in desperate need of developing my own professional development plan. As curriculum director, I recognize that I need to help staff develop one to meet their needs so that they can take the time to prepare and learn what they need to learn instead of waiting until the last minute and being overwhelmed.