Priority 5 Technology Enhanced Learning

Technology Enhanced Learning

Priority 5 Technology Enhanced Learning

GOAL: Transform student learning through the selection of high-quality digital learning resources aligned with standards to assist our teachers in creating authentic learning experiences.

OBJECTIVE 1: Provide effective, aligned digital resources for teachers and students.  Conduct a comprehensive review of district digital learning resources to analyze utilization, strengths, and weaknesses.  Develop a plan to research, test, and pilot digital tools and resources based on the comprehensive review.

OBJECTIVE 2: Provide professional learning on the use of digital tools to ensure all educators have capacity and propensity to use digital tools appropriately.  Conduct needs assessment based on NC Digital Learning Standards to determine focus for staff professional development.  Develop a teacher coaching model led by school-based Instructional Technology Facilitators to develop district and school-based support plans to ensure all teachers have skills needed to deliver technology-rich learning experiences for students.  Provide ongoing teacher and staff professional learning on use of digital tools and resources. OBJECTIVE 3: Maintain a comprehensive implementation plan for building, evaluating, and sustaining technology infrastructure to support learning and provide technical support.  Research external options for review and audit of technology infrastructure.  Design a phased system for replacement and upgrade of hardware and software systems; communicate standardization procedures.  Continue phased replacement and upgrades of hardware and software systems.  Develop processes and procedures to ensure standardization of installation and maintenance of technology devices and infrastructure.

OBJECTIVE 4: Ensure equitable access to reliable internet connectivity, digital devices, and systems to support learning for all students.  Research affordable and reliable internet options for CCS students and families.  Research and test student devices that support 21st Century technology-enhanced learning.  Develop and implement a plan to provide student devices that support 21st Century technology-enhanced learning.