Standard 1.1: Shared Vision
Reflection
The Shared Vision Paper was an essential component of the design, development, implementation, communication and evaluation of technology initiatives in any given school. The process was developed based on teacher interviews and classroom observations. It was observed that the school emphasizes relationships and has retained most of its teachers and administrative staff for more a decade. The focus of developing the Shared Vision paper was to identify issues hindering digital equity for specific diverse groups, namely Low SES and female students. The design of the Shared Vision also explored digital equity issues for students with special needs and English Language Learners. After these issues were identified, specific recommendations were provided and communicated. Parents were also identified as stakeholders. It is one thing to identify them and mention their roles in the vision. It will be interesting to develop a survey and get their input on how they feel they should be involved and how other stakeholders perceive parent involvement as an evaluation plan.
This artifact demonstrates mastery as it takes an inclusive approach to a technology vision and builds on the idea of building relationships regardless of our intellectual, physical, financial or ideological differences. In other words, no student is left behind during the implementation of the shared vision plan. As an Instructional Technology Specialist, I facilitated the design and development a shared vision with students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders in mind. Hence, technology will increase opportunities for personalizing student academic needs and lead to self-awareness. Students will discover their very own potential and become prepared to thrive in a global community. The 1:1 device program, which is currently being implemented ties into this aspect of the vision as it can be used for flexible pacing (one of the research based personalized learning principles adopted by the district).
I learned that a shared vision involves ongoing communication with stakeholders and ensuring that best practices are applied in each stakeholder's role. I also learned that diversity considerations are essential for taking an inclusive approach. To improve the shared vision artifact in the future, I would probably involve a wider range of stakeholder voice.
The Shared Vision impacts school improvement by clarifying the expectations the school has for technology planning. In addition, it develops a concise plan for promoting the shared vision in each stakeholder's role. These efforts lead to an organized approach that supports student learning through technology integration. The impact of the Shared Vision may be assessed using school climate data such CCRPI scores, parent surveys, student surveys, observation of classroom practices, etc.
The Shared Vision Paper was an essential component of the design, development, implementation, communication and evaluation of technology initiatives in any given school. The process was developed based on teacher interviews and classroom observations. It was observed that the school emphasizes relationships and has retained most of its teachers and administrative staff for more a decade. The focus of developing the Shared Vision paper was to identify issues hindering digital equity for specific diverse groups, namely Low SES and female students. The design of the Shared Vision also explored digital equity issues for students with special needs and English Language Learners. After these issues were identified, specific recommendations were provided and communicated. Parents were also identified as stakeholders. It is one thing to identify them and mention their roles in the vision. It will be interesting to develop a survey and get their input on how they feel they should be involved and how other stakeholders perceive parent involvement as an evaluation plan.
This artifact demonstrates mastery as it takes an inclusive approach to a technology vision and builds on the idea of building relationships regardless of our intellectual, physical, financial or ideological differences. In other words, no student is left behind during the implementation of the shared vision plan. As an Instructional Technology Specialist, I facilitated the design and development a shared vision with students, parents, teachers and other stakeholders in mind. Hence, technology will increase opportunities for personalizing student academic needs and lead to self-awareness. Students will discover their very own potential and become prepared to thrive in a global community. The 1:1 device program, which is currently being implemented ties into this aspect of the vision as it can be used for flexible pacing (one of the research based personalized learning principles adopted by the district).
I learned that a shared vision involves ongoing communication with stakeholders and ensuring that best practices are applied in each stakeholder's role. I also learned that diversity considerations are essential for taking an inclusive approach. To improve the shared vision artifact in the future, I would probably involve a wider range of stakeholder voice.
The Shared Vision impacts school improvement by clarifying the expectations the school has for technology planning. In addition, it develops a concise plan for promoting the shared vision in each stakeholder's role. These efforts lead to an organized approach that supports student learning through technology integration. The impact of the Shared Vision may be assessed using school climate data such CCRPI scores, parent surveys, student surveys, observation of classroom practices, etc.