2. AGENDA What is the Texas STaR Chart? Why do we need it? What is the Texas Long-Range Plan? Shands’ STaR Chart Data What Now?
3. The Texas STaR Chart STaR is School Technology and Readiness A teacher tool for planning and self-assessing Aligned with the Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology, 2006-2020 Data compiled by teachers, campuses, districts, and the state http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/technology
16. What now? Review Technology Applications/TEKS Implementation Integrate additional technology projects in the classroom Allow students more opportunities to apply technology in different content areas in order to show mastery of concepts Attend Technology Professional Development workshops Use the technology that is available to you and implement what you learn!
18. Concluding Remarks…. You need to remember the importance of not only participating in technology professional development sessions, but also the importance of implementing what you learn in your classrooms. Students need you to model the use of technology and serve as mentors to them. We need to equip students with the 21st Century skills so they will be able to survive in this world that revolves around technology.