8. It is a tool for planning and self assessment aligned with the Long Range Plan for Technology 2006 – 2020
9. The STaR Chart may be used for technology planning, budgeting, and the evaluation process for school technology and readinessWhat is the STaR Chart?
10. Four Key Domains for The Texas Long-Rang Plan Teaching and Learning Educator Preparation and Development Leadership, Administration and Instructional Support Infrastructure for Technology
11. YOE HIGH SCHOOL STaR CHART RATINGS / SUMMARY 2009-2010 KEY AREA SUMMARYKEY AREA TOTALKEY AREA STaR CLASSIFICATION Teaching and Learning 15 Advanced Tech Educator Preparation 15 Advanced Tech and Development Leadership, Administration, 16 Advanced Tech Instructional Support Infrastructure for Technology 20 Advanced Tech
12. STaR CHART TEACHER INFORMATION Technology Applications Standards for All Teachers Standard I. All teachers use technology-related terms, concepts, data input strategies, and ethical practices to make informed decisions about current technologies and their applications. Standard II. All teachers identify task requirements, apply search strategies, and use current technology to efficiently acquire, analyze, and evaluate a variety of electronic information. Standard III. All teachers use task-appropriate tools to synthesize knowledge, create and modify solutions, and evaluate results in a way that supports the work of individuals and groups in problem-solving situations. Standard IV. All teachers communicate information in different formats and for diverse audiences. Standard V. All teachers know how to plan, organize, deliver, and evaluate instruction for all students that incorporates the effective use of current technology for teaching and integrating the Technology Applications Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) into the curriculum.
13. SUMMARY Our campus is very technologically advanced compared to many schools in our state. We must use this technology to better prepare our students for life in the 21st century. To do this we need to strive to achieve a STaR chart rating of Target in all domains. The students of Cameron Yoe High School are counting on us to prepare them for the future.