Vision/Goals
Belief Statement
"We can enhance and impact teaching and learning by providing 1:1 technology."
Vision
- Anytime, anywhere learning. . . eliminate barriers for students and teachers
- 21st century teaching and learning will be redefined to be more efficient and targeted
- Blended learning options will no longer be viewed as a new or separate opportunity . . . they will become our regular program
Key Aspects
eTools
- Computer tools and Applications used to support and deliver instruction
- Use of technology to deliver effective instruction
Personalized Learning
- A student-centered classroom
- Problem solving oriented classroom
- The teacher facilitates instruction
- Instruction that is paced to the learning needs of the individual, not teaching to the middle
Blended Learning
- Personalizing learning for students
- Allowing teachers and students to break free of the isolation of the classroom
- Redesign of time inside and outside of the classroom
- Allows a student to determine where he or she can learn
- Allows a student to determine the speed of instruction and content
- Blend the way instruction is delivered
Student Engagement
- Increasing achievement, positive behaviors and a sense of belonging
- Motivated to learn
- Collaborative, critical thinkers in a digital world
Goals
Student Engagement
- Motivation, attendance, etc.
Student Learning
- Increased strategic and extended thinking
Instructional Practices
- Re-examination of teaching methods and strategies, efficiency
Resource Utilization
- Reduce costs over time – paper, textbooks/workbooks, etc.
- Electronic/paperless/digital submission of assignments