Comprehensive Exam Thoughts
Matt Briggs - Appalachian State ITC Program
Personal and Professional Accomplishments
- Presenter at the Global Education Conference – Fall 2012
- Promoted to Instructional Technology Facilitator by my district based on participation in the program and personal achievements
- Development of a wide knowledge base concerning technology use and implementation
- Development of a large PLN of teachers, administrators, and leaders across the state to collaborate with on technology use
- Facilitate the maximum use of purposeful technology in the classroom and PLCs
Ways I am Using What I Learned From Products of Learning
- Scanning new environments in which I work to establish strategies for technology implementation
- Helping other teachers identify what is working technology-wise for their needs and what could be improved
- Offering PD sessions that highlight best practices in technology use
- Helping teachers and curriculum coordinators navigate technology laws and how this affects their students and staff
- Planning, implementing and documenting results from “outside-the-box” technology use (i.e. using games in the classroom)
- Securing funds through grants and donors for technology implementation
- Drafting user agreements for student technology use
Ways I Would Describe the Program, Courses and Products of Learning to Others
- I learned the basics of correct technology use within my classroom (using technology to enhance/engage student learning and not make lessons have more “bells and whistles”)
- I learned how infrastructure plays a part in technology implementation with the classroom and system
- I learned how laws and ethics play a part in the implementation of technology within the classroom (keeping in mind CIPA and COPPA laws for students under the age of 13)
- I learned how to search for and apply for grants that would provide funds for technology within a school and system
- I learned how to work with school leaders to create and maintain a vision and mission for the schools in terms of technology integration
- I have learned about the decision-making process that is involved when planning for instructional technology use in a school system.
What I Need to Learn Next and How Will I Learn it
- Maintain current levels of familiarity with emerging technology and trends
- Maintain and increase network of professionals within the ITF field
- Become a part of various technology organizations within the state
- Attend and participate in various professional conferences
- Potentially enroll in a PhD program for Instructional Technology
- Become a “change leader” in the school by staying current with technology available to students, modeling for teachers and students
- Become more familiar with the ISTE standards for Administrators (ITF, teachers)- read and use as part of Individual Growth Plan