Indicators of Achievement

An understanding of the impact of technology and its use for gathering and communicating ideas and information;

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Utilizes technological tools to:

·                       Maintain student records

·                       Collect formative and summative data related to student achievement

·                       Analyze data to plan instruction that meets student needs

·                       Communicate with students

·                       Communicate with parents

Uses technology in instruction to:

·                     Present information from a variety of sources

·                     Guide students in electronic communication

·                     Guide students in gathering information

·                     Guide students to critically evaluate information received from all sources

Use and assess the effectiveness of a variety of teaching methodologies and techniques, (e.g., lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, cooperative learning, small-group activities AND TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LESSONS); AND ASSESS THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VARIOUS APPROACHES FOR IMPACT ON STUDENT LEARNING.

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Interact with parents USING PERSONAL AND TECHNOLOGY-BASED COMMUNICATION to maximize the learning of students at school, home, and in the local community.

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Facilitates communication with families, which augments student learning.

Provides opportunities for families to assist with learning in the home, school, and community.

Demonstrate an understanding of and continued growth in information age learning and BASIC technology operations and concepts;

Plan and design effective technology-enhanced learning environments and experiences aligned with the State Board’s policy on learning expectations for Michigan students and the Michigan Curriculum Framework MICHIGAN’S CONTENT STANDARDS AND GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATIONS for all students.;

Designs developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies and provide access to curriculum to support the diverse needs of learners.

Applies current research on teaching and learning with technology.

Applies Michigan technology standards and benchmarks when planning learning environments and experiences.

Identifies and locates technology resources and evaluates them for accuracy, effectiveness, and appropriateness.

Plans for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities.

Plans strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment, including strategies designed to determine, assess, and meet the needs of each student. 

Implement curriculum plans that include technology-enhanced methods and strategies to maximize student learning;

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Facilitates technology-enhanced experiences that improve educational outcomes and are aligned to the State Board’s policy on learning expectations for Michigan students and to the Michigan Curriculum Framework.

Uses technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse and individual needs of all students.

Applies technology to develop students’ higher order skills (learning, critical thinking, problem-solving, self-directed and collaborative learning, creation of knowledge, inquiry, authentic based learning, data collection, information analysis and management, communications) and creativity. 

Manages student learning in a technology-enhanced environment. 

Apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies;

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Applies technology in assessing and evaluating student achievement as it relates to the
State Board’s policy on learning expectations for Michigan students and student learning of subject matter as aligned with the Michigan Curriculum Framework, using a variety of assessment techniques.

Uses technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning.

Understands the uses of technology to assess the proficiencies, strengths, and challenges of each student, recognizing individual and diverse needs. 

Applies multiple methods of assessment and evaluation to determine students' appropriate uses of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity. 

Use technology to enhance professional development, practice, productivity; and

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Uses technology resources to engage in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning. 

Continually evaluates and reflects on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning. 

Applies technology to increase productivity in planning, teaching, and management. 

Uses technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community in order to nurture student learning. 

Understand the equity, ethical, legal, social, physical, and psychological issues surrounding the use of technology in P-12 schools and apply that understanding in practice. 

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Models and teaches legal and ethical practice related to technology use. 

Applies technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities. 

Identifies and uses technology resources that affirm diversity. 

Promotes safe and healthy use of technology resources. 

Facilitates equitable access to technology resources for all students.