Transforming Learning with Technology a Portfolio by Joshua Thone Created in EdL 325 Instructional Technology Spring 2009

ISTE-NETS Teacher Standards

http://www.iste.org/content/navigationmenu/nets/forteachers/2008standards/nets_for_teachers_2008.htm

Click on the above circles to see each standard and how it has been met by me.ISTE-NETS Student Standards

http://www.iste.org/Content/NavigationMenu/NETS/ForStudents/2007Standards/NETS_for_Students_2007.htm

Click on the above circles to see how I have planned for each standard to be met by my students.Facilitate and Inspire Student Learning and CreativityTeachers use their knowledge of subject matter, teaching and learning, and technology to facilitate experiences that advance student learning, creativity, and innovation in both face-to-face and virtual environments. Teachers:promote, support, and model creative and innovative thinking and inventiveness. engage students in exploring real-world issues and solving authentic problems using digital tools and resources. promote student reflection using collaborative tools to reveal and clarify students' conceptual understanding and thinking, planning, and creative processes. model collaborative knowledge construction by engaging in learning with students, colleagues, and others in face-to-face and virtual environments.Examples: Students creating a newsletter for a city they choose. They would have creative freedom in the design and decide what information they want to include.Back to teacher standardsBack to main menuDesign and Develop Digital-Age Learning Experiences and AssessmentsTeachers design, develop, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessment incorporating contemporary tools and resources to maximize content learning in context and to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes identified in the NETSS. Teachers:design or adapt relevant learning experiences that incorporate digital tools and resources to promote student learning and creativity.develop technology-enriched learning environments that enable all students to pursue their individual curiosities and become active participants in setting their own educational goals, managing their own learning, and assessing their own progress. customize and personalize learning activities to address students' diverse learning styles, working strategies, and abilities using digital tools and resources. provide students with multiple and varied formative and summative assessments aligned with content and technology standards and use resulting data to inform learning and teaching.

Examples: Students explain what they learned about a city and persuade others to visit it by using a digital tool called a podcast. Here they are presenting in a creative way what they learned using digital format.Back to teacher standardsBack to main menuModel Digital-Age Work and LearningTeachers exhibit knowledge, skills, and work processes representative of an innovative professional in a global and digital society. Teachers:demonstrate fluency in technology systems and the transfer of current knowledge to new technologies and situations. collaborate with students, peers, parents, and community members using digital tools and resources to support student success and innovation.communicate relevant information and ideas effectively to students, parents, and peers using a variety of digital-age media and formats. model and facilitate effective use of current and emerging digital tools to locate, analyze, evaluate, and use information resources to support research and learning.

Examples:See the example of my home newsletter on my wiki Back to teacher standardsBack to main menu

Promote and Model Digital Citizenship and ResponsibilityTeachers understand local and global societal issues and responsibilities in an evolving digital culture and exhibit legal and ethical behavior in their professional practices. Teachers:advocate, model, and teach safe, legal, and ethical use of digital information and technology, including respect for copyright, intellectual property, and the appropriate documentation of sources.address the diverse needs of all learners by using learner-centered strategies providing equitable access to appropriate digital tools and resources. promote and model digital etiquette and responsible social interactions related to the use of technology and information.develop and model cultural understanding and global awareness by engaging with colleagues and students of other cultures using digital-age communication and collaboration tools.

Examples: While creating my wiki I followed all of the suggestions of section a. I would be able to show my wiki to my students as an example of digital citizenship and responsibilityBack to teacher standardsBack to main menuEngage in Professional Growth and LeadershipTeachers continuously improve their professional practice, model lifelong learning, and exhibit leadership in their school and professional community by promoting and demonstrating the effective use of digital tools and resources. Teachers:participate in local and global learning communities to explore creative applications of technology to improve student learning.exhibit leadership by demonstrating a vision of technology infusion, participating in shared decision making and community building, and developing the leadership and technology skills of others.evaluate and reflect on current research and professional practice on a regular basis to make effective use of existing and emerging digital tools and resources in support of student learning.contribute to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession and of their school and community.

Examples: Continuing to add to my wiki and own knowledge of technology is how I plan on growing as a professional. Attending conferences, workshops, communicating with colleagues, and keeping abreast with my students knowledge of digital tools is how I plan on demonstrating my professional commitment in the future. Back to teacher standardsBack to main menuTechnology Operations and ConceptsStudents demonstrate a sound understanding of technology concepts, systems, and operations. Students: understand and use technology systems. select and use applications effectively and productively. troubleshoot systems and applications. transfer current knowledge to learning of new technologies.Examples: Students will have the opportunity to take information they have learned about a city and insert it into various technology systems, such as the newsletter, brochure, or podcast. Please see my wiki for specific information about each.Back to student standardsBack to main menuCreativity and InnovationStudents demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology. Students:apply existing knowledge to generate new ideas, products, or processes. create original works as a means of personal or group expression. use models and simulations to explore complex systems and issues. identify trends and forecast possibilities.Examples: Students will be given the opportunity to use simulations to explore the cities they choose. Since students wont physically be traveling, web 2.0 tools such as Google earth and maps will be useful for students learning.Back to student standardsBack to main menu10 WI Teacher Standards (4-6)

4. Teachers know how to teach.The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies, including the use of technology, to encourage children's development of critical thinking, problem solving, and performance skills.5. Teachers know how to manage a classroom.The teacher uses an understanding of individual and group motivation and behavior to create a learning environment that encourages positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.6. Teachers communicate well. The teacher uses effective verbal and nonverbal communication techniques as well as instructional media and technology to foster active inquiry, collaboration, and supportive interaction in the classroom.Examples: By incorporating the ISTE Student standards I am including technology into my lessons. Teaching my students about digital citizenship shows that I encourage a safe and positive learning environment. I will give my students a combination of direct instruction (verbal) and individual exploration such as learning objects (nonverbal) all using technolgy.10 WI Teacher Standards (7-10)7. Teachers are able to plan different kinds of lessons. The teacher organizes and plans systematic instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, pupils, the community, and curriculum goals.

8. Teachers know how to test for student progress. The teacher understands and uses formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate and ensure the continuous intellectual, social, and physical development of the pupil.

9. Teachers are able to evaluate themselves. The teacher is a reflective practitioner who continually evaluates the effects of his or her choices and actions on pupils, parents, professionals in the learning community and others and who actively seeks out opportunities to grow professionally.

10. Teachers are connected with other teachers and the community. The teacher fosters relationships with school colleagues, parents, and agencies in the larger community to support pupil learning and well-being and acts with integrity, fairness and in an ethical manner.Examples: The unit lesson on planning a trip may seem irrelevant however it covers more than one subject matter, would be interesting to my students and teach them about other communities besides their own. My lesson includes both formal and informal assessments. Students are given creative freedom to show me what they learned in the digital storytelling final assessment. Exploring new digital tools to use in my lessons will allow me to grow professionally. By taking this class I am showing that I am open to learning to ways to incorporate technology into my instruction. My home newsletter and wiki will allow me to communicate with students and parents in a professional manner. Thanks for viewing my portfolio. I hope you have found me ready to teach with technology.