1. Information Technology Planning Process The Stephens Group

2. What is the purpose of these work sessions? 3. To Create a Combined Information & Technology Literacy Plan 4. How the plan is structured? Part 1: Executive Summary,Mission/Vision ,Introduction, Background Part 2: Analysis of Previous Plan Part 3: Current Status

Part 4: Action Plans

Educator Proficiency Action Plan

Effective Teaching & Learning Practices Action Plan

Access to Information & Learning Tools Action Plan

Support Systems & Leadership Action Plan

Part 5: Budget Part 6: Monitoring & Dissemination 5. Needs Assessment

Student (241)

Teacher (414)

Administrator (86)

Library Media (6)

School Board/Community/Parent (384)

6. Planning Process 7. In future planning sessions we will:

Study the current information technology plan

Analyze needs assessment data

Review relevant research

Identify needs

Work on Action Plans

8. Tips for Getting the Most Out of These Meetings:

Remain open to new technologies

Focus on benefits not obstacles

Enjoy the expertise of others

Stay focused to maximize our limited time today

9. Questions?