Concept 1: International Society for Technology in Education

The International Society for Technology in Education has developed standards for the teaching of technology for all educators across the globe.  The standards seek to prepare students to take an active role in the increasingly digital world.  There are several sets of standards—one for students (ITSE-S), teachers (ITSE-T), administrators (ISTE-A), coaches (ITSE- C), and computer science teachers (ITSE-CSE).  Regardless of the standard set, increasing student interaction and knowledge of technology is always the focus.  

The ITSE standards ensure that students receive rigorous technology instruction, as technology continues to advance across the globe.  These standards should be incorporated in every classroom, as every lesson can include technology to some extent.  If these standards are implemented with fidelity in the classroom, then student achievement in the area of technology will increase (International Society for Technology in Education, 2012).

I found these standards to be of interest because it is difficult to prepare students to be technologically savvy without a road map.  In professional practice, I am now able to lead my students in the correct direction because I now have the road map that details what students must be able to demonstrate.  As a future administrator, I will be able to lead my teachers in the right direction--in turn they will impact students.

References:

International Society for Technology in Education. (2012, January 23). Technology Standards. Retrieved from https://www.iste.org/