Make the Case to the Corporate Community
From local businesses to multinational companies, the corporate
community has an integral and growing role in shaping the future of
educational technology. Companies keeping pace with the changing world
need only look to their own workplaces to confirm that the nature of
work and the tools used to conduct that work have changed. Help business
leaders see how their support of educational technology not only assists
students of today but ultimately builds their workforce of the
future.
NOTE: Where indicated, resource files are in PDF format (view
PDF instructions).
Starter Kits
Use this collection of targeted strategies, nuggets of research data,
and talking points to make the case to the corporate community. |
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(PDF, 138 KB, 22 seconds)
Use this starter kit to help the corporate community see how their support of educational technology not only assists today’s students but ultimately builds the workforce and citizenry of the future. |
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| Resources |
Use these research reports, articles, presentations, video case
studies, and resource links to make the case for educational technology. |
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This PowerPoint presentation outlines the charge of the day from the 2004 ISTE Leadership Symposium at NECC. |
http://www.ncrel.org/tech/effects2/
A Learning Point Associates report describes a quantitative analysis of the effects of teaching and learning with technology The study shows that teaching and learning with technology had a statistically significant positive effect on student learning. |
(PDF, 810 KB, 2 minutes 6 seconds)
In this George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF) article, the Commission on Technology and Adult Learning recommends that U.S. governors and CEOs recognize the benefits of e-learning, and promote e-learning for the success of both workers and companies in the new digital economy of the 21st century.
Copyright © 2001, ASTD (American Society of Training Directors) and NGA (National Governors Association). Used with permission. |
(PDF, 20 KB, 3 seconds)
This article from The George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF) highlights one district's response to a call from the corporate community to prepare K-12 students for a technology-centered economy. It illustrates how one charter school uses technology and equips students with 21st Century skills.
Copyright © 2004 The George Lucas Educational Foundation, all rights reserved. Printed with permission. http://www.glef.org/ |
http://caret.iste.org/
CARET bridges education technology research to practice by offering research-based answers to critical questions. Browse Questions & Answers to learn what studies show about topics such as student learning, curriculum and instruction, and professional development. |
(PDF, 766 KB, 2 minutes)
A report published by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), presents evidence for the efficacy of educational technology, using data from the 1996 National Assessment of Educational Progress.
Copyright © 1998, Educational Testing Service (ETS), http://www.ets.org/. Used with permission. |
(PDF, 228 KB, 36 seconds)
This policy brief examines the effects of the eMINTS program, a Missouri program that focuses on creating student-centered, inquiry based instructional practices using a wide-range of multimedia and computer technology into 3rd-5th grade classrooms. Students in eMINTS classrooms scored significantly higher than their non-eMINTS counterparts on key indicators.
Copyright © 2001, eMINTS, http://www.emints.org/. Used with permission.
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(PDF, 262 KB, 41 seconds)
This policy brief examines the effects of the eMINTS program, a Missouri program focused on creating student-centered, inquiry based instructional practices using a wide-range of multimedia and computer technology in 3rd-5th grade classrooms. Students in eMINTS classrooms scored significantly higher than their non-eMINTS counterparts on key indicators.
Copyright © 2002, eMINTS, http://www.emints.org/. Used with permission.
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(PDF, 346 KB, 54 seconds)
This policy brief examines the effects of the eMINTS program, a Missouri program focused on creating student-centered, inquiry based instructional practices using a wide-range of multimedia and computer technology in 3rd-5th grade classrooms. Students in eMINTS classrooms scored significantly higher than their non-eMINTS counterparts on key indicators.
Copyright © 2003, eMINTS, http://www.emints.org/. Used with permission.
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http://www.netday.org/speakupday2003_report.htm
This summary report highlights major findings from NetDay’s Speak Up Day 2003, where 210,000 K-12 students submitted surveys on technology and education. Analysis shows that today’s students feel strongly about the value of technology, and rely on technology as an essential and preferred component of every aspect of their lives. |
(PDF, 269 KB, 43 seconds)
In response to reduced funding for educational technology, the Illinois Computing Educators (ICE) and Illinois State Board of Education brought educators, community, and business leaders together to discuss the importance of educational technology to both the performance of Illinois schools and the quality of life of the citizenry as a whole.
Copyright © 2003, Illinois Computing Educators & Illinois State Board of Education. Used with permission. |
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http://www.learningfirst.org/lfa-web/rp?pa=doc&docId=72
Prepared by the Learning First Alliance, a permanent partnership of 12 leading U.S. education associations, this advocacy resource is intended to assist educators and others interested in education to promote the value of public education to our nation.
(Requires free registration) |
(PDF, 408 KB, 1 minute 4 seconds)
This State Education Technology Director's Association (SETDA) Toolkit includes a range of materials and resources on five themes to assist state leaders, administrators, and educators improve learning for all students through the use of technology.
Copyright © 2004, State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA); http://www.setda.org/. Used with permission. |
http://www.glef.org/php/article.php?id=Art_633&key=137
This is a link to an article and companion video on The George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF) Website. Learn how multimedia tools give students new ways to express themselves and share what they know. You will need QuickTime to view the video. |
(PDF, 22 KB, 4 seconds)
In this article published by The George Lucas Educational Foundation, Dr. Milton Goldberg explains the corporate community’s priorities and perspectives in regard to their role as a major stakeholder in the educational arena.
Copyright © 2004 The George Lucas Educational Foundation, all rights reserved. Printed with permission. http://www.glef.org/ |
(PDF, 173 KB, 27 seconds)
A report by the American Institutes for Research for the Pew Internet and American Life Project shows that students who are sophisticated Internet users feel their schools fail to integrate its many resources into school learning and assignments.
Copyright © 2002, Pew Internet & American Life, http://www.pewinternet.org/. Used with permission. |
(PDF, 217 KB, 34 seconds)
This paper by the WestEd Regional Technology in Education Consortium, summarizes major research findings related to technology use. Authors identify major themes in educational technology research, and connect the research to practical applications for educators, policy makers and the general public. |
(PDF, 19 KB, 3 seconds)
The George Lucas Educational Foundation (GLEF) offers key strategies and resources to help business leaders play a major role in teacher preparation reform.
Copyright © 2004 The George Lucas Educational Foundation, all rights reserved. Printed with permission. http://www.glef.org/ |
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