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essential conditions: necessary conditions to effectively leverage technology for learning

Shared Vision 

  Proactive leadership in developing a shared vision for educational technology among all education stakeholders, including teachers and support staff, school and district administrators, teacher educators, students, parents, and the community

Empowered Leaders


Stakeholders at every level empowered to be leaders in effecting change                           

Implementation Planning 

  A systematic plan aligned with a shared vision for school effectiveness and student learning through the infusion of information and communication technologies (ICT) and digital learning resources

Consistent and Adequate Funding 

  Ongoing funding to support technology infrastructure, personnel, digital resources, and staff development

Equitable Access 

  Robust and reliable access to current and emerging technologies and digital resources, with connectivity for all students, teachers, staff, and school leaders

Skilled Personnel 

  Educators, support staff, and other leaders skilled in the selection and effective use of  appropriate ICT resources 

Ongoing Professional Learning 

  Technology-related professional learning plans and opportunities with dedicated time to practice and share ideas

Technical Support 

  Consistent and reliable assistance for maintaining, renewing, and using ICT and digital learning resources 

Curriculum Framework 

  Content standards and related digital curriculum resources that are aligned with and support digital age learning and work

Student-Centered Learning 

  Planning, teaching, and assessment centered around the needs and abilities of students

Assessment and Evaluation 

  Continuous assessment of teaching, learning, and leadership, and evaluation of the use of ICT and digital resources

Engaged Communities 

  Partnerships and collaboration within communities to support and fund the use of ICT and digital resources 

Support Policies 

  Policies, financial plans, accountability measures, and incentive structures to support the use of ICT and digital learning resources for learning and in district school operations

Supportive External Context 

  Policies and initiatives at the national, regional, and local levels to support schools and teacher preparation programs in effective implementation of technology for achieving curriculum and learning technology (ICT) standards