The ISTE Standards are a framework for innovation in education. These standards help educators and education leaders worldwide prepare learners to thrive in work and life.

Skills learners need to thrive in work and life
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ISTE STANDARDS FOR
Students

As educators, students are at the center of everything we do. The student standards describe the skills and knowledge they need to thrive, grow and contribute in a global, interconnected and constantly changing society.

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ISTE STANDARDS FOR
Educators

Educators have always held the key to student success. But their role is changing. The ISTE Standards for Educators define the digital age skills and pedagogical insights educators need to teach, work and learn.

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ISTE STANDARDS FOR
Education Leaders

The ISTE Standards for Education Leaders guide administrators in supporting digital age learning, creating technology-rich learning environments and leading the transformation of the educational landscape.

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ISTE STANDARDS FOR
Coaches

Technology coaches help bridge the gap from where we are to where we need to be. The ISTE Standards for Coaches describe the skills and knowledge they need to support their peers in becoming digital age educators.

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CT for Educators
CT COMPETENCIES FOR
Educators

These Computational Thinking Competencies are intended to help educators build those skills by integrating computational thinking (CT) across all disciplines and with students of all ages.

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ISTE Standards adoption by state  

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If your state is using an out-of-date version of the ISTE Standards, let us help you advocate for an upgrade! The Student, Educator and Leader Standards have been updated since 2016.
 

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