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=Welcome to the Wiki for the Tolland 2012 Technology Committee=



**Upcoming Meetings:** Monday, March 19, 2012 3:30-5:30

//**"Education Must Change**// //As technology dramatically changes our society, educators need to demonstrate the skills and behaviors of digital age professionals. // //Competence with technology is the foundation.// //Source: International Society for Technology in Education, Standards for Global Learning in the Digital Age//
 * //Societies are changing//
 * //Expectations are changing//
 * //Teaching is changing//
 * //Educators must lead "//


 * The Technology Committee has convened to:**
 * Prepare a Technology Plan for the District

In preparing the plan the committee will consider the following topics:
 * Acceptable Use Policies
 * A needs assessment addressing equipment and professional development
 * Current technologies and a plan for implementation
 * Curriculum for educational technology
 * The role of technology in the Common Core Standards

Members of the committee include representatives from the District level as well as elementary, middle and high school teachers, principals and specialists.




 * As we work to accomplish our goals, it is helpful to be knowledgeable about developments in educational technology at the National and State levels. The Resource Links page will provide you with relevant information.**


 * If you are interested in some online professional development, visit the Webinars page to see what's coming up.**