Summary of the Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology: The Educational Technology Advisory Committee was appointed by the Texas Education Agency in 2004 to develop the Texas Long-Range Plans for Technology, otherwise known as Vision 2020. One of the measures the committee has developed is the Teacher School Technology and Readiness (STaR) Chart, to help schools and districts assess technology goals.
The long range plan revises and replaces the original plan that covered the years 1996 – 2010. Vision 2020 addresses such components as educator technology proficiencies, professional development, technology funding and budgeting and resources.
The Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology is to be implemented and assessed in three phases: Phase I (2006-2010); Phase II (2011-2015); and Phase III (2016-2020). The plan provides specific objectives and goals for learners, educators, educational leaders and infrastructure. A vision and specific recommendations are set forth for all these persons or entities, as well as for state, regional and local education agencies. Additionally there are recommendations for parents, communities and the private sector.
My Reflection: Studying this plan has been enlightening and will help me as an instructional leader. I see that the goals for technology are specific and ongoing. Goals such as 1:1 personal computer ratios in schools, 24/7 learning opportunities, online and distance learning for a diverse society are lofty but attainable goals and will require planning, budgeting and training for all educators. Educational leaders must incorporate the use of technology in the campus improvement plan as well as in evaluation of teachers.
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