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Hands On Learning: My Technology Competencies

Technology, Teaching, and You
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My Technology Competencies
Standards dictate that you will need specific levels of technology competencies and skills. You will learn much about educational technology as you continue
through this text. However, it is useful to be aware of your current levels of competency so you can best address any potential deficits.
For this activity:
1. Take the self-assessment below. Use the rating scale provided and place an X in the appropriate column to determine your current level of educational
technology literacy.

1-Needs improvement

2-Some Competency

Education Technology Competencies

I can identify my professional requirements and responsibilities related to

technology.

3-Competent
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I am aware of the ways technology will help me to engage in lifelong

learning and professional development.

I can describe the P21 criteria for preparing 21st-century learners.

I can prepare a comprehensive instructional plan that uses technology

effectively.

I can use a stand-alone and networked computer system.

I can use most traditional and digital classroom technologies to support

teaching and learning.

I can use administrative software for my administrative tasks.

I can use academic software to reinforce student learning.

I can use technology for communication and collaboration.

I can use technology to improve my professional productivity.

I can creatively integrate technology to support P21 competencies.

I can use a variety of technologies for precise and clear presentation of

ideas.

I can use technology to help manage my classroom tasks.

I can use the Internet for global communication and research.

I can use the Web and Web 2.0 tools to support teaching and learning.

I can use technology to accurately assess student progress in a variety of

ways.

I can organize data via technology for reporting for both administrative
and academic purposes.

I can use technology to support learner-centered strategies and meet

content standards.

I am aware of social, ethical, and legal issues associated with technology.

I can use technology to address special needs students unique

requirements.

I can use technology to address student diversity.

I am aware of how to use technology in a manner that ensures my

students safety.

I can use technology in a manner that ensures equity in my classroom.

I am aware of emerging technologies that will impact education in the

future.

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2. Review NETS-T and the national or local technology standards in your own teaching area. Compare them to the competencies and skills in your
self-assessment.
3. Prepare a Personal Technology Action Plan presentation using the technology (presentation, video, mind map, etc.) of your choice to show what action
you intend to take to achieve the competencies and skills you need to meet your standards. Include the following in your presentation:
a. The standard you need to meet
b. The specific skill(s) or competency you need to address in order to meet the standard
c. The strategies you will engage in to ensure you gain the target skill(s)
d. Your personal timeline for achieving the competency or skill(s)
Be prepared to submit and share your Personal Technology Action Plan as directed by your instructor.

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