Goal 1: 3rd grade teachers in our school district will increase technology integration
in daily classroom instruction to at least 3 times a week specifically when teaching
Social Studies standards. Objective 1: Teachers will become proficient in using various forms of technology in the classroom. Objective 2: Teacher will become familiar with the latest technology that students can use in the classroom. Objective 3: Monitor student progress since using technology during lessons. Objective 4: Teachers will make sure computers with Internet access are in their classrooms. Objective 5: Students need all available technology to use while in the classroom. Goal 2: The goal of this professional development would be to focus on the 3 rd grade Social Studies content strands and develop teaching strategies that will enhance student performance in a school year. Objective 1: To decompose the Social Studies Standards taught in 3 rd Grade in our district. Objective 2: Teachers will be able to match the curriculum standards to specific classroom activities. Objective 3: Teachers will collaborate and support each other in the district on strategies to teach 3rd Grade Social Studies standards. Objective 4: Train other teachers in the school district to break down standards and learn strategies to use in the classroom. Objective 5: Offer stipend for professional development learning time