Developing a Technology Plan that works Karl Steinkamp

Developing a Technology Plan. . that works Karl Steinkamp HS Principal Dalat International School Penang, Malaysia

Beginning the Process • Read – tons of literature out there – Classroom Connect, ISTE, Microsoft, etc – Evaluate and choose a plan to follow (Apple) • Select Your Committee – HS Principal, K-8 Principal, HS Teacher, MS Teacher, Elementary Teacher, Technology Coordinator, Computer Teacher(s), Techie, Parent, Distance Learning Coordinator, Librarian, a student – Optimum 7, but 9 will work

Step One • Sell the Idea – – – What is a technology plan? Why have a technology plan. Explain the process. What is the time table? How will we succeed - “the most important committee you will be on” • Homework – Packet of reading – Vision Statement

Step Two • Begin to work on the VISION statement: – Brainstorm – no restrictions, just what would you like to see at your school in three years. – Look at other vision statements from other schools – Give a list of key words – Break up into groups – and write vision statements for your school • Points to keep in mind when getting the VISION – Allow time for this (not just one meeting) – Let there be “discussion” in your meetings – They have to believe in it and like it

Dalat International School Technology Vision Statement Technology at Dalat International School is used to support and encourage the best possible learning environment for preparing students to function effectively as God’s people in our technologically evolving world

Step Three • Assessment – where do you stand in regards to your vision statement • External Scan • Internal Scan

External Scan • Develop survey questions • Find schools and their contact person: ISKL Seoul Foreign Faith Academy Alliance Academy Taejon Christian Rift Valley Christian Academy (Japan) HKIS Mon’t Kiara ICS – Seoul ICS – Singapore Murree Christian BFA Rosslyn Academy Vienna Christian

Internal Scan • Students, Parents, Teachers, Alumni • http: //www. zoomerang. com • Analyze Your Data as a Committee

Step Four • Set Your Goals Brain Storming Session Student / Teacher / School Wide

Step Five • Write the Plan: 1 -2 people write the Plan (1 st Draft) Taken To Committee Edited & Revised Together Table Of Contents

Step Six • Implement Tech Budget Driven by Tech Plan Take The Plan To The School Board Meet again 2 x throughout the first semester

Step Seven • Evaluate MOST IMPORTANT STEP 2 nd Semester – Committee Reforms Evaluate 1 st year goals Re-write 2 nd and 3 rd year goals 3 / 1 year plan Write 4 th year goals A Living Document – the Cycle Continues. .

Dalat’s Technology Plan • Discuss goals and objectives • Q&A

Contact & Information http: //www. aisonline. org ksteinkamp@dalat. org