The evaluation of the Utah ETI is built around the concept of portfolio analysis, an evaluation method that incorporates the collection of diverse types of data and enables a number of types of evidence to be used to gauge accomplishments. After the first 2 years of the evaluation, the conclusion is that ETI has contributed significantly to Utah education by making it possible for schools to purchase educational technology.
Most teachers are now able to use computer technology competently.
More sophisticated instructional uses of educational technology are found less frequently, and there is general agreement that a significant investment in the professional development of preservice and practicing teachers will be necessary if the potential of technology purchased with ETI funds is to be realized. Six figures and one table illustrate this discussion. Utah State Office of Education, Salt Lake City. Nine projects using ITV in Kansas are described. Most allow delivery of lessons to students in other communities or schools.