Element Level 3 Level 4 B. Identify and apply resources for staying current in applications of information technology in education. Regularly monitors print and online publications and discussions about instructional technologies. Is a member of at least one professional organization which deals with issues related to instructional technology. Draws instructional technology resources from the Internet and local sources into lessons. Chooses to participate in learning opportunities for further training on instructional technology.
Shares own uses of technology with others through conferences, publication, and electronic posting.
Actively participates in at least one professional organization which deals with issues related to instructional technology. Draws ideas and resources for teaching and learning from varied sources, including but not limited to content related Web Sites, educational forums on the Internet, print publications, newsgroups, listservs, conferences, and workshops. Participates as a contributing, regular member in professional dialog about instructional technologies. Easily moves text, images, and sound between file formats. Takes output from electronic devices and formats appropriately for desired software.