Presents lessons that encourage students to examine software and hardware that is unfamiliar to them and to learn evaluation techniques. Students are encouraged to use tools such as online journals to document successes and struggles. Applies research-based instructional practices that use computers and other technology. Teachers utilize listservs, forums, email groups, professional publications and other online resources to gather information on best practices using instructional technologies. Can recognize local models of research-based instructional practices using technology tools.
Teachers incorporate research-based practices into their curriculum.
They require students to research and read current literature and access instructional technology experts to complete assignments and activities. The teacher routinely encourages students to identify and utilize appropriate technology tools to complete assignments. They are competent in the design and layout of web pages using software such as FrontPage. Incorporates the varied teaching strategies required to maximize learning based on Gardner's Multiple Intelligences and the characteristics of engaged learning. Technology is interwoven into many learning situations.