Several key bases must be covered not the least is preparing teachers for the role changes which new technologies will bring. A significant way to accomplish this preparation is to involve all the players in the development of their site plans as well as the district plan, particularly with respect to staff development plans. The consortium director will review and encourage school administrators to review internal staffing priorities. The objective is to free time for a school based technology resource person. This will facilitate inservice and provide a first line contact for solving glitches.
Several strategies being used to facilitate staff development are ongoing.
Specialty training workshops over the ITV system. Mentor system with contact person. Students as support people for teachers and other students. Web pages which support shared information. Train teachers to use technology to vary teaching strategies.