No Integration Beginning Integration Moderate Integration Full Integration Students Not encouraged to use technology Not regularly exposed to use of technology in the classroom Regularly uses technology for a few activities in the classroom Regularly uses technology in class, in homework, and in other communications with the learning center Instructors Does not expose students to using technology Use technology for administrative duties and selected class activities Uses technology consistently for administrative duties and models a variety of technology tools in the classroom Expected to use a variety of technology tools in administrative duties and classes, actively tries new methods of using technology Administration Technology used only for administrative purposes such as: Data storage E-mail Instructors and administrators do not have control of their workstations, limiting the ability to add or update useful programs Instructors and administrators have control of their workstations and the ability to add or update useful programs Instructors and administrators regularly communicate with all program participants using technology Classroom Dependent on traditional media, use of technology is the exception Uses computer labs, limiting true classroom integration of more mobile technology Has mobile devices in each for all students Traditional media and digital media are used interchangeably Site No WIFI access, therefore computer use not available Guests are not allowed on WIFI network; therefore, students cannot use own devices Guests are allowed onto WIFI network, students can use their own devices; users are able to access productivity sites such as Google Guests are encouraged to use WIFI network with personal devices; users are encouraged to access productivity sites such as Google Fiscal Agent Has no relationship with IT department Knows IT department and has a good working relationship Program is familiar with IT department, reports issues in a ticket system, and issues are addressed IT department is an integral partner to program, assists with issues, and is consulted in the vision and purpose of integrated technology Result A program with no integration uses a minimal amount of technology. A program that is beginning integration uses technology in a "top-down" manner, where technology is used by instructors but not with students. There is no clear systematic use of technology with students, and A program with moderate integration uses technology in communication and is building the groundwork for ease-of-use in the classroom. Technology is seen as important to the program and students’ future. A A program that is fully integrated uses technology in the daily workflow. Instructors are readily able to use technology. Instructors use technology in their classroom, and they are confident assisting students with
technology is not envisioned when designing instruction. positive relationship with IT department is built, and the instructor has reasonable control of their own work environments. appropriate application of technology. Students are comfortable using technology, and they share their ideas using technology. Category Skill Points The KAERS system is used regularly to make programming decisions. 1 Admin A vision about technology use in the program and a plan to continue its relevance is communicated with instructors and students. 1 Students Program offers distance learning software aligned to NRS levels and CCRS (e.g., ITTS, Fast Forward, EdReady, Focus/Career ™, KET Adult Education Resources). 1 Site Wireless access is available throughout the program site. 2 Site Instructors know the password for wireless access. 2 Classroom Students can use their technical skills in classroom activities. 2 Instructors Technology is part of standard orientation procedures (e.g., welcome presentation, digital enrollment form, testing). 3 Instructors Students are e-mailed orientation as part of follow-up and instruction. 3 A virtual drive is used to hold common resources such as lesson plans. 3 Students Mobile devices are available for daily classroom use (does not include computer lab). 3 Classroom Handouts are digitally shared with students in class. 3 Classroom Handouts are e-mailed to students for supplemental work. 3 Fiscal Agent IT assists instructors and students with troubleshooting technical issues. 3 Classroom Classes use a digital monitor to display course material (e.g., TV, computer monitor). 3 Instructors Program orientation instructs and registers students for college- and career-appropriate email. 3 Instructors Instructors use a digital presentation for orientation. 3 Students Students fill out a digital enrollment form during orientation. 4 Site Instructors are able to assist guests/students onto the network. 4 Admin Meeting minutes are taken and shared digitally. 4 Classroom A management system for loaning mobile devices to students is in use regularly. 4 Admin Student surveys are used to inform decisions. 4 Admin Meetings or instruction can be held at a distance using conferencing software. 4 Fiscal Agent IT is involved in technology purchases and installations. 4 Classroom Classes use a digital projector to display course material. 4 Classroom Classes use an interactive whiteboard to interact with course material (e.g., slates, digital pens). 4