Planning for Technology: A Guide for School Administrators, Technology Coordinators, and Curriculum Leaders - Paperback
by Bruce M. Whitehead (Author), Devon Jensen (Author), Floyd A. Boschee (Author)
Stay a step ahead of technological change so that every student can flourish!
Students and classrooms are growing more technologically savvy every semester, which presents you with an essential choice: Will you let these learning tools sit idle, or will you unleash the power of technology for your students and staff?
The first edition of Planning for Technology created leaders who empowered students to master the technological tools now required for success. This second edition will prepare you for the coming decade, when the pace of change will be much faster. In addition to the core methods and exercises, this book includes:
Technology is no longer optional--it is a requirement for success in the 21st century. Planning for Technology is the go-to resource for ensuring your students thrive.
"This book is about how to plan for technology, promote it, pay for it, and take steps to ensure that it really is improving student achievement. This book makes school administrators consider more thoughtfully how they are using technology for teaching and learning and why. It helps the reader understand how to plan for and implement technology in a more effective way."
--Patricia L. Tucker, Retired Regional Superintendent
District of Columbia Public Schools, DC
"The reflective activities at the end of every chapter prompt leaders to think about diverse areas they may have not thought about before."
--Frances L. O'Reilly, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership
The University of Montana-Missoula
Dr. Bruce M. Whitehead is an elementary school principal as well as an Adjunct Professor of Education for the University of Montana. As a result of his impact on education at state and national levels, he was awarded the National Distinguished Principal Award. A former Secretary of Education called Whitehead one of the most innovative educational administrators and visionaries in America. He is the author or co-author of 10 books as well as numerous journal articles.
Dr. Devon Jensen is an Assistant Professor of Leadership, Technology & Human Development at Georgia Southern University. He completed his graduate studies at the University of Alberta. While in Canada, he worked as an administrator and teacher in a private English language school for secondary students. His research focus is on the pedagogical issues of online educational delivery.
Dr. Floyd Boschee is Professor Emeritus of Educational Administration in the School of Education at the University of South Dakota. During his 50 years of working in education, he served as a teacher, coach, school administrator, and school board member in the public schools and as professor and chairman of departments of education. He is the author or co-author of 11 books in school administration and curriculum leadership as well as numerous articles in major educational journals.
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