Collaborative Technology Plan_Instructions_Overview
Rationale: To fully understand the benefits of integrating technology across the curriculum and
successfully create a program that supports the school system mission, vision, and beliefs
through the use of educational technology, districts must come together with school / community
stakeholders, including parents, students, teachers, and business / community leaders to develop
and implement a plan that strengthens existing curricula and deepens students' understanding of
subject matter through skilled communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. As
a participant in EDUC 638, you will work collaboratively with your team to create a districtlevel technology plan based on the given scenario or an approved equivalent. Working together,
you will gain real-world experience as you establish norms, work to reach consensus, and
experience, first-hand, the benefits and challenges of collaboration and skilled communication.
You will complete a 15-20 page *collaborative technology plan as part of the course
requirements for EDUC 638 Leadership in Educational Technology. This plan will be completed
in three parts: A) An initial team meeting to discuss roles and responsibilities during Week /
Module 2; B) A working copy to be developed in your collaborative workspace (Google Doc)
throughout Weeks 2-7 with a **rough draft ready for review by the end of Week 5, and C) A
final draft to be submitted (individually by each team member), in the form of a Word
document, via the Blackboard assignment link during Week / Module 7. See individual modules
for explicit instructions.
While every effort will be made to match team members to others within the same time zone,
this is not always possible due to the demographics of our class. Please keep this in mind when
deciding whether to work collaboratively or independently. Students receiving permission to
work independently will be responsible for all components of the collaborative plan plus an
additional *research paper described in the next paragraph.
**During Week / Module 5, you’ll individually submit the link to your Google document
via Blackboard with a statement of responsibility describing your role in the project.
*Students desiring to work independently may submit a written request justifying the request
and outlining specific circumstances to the instructor. Such requests must be received
during the first week of class. If the request is granted, students working independently
acknowledge that additional research (in the form of a 10-12 page paper) regarding the
importance of collaboration and skilled communication will be required. This paper must be
submitted, using APA formatting, with the technology plan and include a minimum of five
peer-reviewed sources from the Liberty University Library databases and information from
both course texts. These individuals will also be responsible for having their technology plan
reviewed by a peer or colleague and for submitting the contact information (Name, School,
Title, Address, and Email Address) of the person reviewing the technology plan.
To prepare for your first team meeting, read the articles / information identified in the next
paragraph. This information will provide you with insight as to the importance of 21st Century
Skills, including collaboration and problem solving, and serve as a foundation for course
expectations.
Read The GRPI Model—An Approach for Team Development by Raue, Tang, Weiland, &
Wenzlik linked to this assignment and Educators Need to Be 21st Century Learners Too… by
Amy Heavin at https://www.fractuslearning.com/2014/07/15/educators-21st-century-learners/
prior to your first team meeting. These articles will help establish the purpose for collaborating
on this assignment.
A breakdown of the assignment and template follow.
Week 1: Complete the introductory survey sent to you by your instructor. This includes
information related to your physical location for the purpose of establishing groups within the
same time zones (if possible). Read the articles listed above.
Week 2: Receive team assignments and complete the Team Norms / Roles and Responsibilities
form linked to the assignment. You will paste this form at the beginning of your Google
document so you and your team can refer back to it as needed. Begin working on collaborative
technology plan.
One person on each team will be responsible for setting up a collaborative workspace in Google
Docs. Share the document with all team members and your instructor giving all individuals
(including your instructor) editing privileges. You will receive feedback on your document
during Week 5. This will allow your instructor to model how this tool can be used for instruction
in the classroom. Feedback may be provided earlier than Week 5 upon request from one or all
team members.
Elect a team member to post completed Team Norms and minutes on collaborative Google
Doc.
Weeks 2 – 5: Based on the following *scenario, use the template below (or one your team
creates) to address the required components of the Collaborative Technology Plan assignment.
*If you are working in business / industry, a customized collaborative plan option is available if
your team agrees. Contact your professor to discuss details.
You have recently been hired as a district-level technology director for a school system
with 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school employing 489 full time
teachers and serving approximately 7,400 students—45% of whom are considered
economically disadvantaged as reported by the latest state report card. While there is room
for improvement, literacy and numeracy scores are quite high. Classrooms throughout the
district have been standardized with a minimum of 5 desktop computers, an interactive
whiteboard, a document camera, an LCD projector, and a teacher’s station that includes a
laptop and docking station. Additionally, each elementary school has a computer lab
located in the library media center, and the middle and high schools have additional
computer labs for scheduled class use.
After visiting several 1:1 districts across the state, your Superintendent has asked you to
create a technology committee to research the pros and cons of purchasing devices for each
student. He / She has also charged you with determining the best device to purchase given
the fact that your district completes standardized tests online. As you collect and analyze
the research, including peer reviewed studies, personal interviews, etc., your team will
create an implementation plan, including timelines, for digitally converting your district to a
1:1 school system.
Create a title page with the names of all team members, the course number, university name,
instructor’s name, and date, and complete the following required components of the collaborative
technology plan for your school district.
Committee Members
[Remove sample text here and below, and type the titles of those you would like to have
represented on your district-wide technology committee.]
Include a brief rationale for why it is important to involve individuals in these positions.
Mission
75 words or less-State the technology mission of your school district and the expected outcome
as it relates to 21st Century Skills for all school / district stakeholders.
Vision
75 words or less- State the technology vision of your school district and the expected outcome as
it relates to 21st Century Skills for all school / district stakeholders.
Value Statements
Develop 3-5 value / belief statements as they relate to educational technology and student
achievement / 21st Century Skills.
SMART Goal #1
Related to: Infrastructure and Learning Spaces Including the Need for Enhanced Broadband /
WiFi
For assistance writing SMART Goals, see document linked to this assignment.
Strategies to Support Goal #1
State 2-3 Strategies to Support Goal 1.
21st Century Learning Skills Addressed (Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and/or
Critical Thinking)
Identify the skills addressed and include a brief statement of how the acquisition prescribed in
the goal/strategies will enhance the identified skill(s).
Rationale Including Research to Support Goal #1 and Strategies (Include a Minimum of 2
Sources from the LU Library Databases) 2-3 Paragraphs
Expected Outcomes in Terms of Student Learning / Achievement
Evaluation Measures (Include Job Titles of Persons Responsible)
SMART Goal #2
Related to: Student Learning Outcomes and the Use of Specific Devices
For assistance writing SMART Goals, see document linked to this assignment.
Strategies to Support Goal #2
State 2-3 Strategies to Support Goal 2.
21st Century Learning Skills Addressed (Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and/or
Critical Thinking)
Identify the skills addressed and include a brief statement of how the acquisition prescribed in
the goal/strategies will enhance the identified skill(s).
Rationale Including Research to Support Goal #2 and Strategies (Include a Minimum of 2
Sources from the LU Library Databases) 2-3 Paragraphs
Expected Outcomes in Terms of Student Learning / Achievement
Evaluation Measures (Include Job Titles of Persons Responsible)
SMART Goal #3
Related to “Connectedness” / Interaction (Online [Social Media] & Face-To-Face—Student-ToStudent; Student-To-Expert; Student-To-Teacher; Teacher-To-Teacher; Teacher-To-Expert; etc.
/ Public Relations
For assistance writing SMART Goals, see document linked to this assignment.
Strategies to Support Goal #3
State 2-3 Strategies to Support Goal 3.
21st Century Learning Skills Addressed (Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and/or
Critical Thinking)
Identify the skills addressed and include a brief statement of how the acquisition prescribed in
the goal/strategies will enhance the identified skill(s).
Rationale Including Research to Support Goal #3 and Strategies (Include a Minimum of 2
Sources from the LU Library Databases) 2-3 Paragraphs
Expected Outcomes in Terms of Student Learning / Achievement
Evaluation Measures (Include Job Titles of Persons Responsible)
Professional Development Plan for Each Goal / Strategy
Timeline for Implementation of Each Goal / Strategy
Itemized Budget for Each Goal / Strategy
Define the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) and E-Rate. Explain the relationship
between CIPA and E-Rate. (2-3 Paragraphs)
Define the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act. Include a brief description of how this
may impact your school district. (1 Paragraph)
Conduct an online search of Acceptable / Responsible Use Policies (AUPs / RUPs).
Considering the information you found on CIPA and E-Rate, reach consensus with your
team on the top 5 most important items to include in a district AUP / RUP. List them
below. (Remember to cite your sources in-text and in the reference list.)
Create an Infographic Demonstrating the Connection Between Each Goal and the ISTE
Standards for Students, Teachers, & Administrators (Separate Sheet)
Include in-text citations and an APA formatted reference list. Use your APA Manual to
ensure correct formatting.
Tip: Do not use research submitted in previous classes. This will help you avoid “recycling”
material previously submitted in other courses (considered a form of plagiarism).
Week 5: Individually, submit the link to your collaborative workspace (Google Doc) using the
Bb assignment link. Include 1-3 sentences describing your role and responsibilities in completing
the rough draft and the remaining edits.
Week 6: Edit, revise, and proofread assignment based on feedback provided by your instructor.
Week 7: You and your team members will individually submit the same, APA formatted copy,
of the document with the file name EDUC 638_CTP_lastname_lastname_lastname_lastname.
(Substitute “lastname” with the last name of each team member in your group.) Include a copy of
the grading rubric that you have self-scored.
Week 8: Upload your completed collaborative technology plan and your individual screencast
to your e-portfolio.
EDUC 638
COLLABORATIVE TECHNOLOGY PLAN GRADING RUBRIC
Criteria
Content
70%
Mission, Vision,
Value / Belief
Statements, Goals,
& Strategies
21st Century
Learning Skills
and ISTE
Standards
Levels of Achievement
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
38 to 40 points
35 to 37 points
1 to 34 points
0 points
The technology plan includes all
required components, including
current research to support the use
of technology for teaching and
learning.
The technology plan includes most of
the required components to support
the use of technology for teaching
and learning.
The technology plan includes some
of the required components to
support the use of technology for
teaching and learning.
Mission, Vision, and Value / Belief
Statements are somewhat supported
by technology plan goals and
strategies. Goals should be more
specific, measureable, attainable,
realistic, and time-bound. Strategies
are clearly aligned with goals and
contribute to student learning.
Mission, Vision, and Value /
Belief Statements are ill defined
or not present. Goals should be
more specific, measureable,
attainable, realistic, and timebound. Strategies are not clearly
aligned with goals and contribute
to student learning.
Mission, Vision, and Value /
Belief Statements are supported by
technology plan goals and
strategies. Goals are specific,
measureable, attainable, realistic,
and time-bound. Strategies are
clearly aligned with goals and
contribute to student learning.
28 to 30 points
st
21 Century Learning Skills and
ISTE Standards for Students,
Teachers, and Administrators have
been identified and are clearly
linked to goals / strategies.
26 to 27 points
st
21 Century Learning Skills and
ISTE Standards for Students,
Teachers, and Administrators have
been Mostly identified and are
clearly linked to goals / strategies.
1 to 25 points
st
21 Century Learning Skills and
ISTE Standards for Students,
Teachers, and Administrators
have been poorly identified and
are vaquely linked to goals /
strategies.
Not developed.
0 points
Not developed.
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Structure
30%
Grammar and
Spelling
Current APA
Format
Compliance
Advanced
Proficient
Developing
Not present
14 to 15 points
13 points
1 to 12 points
0 points
Correct spelling and grammar are
used throughout the assignment.
There are 0–1 errors in grammar or
spelling that distract the reader from
the content.
14 to 15 points
There are 0–1 minor errors in
current APA format in the required
items.
There are occasional errors in
grammar or spelling. There are 1–2
errors in grammar or spelling that
distract the reader from the content.
There are 3–4 errors per page in
grammar or spelling that distract
the reader from the content.
13 points
1 to 12 points
There are 2–3 minor errors in current
APA format in the required items.
There are more than 3 errors in
current APA format in the required
items.
There are more
than 5 errors per
page in the
grammar or
spelling that
distract the reader
from the content.
0 points
There are more
than 4 errors in
APA format in the
required items.
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Collaborative Technology Plan_Overview
Module 2_Team Norms & Supplemental Information
Team Assignments & Expectations
Team assignments will be made by 11:59 P.M. on Tuesday of Week 2. Successful completion of
this course requires a high level of collaboration and cooperation by all participants. Students
will be individually accountable for their work in group assignments on the basis of respectful
participation in /contribution to team meetings, collaborative documents, adherence to team
norms, and the overall quality of the completed team project.
Once groups have been posted, check in with team members, via email, within 24-48 hours. (The
first person listed on the team assignments will be responsible for the initial contact.)
The first meeting (Week 2) will consist of an online web conference using Skype, Google
Hangouts, or other web / video conferencing site. You will accomplish the following tasks
during this meeting.
•
Elect a team leader to ensure the milestones for each project are accomplished by the due
dates.
•
Record minutes of your meeting and establish roles and responsibilities of all team
members using the table below. Copy and paste this document at the beginning of
your Google document (collaborative workspace) and edit there as opposed to
emailing copies back and forth to each other. This is a great way to avoid overloading
your email inbox and an excellent example of one of the many benefits of using a cloudbased, collaborative workspace.
•
Review the entire plan for required components. The information included in the
following table is an example only and does not include all project requirements.
Today’s Date
Members Present
Members Absent
Team Member 1
Replace sample text (here and below) with
appropriate information.
Sample Text: Research and
Communicate a Variety of Mission /
Vision / Belief Statements by (date).
Goal 1, Strategies, Rationale Including
Research; Align Appropriate ISTE
Standards for Administrators,
Teachers, and Students to Goal /
Team Member 2
Team Member 3
Strategies and 21st Century Learning
Design; Proofread All Components for
Accuracy and Grammar.
Sample Text: Goal 2, Strategies, Rationale
Including Research; Align Appropriate
ISTE Standards for Administrators,
Teachers, and Students to Goal / Strategies
and 21st Century Learning Design; Prepare
Budget Detailing Unit Cost and Totals for
Each Expenditure (Line Item Budget).
Sample Text: Goal 2, Strategies, Rationale
Including Research; Align Appropriate
ISTE Standards for Administrators,
Teachers, and Students to Goal / Strategies
and 21st Century Learning Design;
Research a Variety of RUPs, CIPA, and ERate; Set Meeting Agendas; Record
Minutes and Coordinate Online Meetings
When Necessary.
•
Establish meeting dates, times, and venue(s). For example, will you communicate
primarily through email, your online document, video conferencing, etc. What time
frames will you set for responding to group emails / other forms of communication?
•
If you continue to meet via video conference, include the names of members present
and members absent for each meeting.
Meeting Dates / Times
[Type your answer to each item in this
column.]
Primary Source of Communication
We will respond to all team
correspondence within _____ days/hours.
Other Information
•
Inform team members of potential scheduling conflicts.
•
Team Norms
How will you ensure all team members
participate in a timely manner?
What will you do if team members do not
communicate / participate in team
meetings or submit their part of the project
by the due date?
How will you handle potential
disagreements / reach consensus on
[Type your answer to each item in this
column.]
project items? (For example: Goals,
Strategies, Outcomes, etc.)
What strategy will you use to arrive at
consensus when individuals do not agree?
Additional Information?
• During weeks 3, 4, & 5, students will continue to work on the collaborative technology
plan assignment according to the agreed upon schedule of tasks. Please note: Your team
members must select a different font color to use when drafting the collaborative
technology plan on the Google Doc. Include a key at the top of the document to identify
the team members’ choice of color. Discuss progress throughout the process using your
team’s agreed upon form of communication. Copy the instructor on all written
correspondence concerning the collaborative technology plan.
It is the instructor’s expectation that all team members will contribute, in an equitable
manner, to the collaborative technology plan. Should it become necessary to contact the
instructor regarding a team member’s responsibilities, please be prepared to share specific
team emails, etc. evidencing the level of participation of each person in your group.
• At the end of Week 5 you will individually submit a link (via Blackboard) to the Google
Doc containing the rough draft of your plan. Include a brief statement (1-3 sentences)
identifying your contribution to the plan. At this time, your instructor will provide
constructive feedback directly on the Google Doc. You may request at any time
throughout the course via email. If applicable, use the comments recorded on the Google
Doc by your instructor to adjust specific elements. Feedback will occur in the form of
clarifying and reflective questions.
• Due at 11:59 P.M. on Sunday of Week 7: Students will individually upload the final draft
of the collaborative technology plan along with the self-evaluation (assignment rubric).
•
Self-Evaluation: Use the assignment rubric (linked to Modules and located in
the Links and Resources tab to the left of your screen in Bb) to individually
evaluate your team plan. Using the assignment link in Blackboard, submit the
rubric with the final copy of your Technology Plan.
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