Technology+Facilitator+Standard+VIII

Leadership and Vision
Educational technology facilitators will contribute to the shared vision for campus integration of technology, and foster an environment and culture conductive to the realization of the vision.

**Self Assessment**
After studying both Standards VII and VIII, I now understand the similarities and the differences of the two. Williamson & Redish (2009) explain that both “Have a strong administrative focus, but they address different types of functions and tasks.” They further explain, “TF/TL Standard VIII addresses the need for higher-level, comprehensive strategic planning for technology, whereas TF/TL Standard VII focuses on implementing the plan.”

Learn as a Learner
Many high-ranking school administrators can be “movers and shakers” at times. But without the support of their superintendents and faculty members, his requests and plans for restructuring his school district, may fall on deaf ears. Nurturing that support from the highest level of Administration could be critical, but the real work shows in the abilities of the technology leader to efficiently promote the duties and expectations that are included within Standard VIII and listed below (ISTE’s Technology Facilitation and Leadership Standards:

- Inspire a shared vision among members of an organization and their key stakeholders. - Generate goals and strategies to move the organization toward the vision - Sustain and gamer support for change along the way

In the article written by Virginia Richard, she states “A standard Model Technology Classroom includes hardware, software, training and infrastructure – all critical in providing the opportunity for model technology teachers and students to become effective users of technology for teaching and learning.” Without the modern classroom technology, our classrooms would be lacking the tools needed to influence our children to embrace their digital futures.

**Lifelong Learning Skills**
After the completion of our master studies, I feel I am better equipped to someday share what I have learned and be able “To lead others in creating a research-based vision and develop a long-range strategic plan that moves a vision into reality” (Williamson & Redish, 2009).

**References**
Mason, C.Y., Dodds, R. (2005). Bridge the digital divide for educational equity. //The Education// //Digest, 70, 25-27.//

Richard, V. (2007), April 1). //The model of a modern technology classroom. Tech and Learning.// Retrieved on November 17, 2009, from [|http://www.techlearning.com] [| /article/7146].

Williamson, J. & Redish, T. (2009). Technology Facilitation and Leadership Standards: What Every K-12 Leader Should Know and Be Able To Do. Eugene, OR: //International Society for Technology in Education.//