After analyzing the Technology Applications Inventory discovered that I am up to date on most technological applications that are used in the classroom today. Areas that I need improvement include “interactive virtual environments…such as virtual reality or simulations.” I have not had any exposure to such software of programs that would allow me to implement these types of “environments” into my classroom effectively. Another area in which I need improving is designing and creating “interdisciplinary multimedia presentations.” I have utilized power point presentations in the classroom but this sounds like these are more detailed than a regular power point.
In the SEDTA survey for teachers I found that our district is top notch when it comes to having up to date technological services. Our district furnishes each teacher with an “ELMO” as well as desktops, laptops, scanners, and any additional programs and/or tools we may need. Our administration is extremely supportive when it comes to purchasing tools that teachers will be able to utilize in order to improve instruction. One area that I wish our district would advance is allowing teachers more time to collaborate in the area of technology. Every year during the week of in-service prior to the first day of school we have four, one hour training sessions on various technological applications and that is usually the extent of our technology training for the year. This leaves many teachers who are not comfortable with technology frustrated and with the feeling they are spinning their wheels.
After studying this assessment I believe that these are an accurate reflection of my personal strengths and weaknesses as well as our district’s strengths and weaknesses where technology is concerned.
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