Texas STaR Chart presentation

Texas School Technology and Readiness Chart

Presented by: Vanessa Rivera

Introduction

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Texas STaR Chart

Four Key Areas

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Campus STaR Chart

Teacher STaR Chart

Conclusion

References

Background Information•No Child Left Behind, Title II, Part D

•“All teachers should be technology literate and integrate technology across the curriculum.”

•“All students must be technology literate by the end of eight grade.”

•Texas Long Range Plan for Technology, 2006 - 2010

Texas School Technology and Readiness Chart

The STaR Chart is a tool designed for: Technology planning Budgeting for resources Evaluation of technology progress

The STaR chart has four key components that support the Texas Technology Applications Skills.

For more information visit: http://starchart.esc12.net/

Teaching and Learning

The teaching and learning key area’s goal is to move towards a “student-centered collaborative model” that will provide our young scholars with the tools they need to succeed in a technology era.

Campus STaR Chart

Educator Preparation & Development

Providing teacher with effective on-going professional developments is essential to move from traditional schooling to 21st century education.

Teacher preparation programs are required to integrate technology into their curriculum requirements and certification standards.

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Campus STaR Chart

Leadership, Administration, & Instructional Support

“Providing essential leadership and instructional support is critical” (star chart 2006).

Campus STaR Chart

Infrastructure for Technology•Components

•Technical support

•Internet access

•Demand for computers in classrooms

•Local area networks

•According to the Texas campus star chart manual, “the infrastructure of a school is the critical element of support for all four areas of technology.”

Campus STaR Chart

Texas STaR Chart2007 - 2008

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Hudsonville STaR Chart2008 - 2009

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Teacher STaR Chart

Since 2006 – 2007 school year, all Texas teachers are required to complete the online version Teacher STaR Chart Survey.

The STaR teacher survey “establishes a clear framework for measuring how well teachers are prepared to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need.”

Conclusion

All Texas students must be guaranteed a 21st century education to provide them with the tools they need to succeed in a technology era.