College of Education

 

NETS-T Matrix


 


 

(Once artifacts are complete please hyperlink each artifact to the corresponding artifact file)

Artifacts

National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers

 

1. Technology Operations and Concepts.

Teachers demonstrate a sound understanding of technology operations and concepts.

Teachers:

1.       demonstrate introductory technology literacy knowledge, skills, and concepts (described in the ISTE NETS Technology Foundation Standards for Students)

2.        demonstrate sustained growth in technology knowledge and skills to stay abreast of contemporary and emerging technologies

 

Develop an ePortfolio which includes a personalized page and artifacts which showcase your technology skills.

 

Assistance during ELED 5301

Locating  websites that can be used in  your classroom (Activity 2)

 

Website assignment in ELED 5301

Link to a scanned copy of your Statement of Commitment

 

Assistance during ELED 5301

 

2. Planning and Designing Learning Environments and Experiences.

Teachers plan and design effective learning environments and experiences supported by technology.

Teachers:

1.       design developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that apply technology-enhanced instructional strategies to support the diverse needs of learners

2.        apply current research on teaching and learning with technology when planning learning environments and experiences

3.        identify and locate technology resources and evaluate them for accuracy and suitability

4.        plan for the management of technology resources within the context of learning activities

5.        plan strategies to manage student learning in a technology-enhanced environment.

 

Identify and describe web-based technology resources that can be used with children who have special learning needs such as different learning styles, limited vision, physical handicaps, etc.  Highlight how it helps meet the identified need

 

 (Activity 1 or WebQuest)

Log of clinical experiences in the e-portfolio

 

Complete prior to student teaching

Design a lesson plan which includes technology being used to enhance student learning

 

Any methods course- one lesson plan from ELED 5301 can be used if students use technology

 

3. Teaching, Learning, and the Curriculum.

Teachers implement curriculum plans that include methods and strategies that apply technology to maximize student learning.

Teachers:

1.       facilitate technology-enhanced experiences that address content standards and student technology standards

2.        use technology to support learner-centered strategies that address the diverse needs of learners

3.        apply technology to develop students’ higher order skills and creativity

4.        manage student learning activities in a technology-enhanced environment

 

Lesson plan implemented during student teaching/graduate internship, which used technology and other appropriate pedagogical strategies to extend student thinking and address diverse learner needs. (Activity 9)

 

Student teaching

Create a multimedia presentation (PowerPoint) following lesson plan design that can be used with a lesson you plan to teach. (Activity 4)

 

Any methods course

Work from any course within your program which shows your ability to apply technology to maximize student learning.

 

GSP task during ELED 5301

 

4. Assessment and Evaluation.

Teachers apply technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation strategies.

Teachers:

1.       apply technology in assessing student learning of subject matter knowledge and skills using a variety of assessment techniques

2.        use technology resources to collect and analyze data, interpret results, and communicate findings to improve instructional practice and maximize student learning

3.        apply multiple methods of evaluation to determine students’ appropriate use of technology resources for learning, communication, and productivity

 

Collect and analyze student work samples during student teaching/graduate internship and create graphs and charts which show your impact on student learning. (Activity 10)

 

Student teaching

Using MS Excel, generate a student report to be sent home to parents which includes graphs and charts demonstrating a student’s academic progress.  (Activity 5)

 

 

Assessment project from ELED 5301

Work from any course within your program which shows your ability to use technology for assessing, planning for and/or evaluating student needs.

 

ELED 5201 or ELED 5301

 

5. Productivity and Professional Practice.

Teachers use technology to enhance their productivity and professional practice.

Teachers:

1.       use technology resources to engage in on-going professional development and lifelong learning

2.        continually evaluate and reflect on professional practice to make informed decisions regarding the use of technology in support of student learning

3.        apply technology to increase productivity

4.        use technology to communicate and collaborate with peers, parents, and the larger community to nurture student learning

 

Create a newsletter to send home to parents.

Reflect upon your learning about technology, how you will use it in your classroom and how you meet the NETS-T Standards. (Activity 8)

Create a resume which highlights your experiences.

 

6. Social, Ethical, Legal, and Human Issues.

Teachers understand the social, ethical, legal, and human issues surrounding the use of technology in PreK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice.

Teachers:

1.       model and teach legal and ethical practice related to technology use

2.        apply technology resources to enable and empower learners with diverse backgrounds, characteristics, and abilities

3.        identify and use technology resources that affirm diversity

4.        promote safe and healthy use of technology resources

5.        facilitate equitable access to technology resources for all students

 

Locate examples of school system policies and procedures for protecting students and guaranteeing student and teacher compliance with laws concerning technology use. (Activity 6)

 

 

Using a rubric, critically evaluate the quality of several content websites for student and teacher use.  Put your findings into a table. (Activity 3)

 

Website activity from ELED 5301

Create a link to the Code of Ethics for North Carolina Educators.