Vision & Strategy

Administrators will create and communicate a vision for digital teaching and learning in their schools, embedding into the strategic plan for implementation and execution.

Cultivate and articulate a clear and relevant vision and strategy for digital learning.  EVIDENCE LINK:

Advocate for, prioritize, and ensure equitable, sustainable access to available technology resources and encourage full participation of all learners in a digital learning environment (ISTE) EVIDENCE LINK:

Plan for and use funding effectively to support and sustain vision for digital learning EVIDENCE LINK:

Facilitate a school improvement planning process that is centered around personalized learning supported by digital learning environments EVIDENCE LINK

Content & Instruction

Administrators will be the ‘lead learners’ in their schools, modeling appropriate instructional practices and ensuring content encompasses appropriate digital tools, resources, and pedagogies.

Promote and model positive digital citizenship as well as practical policies for communication and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure responsible, effective digital teaching and learning practices throughout all school processes EVIDENCE LINK:

Actively advance and promote digital competencies for teachers by increasing access, opportunity, and resources for professional growth and the development or acquisition of instructional materials EVIDENCE LINK:

Establish and use systems to analyze and share data to guide whole-school and classroom-level continuous improvement EVIDENCE LINK:

Establish and use systems for the acquisition, vetting, creation, and implementation of digital content as well as evaluation systems for effectiveness EVIDENCE LINK:

Human Capacity & Culture

Administrators will leverage digital tools and resources to further develop a positive culture of learning that seeks continuous improvement among staff and students.

Allocate time, resources, and access to support digital learning efforts, maximize capabilities of the school staff, and ensure ongoing professional growth for self and staff  EVIDENCE LINK:

Provide learner-centered environments equipped with appropriate learning resources, including digital technologies, to meet the diverse needs of all learners  EVIDENCE LINK:

Build technology, pedagogy, and content knowledge capacity in current staff members and create channels for the strategic recruitment of talented new hires  EVIDENCE LINK:

Actively support staff through effective modeling and coaching practices, using relevant digital technologies to facilitate reflective two-way feedback  EVIDENCE LINK:

Personal Growth & Connectedness

Administrators will develop a personal learning network and demonstrate a dedication for continued growth and excellence.

Reflect on, share, and model emerging, promising practices regarding effective use of technology for continuous growth, instructional gain and communication with stakeholders  EVIDENCE LINK:

Connect with and learn from educators, administrators, and industry experts locally, nationally, and globally  EVIDENCE LINK:

Evaluate emerging and current technologies for their potential to enhance the learning environment EVIDENCE LINK:

Community

Administrators will engage all stakeholders in the purpose and function of the school, leveraging multiple types and points of connection and communication to ensure the constant, effective flow of information and input.

Model responsible use of technology including, but not limited to, communication, social, ethical, legal, and global issues  EVIDENCE LINK:

Facilitate and leverage effective partnerships between the school and greater community, including local, state, and global communities, to improve the organization and opportunities available to staff and students in support of digital learning   EVIDENCE LINK:

Leverage online communication channels to create and maintain open discourse and collaboration with community stakeholders to establish and meet learning goals EVIDENCE LINK: